*As of Aug 9, 8 PM local time.*
Current Conditions and Immediate Outlook
Dallas is experiencing intense heat this Sunday evening. The current air temperature stands at 93F, but the combination of humidity and wind results in a feels-like temperature of 96F. Relative humidity is at 41%, with a dew point of 66F. Winds are blowing from the south at 9 mph, with gusts reaching up to 22 mph. The sky remains clear as the day winds down.
Today’s high reached near 100F, with a low near 79F. The chance of precipitation was minimal at just 6%, leaving the skies mostly clear throughout the day. As night falls, conditions will remain mostly clear.
Temperatures are expected to drop to a low around 79F, though they may rise slightly to around 81F during the overnight hours. Heat index values could climb as high as 98F. South winds will persist at 5 to 10 mph.
Tomorrow’s Forecast and Safety Reminders
The heat wave continues into tomorrow. The forecast calls for sunny skies with a high near 100F and a low near 79F. The chance of precipitation remains very low at 7%. During the day, heat index values are expected to reach as high as 103F. South winds will blow at 5 to 10 mph, with gusts potentially hitting 20 mph.
As tomorrow night approaches, skies will clear again. Temperatures will fall to a low around 79F before rising to approximately 81F overnight. Heat index values may reach 101F. South winds will continue around 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.
