*As of Jul 9, 12 PM local time.*
Intense Heat and Humidity Today
Dallas is experiencing a significant heat event this afternoon, with the air temperature currently at 93F. However, the combination of heat and moisture makes it feel much hotter, with a feels-like temperature of 99F. The relative humidity is at 47%, and the dew point stands at 70F, indicating quite humid conditions that contribute to the oppressive heat index.
The sky remains clear with winds from the south southwest at 7 mph, gusting up to 12 mph. According to the National Weather Service, today will be sunny with a high near 101F. The heat index is expected to reach as high as 104. Winds are forecast to increase slightly, with south southwest winds around 10 mph and gusts as high as 20 mph.
Outlook for Tonight and Tomorrow
Temperatures will drop tonight but remain warm. The low is near 79F, though temperatures may rise to around 81F overnight. The sky will be clear, and the heat index will still reach as high as 104. Winds will shift to the south, maintaining speeds around 10 mph with gusts up to 20 mph.
Tomorrow brings a slight relief in peak temperatures, with a high near 99F. The day will remain sunny, and the heat index is forecast to peak at 101. Winds will continue from the south at around 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Tomorrow night will be mostly clear with a low around 80F. The heat index will reach as high as 102, with south winds ranging from 5 to 15 mph.
There are no active National Weather Service or NOAA weather alerts in effect for Dallas at this time. The primary concern remains the extreme heat and humidity.
