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Humidity Peaks in Richardson as Temperatures Climb Toward 90 - Jul 16, 4 AM

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High humidity and a dew point of 73F set the stage for a warm Thursday in Richardson. Showers are possible this afternoon with highs near 90F.

Reese Janssen

July 16, 20262 min read

National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)
National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)

*As of Jul 16, 4 AM local time.*

Current Conditions and Humidity

It is currently Thursday overnight in Richardson, and the air is holding onto significant moisture. The current air temperature sits at 77F, but the heat index feels like 79F due to the heavy humidity. Relative humidity is at 89%, with a dew point of 73F, creating a muggy atmosphere.

Winds are blowing from the south at 9 mph, with gusts reaching up to 16 mph. The sky remains mostly clear at this hour.

Thursday Forecast and Precipitation

Temperatures will rise significantly throughout the day. The high for today is near 90F, with the low expected to drop to around 73F later tonight. There is a 35% chance of precipitation today, with a likelihood of showers and thunderstorms developing.

According to the National Weather Service, there is a slight chance of rain showers before 1pm, followed by a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 1pm and 4pm. Partly sunny skies are expected, with temperatures falling to around 88F in the afternoon. South winds will range from 5 to 10 mph.

Tonight and Tomorrow Outlook

Overnight, conditions will shift. There is a chance of showers and thunderstorms before 10pm. The sky will be partly cloudy, with a low around 75F. Temperatures may rise to around 77F during the overnight hours. South winds will continue at 5 to 10 mph.

Tomorrow brings warmer and sunnier conditions. The high will reach near 92F, with a low of 76F. The sky will be mostly sunny, with a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1pm. Heat index values could climb as high as 100F. South southwest winds will be 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. The chance of precipitation is 20%.

Safety and Preparedness

With temperatures nearing 90F and high humidity, it is important to stay hydrated and limit midday exertion. Check on neighbors who may be vulnerable to the heat. While there are no active weather alerts, remain aware of changing conditions as thunderstorms are possible.

National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)

Sources

https://radar.weather.gov

https://api.weather.gov

https://open-meteo.com

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Reese Janssen

Reese Janssen covers weather, storms, and seasonal life around Richardson.

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