*As of Jul 29, 9 AM local time.*
Current Conditions and Alert Status
Dallas residents are currently under an active Heat Advisory issued by the National Weather Service in Fort Worth. This moderate-severity alert, expected to remain in effect, underscores the intense heat impacting the region right now. As of this Wednesday morning, the air temperature stands at 84F, but the combination of heat and moisture makes it feel like 90F.
The relative humidity is at 66%, with a dew point of 72F, creating a muggy atmosphere despite clear skies. Winds are light, blowing from the south southwest at 7 mph with gusts reaching up to 10 mph.
Forecast for Today and Tomorrow
The National Weather Service forecasts that today will be mostly sunny with a high near 102F. The heat index is expected to climb as high as 108 during the day. Winds will remain in the south southwest range of 5 to 10 mph. There is only a 1% chance of precipitation, so dry conditions are expected.
Tonight, skies will transition to partly cloudy with a low around 82F. The heat index may still reach up to 105, keeping nighttime temperatures uncomfortably warm. Winds will shift slightly to the south at 5 to 10 mph.
Tomorrow brings similar intensity with sunny skies and a high near 102F. The heat index could peak at 109, making it feel even hotter than the actual air temperature. South southwest winds of 5 to 10 mph will continue.
