*As of Sep 12, 2 PM local time.*
Dangerous Heat Conditions
Richardson, Texas, is currently under a Heat Advisory issued by the National Weather Service in Fort Worth. The advisory indicates moderate severity with expected urgency, signaling that dangerous heat conditions are imminent and require caution. As of this afternoon on Saturday, the air temperature stands at 97F, but the combination of heat and humidity makes it feel like 102F.
The relative humidity is at 39%, with a dew point of 68F. Winds are blowing from the south-southeast at 10 mph, with gusts reaching up to 16 mph, under clear skies.
Forecast Details
Today remains sunny with a high near 101F. The National Weather Service notes that heat index values can reach as high as 108 during the day. A south-southeast wind around 10 mph will persist.
Tonight, conditions will be mostly clear with a low around 81F. The heat index is expected to remain elevated, with values as high as 105. Winds will decrease slightly to 5 to 10 mph from the south-southeast.
Tomorrow brings another sunny day with a high near 101F. Temperatures are forecast to fall to around 99F in the afternoon. Heat index values may reach up to 105.