*As of Jul 12, 12 PM local time.*
Current Conditions and Heat
It is currently Sunday this afternoon in Dallas, and the heat is already intense. The air temperature stands at 90F, but with a dew point of 72F and relative humidity of 56%, the atmosphere feels much heavier. The heat index is currently at 96F, making it feel significantly hotter than the actual air temperature. Winds are light at 8 mph with gusts to 8 mph, and the sky remains clear overhead.
Today and Tonight Forecast
Today, the high will reach near 95F. While the morning may start partly sunny, a chance of showers and thunderstorms is expected after 7am. Temperatures are forecast to fall to around 92F in the afternoon, though the heat index will remain high, reaching values as high as 100. South winds will be around 5 mph. There is a 50% chance of precipitation, with new rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.
Tonight, conditions will shift to mostly cloudy skies. A chance of showers and thunderstorms continues, with a 50% probability of rain. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch are possible. Lows will settle near 75F, with temperatures rising to around 77F overnight. The heat index will stay elevated at values as high as 98. Southeast winds will be light, ranging from 0 to 5 mph.
Tomorrow Outlook
Tomorrow, the heat persists with a high near 91F. The chance of showers and thunderstorms begins before 7am, continues between 7am and 1pm, and lingers throughout the day. Partly sunny skies will accompany the activity. The heat index is expected to peak at values as high as 101. South winds will remain light at 0 to 5 mph. There is a 50% chance of precipitation, with new rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.
