*As of Jul 21, 9 AM local time.*
Severe Heat Alert Active
An Extreme Heat Warning is currently in effect for Richardson, Texas, signaling dangerous conditions that require immediate attention. The National Weather Service has issued this severe alert due to the potential for life-threatening heat levels. The warning is active now and continues through the evening, emphasizing the need for caution during the peak heat hours.
Current Conditions and Forecast
Right now, the air temperature stands at 84F, with a feels-like temperature of 86F. The relative humidity is at 52%, and the dew point is 64F. Winds are light, blowing at 3 mph with gusts reaching 13 mph, under a clear sky.
Today, the sun will remain out, bringing a high near 104F. The heat index is expected to climb as high as 111F, making it feel significantly hotter than the actual air temperature. West southwest winds will be around 5 mph.
Overnight, skies will become mostly clear, with a low around 84F. Temperatures may rise slightly to around 86F during the night. The heat index will remain elevated, reaching up to 109F, with south winds between 0 and 5 mph.
Tomorrow, the sun will shine again, with a high near 103F. The heat index will once again reach 111F. Winds will shift to the north northeast, blowing between 5 and 10 mph.
Tomorrow night will be mostly clear, with a low around 81F. Temperatures may rise to around 83F overnight. The heat index will be as high as 108F, with east northeast winds of 5 to 10 mph.