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WednesdaySunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms99° / 80° 15%
ThursdaySunny101° / 81°
FridaySunny100° / 80°
SaturdaySunny99° / 78° 3%
SundaySlight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms98° / 79° 24%

Dallas Heat Index Nears 102 Today as Temperatures Climb - Jul 8, 12 PM

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Dallas residents face a very hot Wednesday with a high near 99F and a heat index up to 102F. Humidity remains notable with a dew point of 70F.

Demarcus Lindgren

July 8, 20262 min read

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

*As of Jul 8, 12 PM local time.*

Current Conditions and Heat Index

Dallas is experiencing very hot conditions this afternoon, with the air temperature at 93F. Due to the humidity, the heat index makes it feel like 99F. The relative humidity is currently 47%, with a dew point of 70F, indicating quite humid air. Winds are blowing from the south southwest at 9 mph, with gusts reaching 9 mph. The sky remains clear overhead.

Today and Tonight Forecast

Temperatures are expected to peak near 99F today. The National Weather Service indicates that while the morning will be sunny, there is a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 4pm. The chance of precipitation is listed at 20% for this period. As evening approaches, the heat index will remain elevated, with values as high as 101F. Overnight, temperatures will drop to a low near 80F, though they may rise slightly to around 82F later in the night. Winds will continue from the south at 5 to 10 mph. There is a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before 7pm tonight, with a 20% chance of precipitation.

Tomorrow Outlook

Conditions will remain sunny tomorrow with a high near 101F. The heat index is forecast to reach as high as 104F, making it feel even hotter than the actual air temperature. Winds will shift to the south southwest at 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Overnight, the sky will be mostly clear with a low around 81F. The heat index will stay high at around 102F. Winds will increase to the south at 10 to 15 mph, with gusts reaching up to 25 mph.

Safety Reminder

Given the high temperatures and heat index values exceeding 100F, it is crucial to stay hydrated and limit time spent outdoors 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 the extreme heat warrants caution.

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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