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Dallas Faces Extreme Heat Warning and Air Quality Alert - Jul 22, 4 AM

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Dallas residents are under an Extreme Heat Warning and Heat Advisory with temperatures near 104F. An Air Quality Alert is also active. Stay safe in the intense heat.

Demarcus Lindgren

July 22, 20262 min read

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

*As of Jul 22, 4 AM local time.*

Current Conditions and Alerts

Dallas is currently experiencing oppressive heat and humidity under multiple active National Weather Service alerts. An Extreme Heat Warning with severe urgency is in effect, alongside a Heat Advisory of moderate severity. Additionally, an Air Quality Alert is active for the region.

It is currently Wednesday overnight. The air temperature stands at 91F, but the combination of heat and moisture makes it feel like 99F. The relative humidity is at 53%, with a dew point of 72F, indicating quite humid conditions. Winds are calm at 0 mph with gusts up to 5 mph, and the sky remains clear.

Forecast for Today and Tomorrow

Today will be sunny with a high near 104F. Temperatures are expected to fall to around 102F in the afternoon. Heat index values could reach as high as 115. North winds will be light, ranging from 0 to 10 mph. The chance of precipitation is minimal at 1%.

Tonight will be clear with a low around 84F. Temperatures may rise to around 87F overnight. Heat index values could climb to 111. Winds will shift to the east northeast at 5 to 10 mph.

Tomorrow will also be sunny, with a high near 99F. Heat index values are forecast to reach as high as 106. East northeast winds will persist at 5 to 10 mph. The chance of rain remains at 1%. Tomorrow night will be mostly clear with a low around 80F and east southeast winds of 5 to 10 mph.

Safety Reminders

Given the Extreme Heat Warning and Heat Advisory, it is critical to limit outdoor exertion during the hottest parts of the day. Hydrate frequently and seek air-conditioned environments when possible. The active Air Quality Alert suggests monitoring local air quality reports and reducing prolonged outdoor activities if sensitive to pollution. Please check on neighbors and vulnerable individuals who may be affected by the extreme heat.

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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