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Richardson Heat Persists: Highs Near 98F Expected Through Tomorrow - Jul 18, 8 PM

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Richardson, TX, is experiencing very hot conditions this Saturday evening with a current feels-like temperature of 95F. The heat is expected to continue through tomorrow with highs near 98F and heat index values reaching 102F.

Reese Janssen

July 19, 20261 min read

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

*As of Jul 18, 8 PM local time.*

Current Conditions and Heat Index

Richardson, Texas, is currently under very hot conditions this Saturday evening. The air temperature stands at 95F, with a feels-like temperature of 95F. Relative humidity is at 32%, and the dew point is 61F. Winds are blowing from the south at 9 mph, with gusts reaching up to 20 mph. The sky remains clear.

Forecast for Today and Tomorrow

Today, the high is expected to reach near 98F, with a low near 79F. The chance of precipitation is 1%, and skies will be mostly clear. Tonight, conditions will remain mostly clear.

Temperatures will drop to a low around 79F, though they may rise to around 81F overnight. Heat index values could reach as high as 98F. South winds will persist at 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.

Tomorrow, the weather will be sunny, with a high near 98F. Heat index values are forecast to reach as high as 102F. South southwest winds will be 5 to 10 mph. Tomorrow night, skies will be mostly clear, with a low around 80F. Heat index values will remain high, reaching up to 102F, with south southwest winds continuing at 5 to 10 mph.

Safety Reminder

Given the very hot conditions and high heat index values, it is important to stay hydrated and limit midday exertion. Check on neighbors, especially the elderly and those without air conditioning. Avoid prolonged exposure to the sun during peak heat hours.

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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