*As of Aug 8, 12 AM local time.*
Current Conditions and Humidity
It is currently Saturday overnight in Richardson, and the air remains noticeably muggy. The current air temperature sits at 86F, but the heat index makes it feel like 91F. Relative humidity is at 59%, with a dew point of 70F indicating significant moisture in the atmosphere.
Winds are blowing from the south at 10 mph, with gusts reaching up to 22 mph. The sky is currently clear, offering a brief respite from the day's heat.
Saturday Forecast and Storm Potential
Temperatures will rise significantly throughout the day. The high near 99F is expected, with heat index values climbing as high as 101. While the morning will be sunny, the chance for precipitation increases later in the day.
There is a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 4pm. The chance of precipitation is listed at 21%. Winds will remain from the south, ranging from 5 to 10 mph.
As the day transitions into tonight, skies will become partly cloudy. A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms is possible before 7pm. Temperatures will drop to a low around 79F, though they may rise slightly to around 81F overnight.
Heat index values will remain high, reaching up to 99F.