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Dallas Heat Advisory in Effect as Temperatures Climb Toward 101 - Jul 29, 9 PM

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A Heat Advisory is active for Dallas, TX, with current feels-like temperatures at 96F. Highs near 99F today will rise to 101F tomorrow under sunny skies.

Demarcus Lindgren

July 30, 20262 min read

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

*As of Jul 29, 9 PM local time.*

Current Conditions and Alert Status

Dallas residents are currently navigating a Heat Advisory issued by the National Weather Service in Fort Worth. This moderate-severity alert, which began on July 29 at 1:22PM CDT and remains in effect until July 30 at 8:00PM CDT, underscores the significant heat risk for the region.

As of Wednesday tonight, the air temperature stands at 93F. Due to humidity levels, the perceived heat is higher, with a feels-like temperature of 96F. The relative humidity is recorded at 41%, with a dew point of 66F. Winds are blowing from the south at 9 mph, with gusts reaching up to 13 mph. The sky remains mostly clear overhead.

Forecast Overview

Today, Dallas experienced partly cloudy skies with a high near 99F and a low near 80F. There was no chance of precipitation during this period.

Looking ahead to tonight, conditions will remain partly cloudy. Temperatures are expected to drop to a low around 80F, though they may rise slightly to around 82F later in the night. The heat index is forecast to reach as high as 103. Winds will shift to a south direction at approximately 5 mph.

Tomorrow, the area will see sunny skies with a high near 101F and a low near 80F. The chance of precipitation is minimal at 1%. The heat index is projected to climb even higher, reaching up to 107. Winds will come from the south southwest at speeds between 5 and 10 mph.

Safety Reminders

With the Heat Advisory in place and heat indices exceeding 100 degrees, it is crucial to take precautions against extreme heat. Residents should stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water throughout the day. Limiting outdoor exertion, especially during the hottest parts of the afternoon, is strongly advised.

Check on elderly neighbors or those without air conditioning to ensure their safety. If you must be outside, seek shade and wear lightweight, light-colored clothing to help manage the intense 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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