*As of Jul 18, 8 AM local time.*
Current Conditions and Humidity
Residents in Richardson are experiencing a notably humid start to the day. As of this Saturday morning, the air temperature stands at 79F, but the heat index makes it feel like 82F. The relative humidity is sitting at 84%, with a dew point of 73F indicating significant moisture in the air.
Winds are blowing from the south southwest at 14 mph, with gusts reaching up to 23 mph. The sky remains clear overhead.
Today and Tonight Forecast
The day ahead will be mostly sunny with a high near 96F. The National Weather Service indicates that heat index values could reach as high as 100 during the afternoon hours. Winds will shift to a south southwest direction at around 10 mph, with gusts potentially hitting 20 mph. The chance of precipitation is minimal at just 2%.
As evening approaches, skies will turn mostly clear. Temperatures will drop to a low near 78F, though they may rise slightly to around 80F overnight. Heat index values will remain elevated, staying as high as 100. Winds will ease to a south direction at 5 to 10 mph, with gusts up to 20 mph. The low chance of rain persists at 2%.
Tomorrow Outlook
Sunday will bring sunny skies with a high near 97F. Conditions will remain hot and humid, with heat index values climbing as high as 102. Winds will continue from the south southwest at 5 to 10 mph.