*As of Jul 18, 8 AM local time.*
Current Conditions and Humidity
Dallas residents are waking up to a notably humid start to the day. As of this Saturday morning, the air temperature stands at 81F, but the heat index makes it feel like 85F. The relative humidity is sitting at 79%, with a dew point of 73F indicating significant moisture in the air.
Winds are currently blowing from the south at 9 mph, with gusts reaching up to 22 mph. The sky remains clear overhead, setting the stage for a warm day ahead.
Today and Tonight Forecast
The heat will intensify as the day progresses. Today, Dallas is expected to see mostly sunny skies with a high near 97F. The National Weather Service indicates that heat index values could climb as high as 102, making it feel significantly hotter than the actual air temperature.
There is only a 2% chance of precipitation, so rain is not a concern. Winds will continue from the south at 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.
As evening approaches, conditions will remain hot. Tonight, the sky will be mostly clear, allowing temperatures to drop to a low around 78F. However, the heat will linger, with temperatures rising to around 80F overnight. The heat index will remain elevated, reaching values as high as 102. South winds will persist at 5 to 10 mph, with gusts up to 20 mph.
