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Dallas Heat Advisory in Effect as Temperatures Hit 102F - Aug 14, 5 PM

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A Heat Advisory is active for Dallas, TX. Current conditions show an air temperature of 100F with a feels-like of 104F. Sunny skies and high heat persist through tomorrow.

Demarcus Lindgren

August 14, 20262 min read

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

*As of Aug 14, 5 PM local time.*

Dangerous Heat Conditions

Dallas residents are under a Heat Advisory due to dangerously high temperatures and heat index values. The National Weather Service has issued this moderate-severity alert, which is expected to remain in effect during the current evening hours.

Current conditions at this time show an air temperature of 100F. Due to humidity levels, the feels-like temperature is 104F. Relative humidity stands at 31%, with a dew point of 64F. Winds are blowing from the south at 14 mph, with gusts reaching up to 20 mph. The sky remains mostly clear.

Forecast for Today and Tomorrow

Today is expected to be sunny with a high near 102F and a low near 81F. There is a zero percent chance of precipitation. Heat index values are forecast to reach as high as 106. South winds will average around 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.

Tonight will be mostly clear. Temperatures will drop to a low around 81F, though they may rise slightly to around 83F overnight. Heat index values could reach up to 104. South winds will continue at 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.

Tomorrow remains sunny with a high near 102F and a low near 81F. The chance of precipitation is minimal at 2%. Heat index values are expected to hit 106 again. South winds will be around 10 mph, with gusts up to 20 mph.

Safety Reminders

Extreme heat poses serious health risks. It is critical to stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water throughout the day. Limit outdoor exertion, especially during the midday hours when the sun is strongest. Check on elderly neighbors and those without air conditioning. Never leave people or pets in parked vehicles, as interior temperatures can rise rapidly to life-threatening levels even with windows cracked.

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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