*As of Jul 29, 1 PM local time.*
Dangerous Heat Conditions Underway
Dallas, TX is currently under an active Heat Advisory issued by the National Weather Service. The alert carries a moderate severity rating and is expected to remain in effect until July 29 at 8:00PM CDT. This advisory highlights the significant risk posed by the current weather pattern, where high temperatures combined with humidity create hazardous conditions for outdoor activities.
Right now, the air temperature stands at 93F, but the heat index makes it feel like 101F. The relative humidity is at 50%, with a dew point of 72F, indicating substantial moisture in the air that hinders cooling. Winds are currently calm at 0 mph, though gusts have reached up to 6 mph. The sky remains mostly clear, allowing intense solar heating to continue.
Forecast for Today and Tomorrow
Today will be mostly sunny with a high near 100F and a low near 80F. There is no chance of precipitation. The National Weather Service notes that heat index values could climb as high as 104 during the day, driven by south southeast winds of 5 to 10 mph.
Tonight will see partly cloudy skies with a low around 80F. Temperatures may rise slightly to around 82 overnight. The heat index is expected to remain elevated at values as high as 102, with south winds around 5 mph providing little relief.
Tomorrow promises to be even hotter. Expect sunny skies with a high near 101F and a low near 80F. The chance of precipitation remains negligible at just 1%. Heat index values are forecast to reach as high as 107, making this the most dangerous period of the advisory. South southwest winds will blow between 5 to 10 mph.
