Back to Weather

5-day forecast / Dallas, TX

TodaySunny99° / 79° 3%
ThursdaySunny98° / 79° 13%
FridayMostly Sunny99° / 80° 9%
SaturdayMostly Sunny99° / 80° 10%
SundayMostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms99° / 78° 20%

Dallas Heat and Humidity Persist as Temperatures Climb Near 100

Dallas weather, updated every four hours — local forecasts you can trust.

Dallas faces another day of intense heat with highs near 99F and a dew point of 72F. No severe weather alerts are active, but the oppressive humidity will make it feel significantly hotter.

Demarcus Lindgren

July 1, 20262 min read

National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)
National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)

Current Conditions and Notable Humidity

It is currently Wednesday overnight in Dallas, and the air remains thick with moisture. The current air temperature sits at 82F, but the heat index pushes the feels-like temperature to 87F. Relative humidity is holding at 70%, with a dew point of 72F indicating quite humid conditions. The sky is clear, and winds are blowing from the south at 11 mph, with gusts reaching up to 21 mph.

Today and Tonight Forecast

Expect a hot and sunny day today. Highs will reach near 99F, while lows will drop to around 79F. The chance of precipitation is minimal at just 3%. According to the National Weather Service, heat index values will climb as high as 102F during the day. South winds will range from 5 to 10 mph, with gusts potentially hitting 20 mph.

As tonight approaches, the sky will remain clear. Temperatures will fall to a low around 79F, though they may rise slightly to around 81F later in the overnight period. The heat index will remain elevated, reaching as high as 99F. Winds will continue from the south to southeast at 5 to 10 mph, with gusts up to 20 mph.

Tomorrow Outlook

Tomorrow will bring similar conditions with sunny skies and a high near 98F. The heat index is expected to peak at 103F, making it feel even hotter than the actual air temperature. Lows will settle around 79F. The chance of rain increases slightly to 13%, though skies will remain mostly clear. Winds will stay from the south at 5 to 10 mph.

Safety Reminder

With temperatures and heat indices climbing into the upper 90s and low 100s, it is crucial to stay hydrated and limit midday exertion. Check on neighbors, especially the elderly, who may be more vulnerable to heat-related illnesses. While there are no active National Weather Service or NOAA weather alerts, the persistent humidity and heat require caution. Ensure you have access to air conditioning and drink plenty of water throughout the day.

National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)
National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)

Sources

https://radar.weather.gov

https://api.weather.gov

https://open-meteo.com

Share

Demarcus Lindgren

Demarcus Lindgren covers weather, storms, and seasonal life around Dallas.

Related Stories