*As of Jul 29, 6 AM local time.*
Current Conditions and Alert Status
Richardson, TX is under an active Heat Advisory from the National Weather Service. This moderate-severity alert remains in effect until 8:00 PM CDT today. As of this Wednesday morning, the air temperature stands at 84F, but the combination of heat and moisture makes it feel like 91F.
The relative humidity is at 70%, with a dew point of 73F, creating a muggy atmosphere despite clear skies. Winds are currently light at 7 mph, with gusts reaching up to 13 mph.
Forecast for Today and Tomorrow
Today will be mostly sunny with a high near 101F. The National Weather Service indicates that heat index values could reach as high as 108F during the day. South winds are expected to blow between 5 to 10 mph. There is only a 1% chance of precipitation, so residents should expect dry conditions.
Tonight, skies will transition from mostly clear to partly cloudy. Temperatures will drop to a low around 81F initially, but will rise to approximately 83F overnight. The heat index may remain elevated at around 105F. Winds will shift to the south southwest and remain light, around 5 mph.
Tomorrow promises to be even hotter and sunnier. Highs are forecast to reach near 102F, with heat index values climbing as high as 109F. South southwest winds will persist at 5 to 10 mph.