*As of Sep 2, 4 PM local time.*
Dangerous Heat Index in Effect
Richardson is currently under the influence of intense heat, with air temperatures hitting 99F while the heat index makes it feel like 103F. The current relative humidity stands at 35%, with a dew point of 66F. Winds are blowing from the east at 9 mph, with gusts reaching up to 11 mph under mostly clear skies.
Today remains sunny and hot. Highs will reach near 97F, though temperatures may dip slightly to around 94F in the afternoon. The heat index is expected to peak at 102F.
East winds will pick up to around 10 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Overnight, skies will turn partly cloudy. Lows will settle near 78F, with temperatures rising slightly to around 80F during the night.
The heat index may remain as high as 99F. East southeast winds will range from 5 to 15 mph, with gusts up to 25 mph. There is a slight possibility of new rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch.
Rain Possible Tomorrow
Conditions shift tomorrow with increasing cloud cover and moisture. Highs will drop to near 93F, falling to around 90F in the afternoon. The heat index will be as high as 100F. Southeast winds will blow at 10 to 15 mph, with gusts reaching 25 mph.
Precipitation chances increase significantly. There is a slight chance of rain showers between 10am and 1pm, followed by a chance of showers and thunderstorms later in the day. The overall chance of precipitation is listed at 30%, with new rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.