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Dallas Heat Persists: Highs Near 97F and 99F Expected - Jul 18, 4 PM

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Dallas residents face another stretch of intense heat today and tomorrow, with temperatures near 97F and 99F. Humidity remains low, but heat index values will climb significantly.

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 PM local time.*

Current Conditions and Immediate Outlook

Dallas is experiencing very hot conditions this Saturday afternoon. The air temperature is currently 95F, but the heat index makes it feel like 98F. Relative humidity is at 39%, with a dew point of 66F. Winds are blowing from the south southwest at 12 mph, with gusts reaching 17 mph. The sky remains mostly clear.

Today, the high will reach near 97F, with a low near 79F. The chance of precipitation is just 1%, and skies will be mostly sunny. The National Weather Service notes that heat index values could climb as high as 103 during the day. Winds will shift to south southwest around 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.

Tonight and Tomorrow Forecast

Tonight, skies will become partly cloudy with a low around 79F. The heat index will remain elevated, with values as high as 101. Winds will turn south at 5 to 10 mph, with gusts up to 20 mph.

Tomorrow, the heat continues with a high near 99F and a low near 79F. Precipitation chances are minimal at 2%, and conditions will be mostly sunny. Heat index values are expected to reach 103. Winds will be south southwest at 5 to 10 mph.

Tomorrow night, skies will clear to mostly clear, with a low around 79F. Temperatures may rise slightly to around 81 overnight. Heat index values will be as high as 102, with south winds at 5 to 10 mph.

Safety Reminders

With temperatures and heat index values consistently high, it is crucial to stay hydrated and limit midday exertion. Check on neighbors, especially the elderly and those without air conditioning. Avoid prolonged exposure to the sun during peak heat hours. There are no active weather alerts, but the persistent heat warrants caution.

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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