Humidity Peaks in Richardson as Storms Linger - Jul 13, 4 PM

*As of Jul 13, 4 PM local time.*

Oppressive Humidity and Current Conditions

Residents in Richardson are currently experiencing oppressively humid air, with the dew point sitting at 75F and relative humidity at 74%. The current air temperature is 88F, which matches the feels-like temperature. Winds are light, blowing from the east southeast at 8 mph with gusts reaching 13 mph. The sky remains mostly cloudy, contributing to the heavy, muggy atmosphere that defines the afternoon.

Forecast for Today and Tonight

Today, the high will reach near 86F before dropping to a low near 72F tonight. There is a 44% chance of precipitation, with showers and thunderstorms possible. According to the National Weather Service, a chance of showers and thunderstorms is expected, mostly under cloudy skies.

Winds will ease to around 5 mph from the east southeast. Rainfall amounts are expected to be minimal, with less than a tenth of an inch possible. Tonight, the chance for showers and thunderstorms continues, particularly before 10pm, with another chance later.

New rainfall amounts between a tenth and a quarter of an inch are possible as the low settles around 72F.

Tomorrow’s Outlook

Temperatures will rise tomorrow, with a high near 89F and a low near 73F. The chance of precipitation increases to 49%, with showers and thunderstorms likely. The National Weather Service indicates a chance of rain showers before 10am, followed by showers and thunderstorms between 10am and 1pm, and continuing thereafter.

Skies will be partly sunny, with temperatures falling to around 87F in the afternoon. Winds will pick up slightly to 5 to 10 mph from the east southeast. Less than a tenth of an inch of new rainfall is possible.

There are no active weather alerts in effect. Given the high humidity and potential for storms, stay hydrated and monitor local conditions for any changes.

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Sources

https://radar.weather.gov

https://api.weather.gov

https://open-meteo.com