Very hot in Richardson, with clear sky and a high near 101F today - Aug 6, 4 PM

*As of Aug 6, 4 PM local time.*

Very hot right now

Richardson is currently Thursday this afternoon under a clear sky, and heat is the main story. The air temperature is 99F, and it feels like 98F. Relative humidity is 25%, with a dew point of 57F. Wind is 7 mph, with gusts to 16 mph.

Those numbers point to a very hot, dry-feeling setup rather than a stormy one. The clear sky is helping temperatures run high, and today's forecast keeps Richardson sunny with a high near 101F. The chance of precipitation today is 0%.

Forecast through tomorrow

Tonight is expected to stay mostly clear, with a low near 81F. The National Weather Service forecast notes heat index values as high as 102 tonight, so the heat will remain noticeable even after today's peak.

Tomorrow looks similar: sunny, very hot, and mostly dry. The forecast high is near 100F, with a low near 81F. The chance of precipitation tomorrow is 2%. Heat index values may reach 101 tomorrow.

Alerts and heat reminders

There are no active NWS/NOAA weather alerts listed for Richardson.

Even without an alert, this level of heat deserves caution. Drink water, take breaks from outdoor work when you can, and limit hard exertion during the hottest stretch. Check on people and pets who may be more sensitive to heat. Use shade and air-conditioned spaces when available, and keep extra patience for anyone working outside.

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Sources

https://radar.weather.gov

https://api.weather.gov

https://open-meteo.com