Dallas Heat Index Hits 99F; Scattered Storms Possible Today - Jul 16, 4 PM

*As of Jul 16, 4 PM local time.*

Current Conditions and Heat

Dallas is experiencing very hot conditions this afternoon, with the air temperature at 91F. Due to high humidity, the heat index is pushing the feels-like temperature to 99F. The relative humidity stands at 53%, with a dew point of 72F, creating a muggy atmosphere.

Winds are blowing from the south at 11 mph, with gusts reaching up to 17 mph. The sky remains partly cloudy as the day progresses.

Today and Tonight Forecast

Today, the high will reach near 90F, though temperatures may dip to around 87F in the afternoon. There is a 46% chance of precipitation, with showers and thunderstorms possible. The National Weather Service indicates a chance of showers and thunderstorms, particularly before 1am tonight.

Rainfall amounts are expected to be minimal, likely less than a tenth of an inch. Overnight, the low will settle near 75F, with temperatures rising slightly to around 77F. Winds will shift to south southeast at 5 to 10 mph.

The sky will remain mostly cloudy throughout the night.

Tomorrow Outlook

Tomorrow, the weather will improve with partly sunny skies. The high will climb to near 93F, and the heat index will remain elevated, reaching values as high as 99F. The chance of precipitation drops significantly to 9%.

Winds will continue from the south at 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Tomorrow night, the low will be around 77F, with the heat index staying near 98F. The sky will be mostly cloudy, and winds will remain south at 5 to 10 mph with similar gust potential.

Safety Reminder

Given the high heat index values, it is important to stay hydrated and limit midday exertion. Check on neighbors and elderly relatives who may be vulnerable to extreme heat. While there are no active weather alerts, remain aware of the slight chance of storms today and tonight.

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Sources

https://radar.weather.gov

https://api.weather.gov

https://open-meteo.com