*As of Oct 2, 2 PM local time.*
Severe Weather Alert Active
Residents in Richardson, Texas, are currently under an active Flood Watch issued by the National Weather Service. This alert carries a severity rating of Severe and is categorized as Future urgency. The watch was issued on October 2 at 1:44PM CDT and remains in effect until October 2 at 7:00PM CDT.
This period covers the remainder of today and tonight, signaling a significant risk for flooding due to heavy rainfall.
Current Conditions and Humidity
The atmosphere is currently saturated over Richardson. The air temperature stands at 77F, but the feels-like temperature is higher at 79F due to the intense moisture in the air. Relative humidity is at 100%, with a dew point of 77F, creating oppressively humid conditions that make the air feel thick and heavy.
Winds are blowing from the northeast at 10 mph, with gusts reaching up to 13 mph. The sky remains completely overcast, blocking out direct sunlight but offering no relief from the moisture.
Forecast for Today, Tonight, and Tomorrow
Showers and thunderstorms are likely throughout the forecast period. For today, temperatures will reach a high near 78F before dropping to a low near 69F tonight. The chance of precipitation is 55% today and remains at 56% tomorrow. Rainfall totals are expected to be substantial; new amounts between three quarters and one inch are possible during both today and tonight.