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Dangerous heat holds over Dallas with a 100-degree feel this afternoon - Aug 5, 4 PM

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Dallas is at 99F this afternoon, feeling like 100F, with sunny, dry weather expected today and tomorrow and no active weather alerts.

Demarcus Lindgren

August 5, 20261 min read

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

*As of Aug 5, 4 PM local time.*

Dangerous heat this afternoon

Dangerous heat is the main weather concern in Dallas this afternoon. The air temperature is 99F, but it feels like 100F. Relative humidity is 31%, with a dew point of 63F. Winds are 9 mph, with gusts up to 12 mph, and the sky is partly cloudy.

The heat is not being paired with rain relief. The chance of precipitation today is 0%, and the forecast keeps conditions sunny. The high is expected to be near 102F, with heat index values as high as 106. South wind is expected around 10 mph.

Tonight and tomorrow

Tonight stays very warm under mostly clear skies. The low is expected to be near 81F, with temperatures rising to around 83 overnight. Heat index values may be as high as 103. South wind is forecast at 5 to 10 mph.

Tomorrow brings another sunny, dry day for Dallas. The high is expected to be near 100F, with a low near 80F. The chance of precipitation remains 0%. Heat index values may climb as high as 103, with south southwest wind at 5 to 10 mph.

Alerts and safety

There are no active NWS/NOAA weather alerts for Dallas.

Even without an alert, this level of heat can still be stressful, especially during longer periods outside. Drink water, take breaks in shade or air conditioning when possible, and limit strenuous outdoor activity during the hottest part of the day. Check on people and pets who may be more vulnerable to the heat, and never leave anyone in a parked vehicle.

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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