*As of Jul 13, 8 PM local time.*
Current Conditions and Humidity
It is currently Monday evening in Richardson, TX, and the air remains quite heavy with moisture. The current air temperature stands at 86F, but the heat index makes it feel like 92F. This discrepancy is driven by a dew point of 72F and a relative humidity of 62%, creating a sticky atmosphere that is difficult to shake off even as the sun sets.
The sky is partly cloudy, offering little relief from the warmth. Winds are blowing from the east-southeast at 10 mph, with gusts reaching up to 16 mph. While the breeze provides some movement, the high moisture content keeps the environment oppressive.
Readers should be aware that the current feels-like temperature of 92F indicates conditions where heat-related stress is a real concern for those spending time outdoors.
Forecast for Today, Tonight, and Tomorrow
For the remainder of today, the high is expected to reach near 90F before dropping to a low near 72F overnight. There is a 21% chance of precipitation, with a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms possible. These storms, if they develop, are not expected to produce significant rainfall.
Tonight, the sky will clear to mostly clear conditions. The low will settle around 72F, though temperatures may rise slightly to around 74F during the night. Winds will calm down to 0 to 5 mph from the east-southeast. The chance of precipitation drops to 20%, with new rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. The humidity will persist, keeping the night warm.
Tomorrow, the high will be near 89F under mostly sunny skies. The chance of showers and thunderstorms increases to 40%, bringing a slight risk of isolated storms. Winds will pick up slightly to 5 to 10 mph from the east-southeast.