Richardson under Air Quality Alert as heat holds near 100F - Aug 3, 8 PM

*As of Aug 3, 8 PM local time.*

Heat and air quality lead the forecast

Richardson is dealing with very hot conditions and an active Air Quality Alert, with no rain showing in the short local forecast. Conditions are clear now, with an air temperature of 99F and a feels-like reading of 96F. Relative humidity is 21%, and the dew point is 52F, keeping the air dry. Wind is 7 mph, with gusts up to 9 mph.

What to expect

Today’s high is near 99F, and the chance of precipitation is 0%. Skies remain clear, and tonight stays clear as well. The low tonight is around 78F, with southeast wind at 5 to 10 mph.

Tomorrow is forecast to be sunny and hotter, with a high near 100F and a low near 80F. The chance of precipitation remains 0%. Heat index values may reach as high as 101F, with south wind at 5 to 10 mph. The clear pattern means the forecast does not offer rain relief today, tonight, or tomorrow.

Alert and safety

The National Weather Service has an Air Quality Alert active for Richardson. Residents should be mindful of outdoor exertion, especially anyone who is sensitive to pollution, has respiratory concerns, or is spending extended time outside.

With the temperature at 99F now and tomorrow’s high near 100F, plan for heat stress if you are outdoors. Drink water, take breaks in cooler spaces when possible, and keep an eye on pets and people who may have a harder time handling heat.

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Sources

https://radar.weather.gov

https://api.weather.gov

https://open-meteo.com