Air quality alert in Richardson as clear, hot weather holds - Aug 3, 12 PM

*As of Aug 3, 12 PM local time.*

Air quality is the lead concern

Richardson is under an air quality alert this afternoon while clear, hot weather continues. The current air temperature is 91F, with a feels-like reading of 90F. Relative humidity is 32%, and the dew point is 57F, keeping the air on the drier side for summer heat. Wind is 9 mph, with gusts to 7 mph, and the sky is clear.

Clear heat today and tomorrow

Today stays sunny, with a high near 99F and a low near 78F. The chance of precipitation is 0%, so rain is not expected. Heat index values may reach as high as 98, and southeast wind is expected around 5 mph.

Tonight remains clear, with the low around 78 and heat index values as high as 98. Southeast wind is forecast at 5 to 10 mph.

Tomorrow is expected to be sunny again, with a high near 100F and a low near 80F. The chance of precipitation remains 0%. Heat index values may reach as high as 101, with south wind at 5 to 10 mph.

Alert and safety note

The active National Weather Service alert for Richardson is an air quality alert. No other watches, warnings, or advisories are listed in the facts provided.

People who are sensitive to air pollution may want to keep outdoor activity lighter when air quality is a concern. With heat continuing, it is also a good idea to drink water, take breaks, and avoid pushing too hard during the hottest conditions.

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Sources

https://radar.weather.gov

https://api.weather.gov

https://open-meteo.com