*As of Aug 8, 12 AM local time.*
Current Conditions and Heat Index
It is currently Saturday overnight in Dallas, and the heat remains intense. The air temperature stands at 86F, but the combination of humidity makes it feel like 89F. Relative humidity is at 55%, with a dew point of 68F. Winds are blowing from the south at 8 mph, with gusts reaching up to 22 mph. The sky is clear overhead.
Today and Tonight Forecast
Today will be extremely hot with a high near 100F. Temperatures are expected to fall slightly to around 98F in the afternoon. The National Weather Service indicates sunny skies initially, with a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms developing after 4pm. The chance of precipitation is listed at 22% for the day. Heat index values could reach as high as 103.
As evening approaches, there remains a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before 7pm. After that, skies will become mostly clear. Lows will drop to around 79F, though temperatures may rise slightly to around 81F overnight. Winds will shift to the south at 5 to 10 mph. Heat index values are expected to stay as high as 101 during the evening hours.
Tomorrow Outlook
Tomorrow promises to be just as hot. Skies will remain sunny with a high near 100F. The heat index is forecast to reach up to 102. Winds will continue from the south at 5 to 10 mph. Overnight, conditions will clear out with a low around 79F and south winds around 10 mph.
