*As of Sep 17, 2 PM local time.*
Current Conditions and Alerts
An Air Quality Alert is currently in effect for Richardson, Texas, adding a layer of concern to the already intense heat conditions. The National Weather Service issued this alert on September 16, urging caution as air quality levels remain elevated.
Right now, the thermometer reads 93F with a feels-like temperature of 98F due to 44% relative humidity and a dew point of 68F. Winds are light at 5 mph, though gusts have reached 14 mph. The sky remains partly cloudy as we move through this afternoon.
Today and Tonight Forecast
Temperatures will climb significantly today, with a high near 100F. The heat index is expected to peak as high as 104F, creating hazardous conditions for prolonged outdoor exposure. There is a slight chance of rain showers after 4pm, but the overall sky will remain mostly sunny. Southeast winds will stay around 5 mph.
As evening approaches, the heat will linger with a low near 80F. The heat index may still reach 101F before cooling slightly. A slight chance of rain showers persists before 7pm, after which skies will turn mostly clear. Winds will shift to south southeast at around 5 mph.
Tomorrow Outlook
Conditions will improve slightly in terms of precipitation but remain hot. Tomorrow will be sunny with a high near 99F. The heat index is forecast to reach up to 100F. Winds will be light, ranging from 0 to 5 mph from the south southwest.