*As of Jul 23, 12 PM local time.*
Current Conditions and Alert Overview
A Heat Advisory, classified as moderate severity with expected urgency, is currently in effect for Richardson, Texas. This alert was issued by the National Weather Service in Fort Worth and remains active through the evening. The advisory highlights the significant risk of heat-related illness as temperatures climb well above seasonal norms.
As of this Thursday afternoon, the air temperature stands at 82F, with a feels-like temperature of 85F. Relative humidity is at 58%, and the dew point is recorded at 66F. Winds are blowing from the east-northeast at 9 mph, with gusts reaching up to 16 mph. The sky remains clear overhead, offering unobstructed sunlight that contributes to the rising heat.
Forecast for Today and Tomorrow
Today, Richardson will experience sunny skies with a high near 99F. The National Weather Service forecasts heat index values as high as 107, indicating that the combination of heat and humidity will make it feel significantly hotter than the actual air temperature. Winds will shift to the east-northeast at 10 to 15 mph, with gusts potentially reaching 25 mph.
The chance of precipitation remains at 0%.
Tonight, conditions will transition to mostly clear skies. Temperatures will drop to a low near 80F, though they may rise slightly to around 82F overnight. Heat index values will remain elevated, peaking at 104. Winds will shift to the east-southeast at around 10 mph, with gusts up to 25 mph.