*As of Aug 19, 2 PM local time.*
Dangerous Heat Conditions Underway
Richardson, TX, is currently under an Active NWS alert: Extreme Heat Warning (severity Severe). This warning remains in effect until August 20 at 8:00PM CDT. The danger is immediate and significant.
Right now, the air temperature stands at 100F, with a feels-like temperature of 101F. Relative humidity is at 26%, with a dew point of 59F. Winds are blowing from the south southwest at 5 mph, with gusts reaching up to 13 mph.
The sky remains clear overhead.
The National Weather Service has issued this warning due to the severe heat index values expected. Today, conditions will be mostly sunny with a high near 104F. Heat index values are forecast to reach as high as 107F.
South southwest winds will persist around 10 mph. Overnight, skies will clear to mostly clear, with a low near 82F. Temperatures may rise slightly to around 84F during the night.
The heat index will remain elevated at values as high as 105F.
Outlook for Tomorrow
Tomorrow, the intense heat continues. Expect sunny skies with a high near 105F. Heat index values are projected to hit 107F again.