*As of Jul 23, 12 PM local time.*
Current Conditions and Alert Status
A Heat Advisory is currently in effect for the Dallas area, signaling dangerous heat levels that require caution. As of this afternoon, the air temperature stands at 90F, but the combination of heat and humidity makes it feel like 96F. The relative humidity is at 56%, with a dew point of 72F, indicating quite humid conditions that trap heat close to the ground.
Winds are blowing from the east northeast at 8 mph, with gusts reaching 15 mph, while the sky remains clear.
The National Weather Service has issued this advisory with moderate severity and expected urgency. Residents should be aware that the official alert runs until July 23 at 8:00PM CDT. This warning underscores the need for vigilance as the region experiences sustained high temperatures.
Forecast for Today and Tomorrow
Today is expected to be sunny with a high near 99F. The heat index will climb as high as 107 during the day. Winds will shift to the east northeast at 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. There is a 0% chance of precipitation.
Tonight, skies will become mostly clear with a low around 80F. Temperatures may rise to around 82 overnight. The heat index will remain elevated, reaching as high as 105. Winds will turn to the east southeast at 5 to 15 mph.
Tomorrow will be mostly sunny with a high near 98F. Temperatures will fall to around 96 in the afternoon, but the heat index will peak at 109. Winds will shift to the south at 5 to 10 mph, with gusts up to 25 mph. No rain is expected, with a 0% chance of precipitation.
