*As of Jul 18, 12 PM local time.*
Current Conditions and Heat Index
Dallas is experiencing a persistently hot and humid afternoon on Saturday. The air temperature currently stands at 90F, but the combination of heat and moisture pushes the feels-like temperature to 96F. Relative humidity is at 56%, with a dew point of 72F indicating significant moisture in the air.
Winds are blowing from the south at 11 mph, with gusts reaching up to 18 mph. The sky remains clear overhead.
Forecast for Today and Tonight
Temperatures will continue to climb through the day, with a high near 97F expected. The National Weather Service notes that heat index values could reach as high as 102F due to the humidity. Skies will be mostly sunny with a very low chance of precipitation at 2%. Winds will shift slightly, becoming south at 5 to 10 mph, with gusts potentially hitting 20 mph.
As evening approaches, conditions will remain warm. Skies will turn mostly clear, and temperatures will drop to a low around 78F. However, the heat will not fully dissipate overnight, with temperatures rising to around 80F later in the night. Heat index values will remain elevated, reaching up to 102F. South winds will continue at 5 to 10 mph, with gusts up to 20 mph.
