*As of Jul 21, 12 PM local time.*
Dangerous Heat Conditions Underway
Dallas, TX, is currently under an active Extreme Heat Warning, a severe alert issued by the National Weather Service. The danger is immediate and palpable; right now, the air temperature stands at 99F, but the heat index makes it feel like 104F. Relative humidity is at 37%, with a dew point of 68F.
Winds are light at 8 mph, with gusts matching that speed, under a clear sky.
The National Weather Service has highlighted the severity of this event, noting that heat index values can reach as high as 112F during the day. This warning is in effect until 8:00PM CDT today. The agency emphasizes that the heat is not just uncomfortable but dangerous, requiring immediate attention to personal safety and hydration.
Forecast for Today and Tomorrow
Today, the sun will remain out with a high near 104F. The heat index will climb to 112F. Winds will shift to the west, blowing between 0 to 5 mph.
Overnight, skies will clear, and temperatures will drop to a low near 84F, though they may rise slightly to around 86F later in the night. The heat index will remain elevated at 110F. Winds will turn south, staying light at 0 to 5 mph.
Tomorrow, conditions will remain sunny with a high near 104F. Temperatures may fall slightly to around 102F in the afternoon, but the heat index will still hit 112F. Winds will shift to the north northeast, ranging from 0 to 10 mph.
