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5-day forecast / Dallas, TX

SaturdayMostly Sunny97° / 76° 2%
SundaySunny98° / 79° 2%
MondaySunny100° / 80° 1%
TuesdaySunny102° / 82°
WednesdaySunny104° / 82°

Dallas Heat and Humidity Persist Into the Weekend - Jul 18, 4 AM

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Temperatures in Dallas are climbing toward 97F today with a heat index reaching 102F. Humidity remains high with a dew point of 70F. No severe weather alerts are in effect.

Demarcus Lindgren

July 18, 20262 min read

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

*As of Jul 18, 4 AM local time.*

Weekend Warmth and Muggy Air

Dallas is experiencing a notably humid start to the weekend. Current conditions show an air temperature of 82F, but the heat index makes it feel like 86F. The relative humidity sits at 66%, with a dew point of 70F indicating significant moisture in the air.

Skies are currently clear, and winds are blowing from the south at 8 mph, with gusts reaching up to 25 mph.

Forecast for Today and Tomorrow

Residents can expect intense heat to continue through the weekend. Today will be mostly sunny with a high near 97F. The heat index is expected to reach as high as 102F. South winds will range from 5 to 10 mph, with gusts potentially hitting 20 mph. The chance of precipitation is minimal at just 2%.

Tonight, skies will transition to mostly clear conditions. Temperatures will drop to a low around 78F, though they may rise slightly to around 80F later in the night. The heat index will remain elevated, peaking near 102F. Winds will shift to the south at 5 to 10 mph, with gusts up to 20 mph.

Tomorrow will bring sunny skies and another hot day, with a high near 98F. The heat index will climb to 101F. South winds will persist at 5 to 10 mph. Overnight, conditions will clear out with a low around 79F. Winds will shift to the south-southwest at 5 to 10 mph.

Safety and Conditions

There are no active National Weather Service or NOAA weather alerts for the Dallas area. However, the combination of high temperatures and humidity poses health risks. It is crucial to stay hydrated and limit outdoor exertion during the hottest parts of the day.

Check on elderly neighbors and those without air conditioning, as the heat index values indicate conditions that can be dangerous for vulnerable populations. Keep vehicles cool and never leave pets or people in parked cars.

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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