*As of Aug 9, 5 PM local time.*
Current Conditions and Heat Index
It is currently Sunday evening in Dallas, and the heat remains intense. The air temperature stands at 97F, but with humidity levels at 35%, the feels-like temperature is a stifling 99F. The dew point is recorded at 64F, contributing to the muggy atmosphere despite the mostly clear sky. Winds are blowing from the south at 9 mph, with gusts reaching up to 17 mph.
Forecast for Today and Tomorrow
Today in Dallas, temperatures will climb to a high near 100F. There is a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms, with precipitation chances sitting at 12%. The National Weather Service notes that heat index values could reach as high as 103 during the day. South winds are expected to remain between 5 and 10 mph.
As tonight approaches, there remains a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before 7pm. Afterward, skies will become mostly clear. The low will settle near 79F, though temperatures may rise slightly to around 81F overnight. Heat index values could still hit 101 during the evening hours. Winds will continue from the south at 5 to 10 mph.
Tomorrow brings similar conditions with a high near 100F and sunny skies. The chance of precipitation drops to 7%. Heat index values are forecast to reach 103 again. South winds will persist at 5 to 10 mph, but gusts may increase as high as 20 mph.
