*As of Aug 9, 8 AM local time.*
Current Conditions and Humidity
It is currently Sunday this morning in Richardson, TX, where the air is already thick with moisture. The current air temperature stands at 81F, but the relative humidity of 79% and a dew point of 73F make it feel significantly warmer, with a feels-like temperature of 85F. The sky remains clear, but the heavy humidity is the defining feature of the atmosphere right now.
Winds are light at 6 mph, though gusts are reaching up to 20 mph, adding a slight breeze to the stagnant heat.
Weekend Forecast Overview
The heat will intensify as the day progresses. Today is expected to be sunny with a high near 98F. The National Weather Service indicates heat index values as high as 103, meaning the air will feel dangerously hot despite the clear skies.
The chance of precipitation is minimal at just 3%, so residents can expect dry conditions throughout the day. South winds will pick up slightly, blowing between 5 to 10 mph.
As the sun sets tonight, the temperature will drop to a low near 80F. While the sky will clear, the heat will linger, with heat index values remaining as high as 101. South winds will continue around 10 mph.