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TodayMostly Clear0° / 78° 10%
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Dallas Heat Continues: Highs Near 98F, Isolated Storms Possible

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Dallas faces another day of intense heat with temperatures near 98F and feels-like values up to 101F. Isolated showers and thunderstorms are possible this afternoon and tonight.

Demarcus Lindgren

July 2, 20262 min read

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

Current Conditions and Heat Index

Dallas is experiencing very hot conditions this afternoon. The air temperature is currently 93F, but the heat index makes it feel like 96F. Relative humidity sits at 41% with a dew point of 66F. Winds are blowing from the south-southeast at 8 mph, with gusts reaching up to 20 mph. The sky remains clear overhead.

Today and Tonight Forecast

Temperatures will climb to a high near 98F today, with heat index values peaking as high as 101F. The afternoon will see temperatures fall to around 96F. There is a 20% chance of precipitation, with isolated showers and thunderstorms expected after 4pm. Winds will remain light at 5 to 10 mph from the south-southeast.

Tonight, the high heat will ease slightly, with a low around 78F. However, heat index values will still reach up to 100F. Isolated showers and thunderstorms are possible before 10pm. The sky will become mostly clear, and temperatures will rise to around 80F overnight. Southeast winds will continue at 5 to 10 mph.

Tomorrow Outlook

Tomorrow will be even hotter, with a high near 99F. Heat index values are forecast to reach as high as 102F. The day will start sunny, with a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 4pm. South winds will be 5 to 10 mph.

Tomorrow night, a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms is possible before 7pm. The sky will be mostly clear, with a low around 79F. Temperatures will rise to around 81F overnight, and heat index values may reach 103F. South-southeast winds will persist at 5 to 10 mph.

Safety Reminder

With temperatures and heat indices remaining dangerously high, it is crucial to stay hydrated and limit outdoor exertion during the hottest parts of the day. Check on neighbors and vulnerable individuals who may be affected by the heat. There are no active weather alerts at this time, but conditions remain volatile with the potential for isolated storms.

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

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Demarcus Lindgren

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

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