*As of Sep 9, 2 PM local time.*
Current Conditions and Alert Status
A Heat Advisory remains in effect for Richardson, Texas, as the region experiences intense warmth this afternoon. The National Weather Service has issued this moderate-severity alert due to dangerously high temperatures that will make outdoor activities hazardous without proper precautions.
Right now, the air temperature stands at 95F, but with humidity and wind conditions combining, the feels-like temperature is reaching 98F. Relative humidity is at 39%, with a dew point of 66F. Winds are light from the south-southeast at 5 mph, though gusts have reached up to 12 mph. The sky remains partly cloudy as the day progresses.
Forecast for Today and Tomorrow
Today will be sunny with a high near 101F. The National Weather Service notes that heat index values could climb as high as 106 during the peak afternoon hours. South-southeast winds are expected to average around 10 mph. The chance of precipitation is minimal at just 1%.
Tonight, skies will clear to mostly clear conditions with a low near 80F. Temperatures may rise slightly to around 82F overnight. Heat index values will remain elevated, potentially reaching 103. South winds will persist at 5 to 10 mph.
Tomorrow brings another hot day with a high near 100F. While the morning will start sunny, there is a chance of showers and thunderstorms developing after 1pm. The overall chance of precipitation is 34%, with new rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. Heat index values are forecast to reach 105. South winds will be around 5 mph.