*As of Jul 7, 8 PM local time.*
Sweltering Conditions Continue
Dallas is currently experiencing intense heat, with the air temperature at 91F and a feels-like reading of 96F. The relative humidity sits at 46%, with a dew point of 68F. Winds are blowing from the south southeast at 6 mph, with gusts reaching 18 mph, under clear skies.
Today, the high will near 103F, making it a particularly dangerous day for outdoor activity. The low is expected to drop to around 78F. There is a 38% chance of showers and thunderstorms throughout the day. Tonight, a chance of showers and thunderstorms is possible before 1am. Conditions will be partly cloudy with a low around 78, though temperatures may rise to around 80 overnight. The heat index could reach as high as 101. South southeast winds will be around 5 mph, with a 40% chance of precipitation. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch are possible.
Tomorrow’s Forecast and Safety Tips
Tomorrow, the high will be near 100F, with temperatures falling to around 98 in the afternoon. The low will be near 80F. The sky will be sunny, with a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1pm. The heat index is expected to reach 104. South southwest winds will range from 5 to 10 mph, with a 20% chance of precipitation. Tomorrow night, there is a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before 7pm. Conditions will be mostly clear, with a low around 80 and temperatures rising to around 82 overnight. The heat index could reach 103, with south winds of 5 to 10 mph and a 20% chance of precipitation.
