*As of Jul 17, 4 PM local time.*
Current Conditions and Heat Index
Dallas is experiencing a notably hot afternoon with the air temperature sitting at 93°F. However, the combination of heat and moisture makes it feel significantly warmer, with a feels-like temperature of 99°F. The relative humidity is at 47%, supported by a dew point of 70°F, which indicates a fair amount of moisture in the air.
Winds are blowing from the south southwest at 10 mph, with gusts reaching up to 17 mph. The sky is currently mostly cloudy, but the heat remains the primary focus for residents.
Forecast for Today and Tomorrow
Today, the high will reach near 93°F. The National Weather Service indicates partly sunny skies with a low near 77°F. The heat index is expected to climb as high as 100°F during the day.
There is a 17% chance of precipitation, though the official forecast notes a 20% chance. Winds will remain around 10 mph with gusts up to 20 mph. Tonight, conditions will shift to mostly cloudy with a low around 77°F.
The heat index will drop slightly but remain elevated at values as high as 98°F, with south winds of 5 to 10 mph and gusts up to 20 mph.
Looking ahead to tomorrow, the heat will intensify. The high is forecast to be near 97°F under mostly sunny skies. This rise in temperature will push the heat index to a high of 101°F.
