Dallas Heat Advisory: Highs Near 104F, Humidity Low - Aug 16, 11 AM

*As of Aug 16, 11 AM local time.*

Current Conditions and Alert Status

A Heat Advisory is currently active for the Dallas area, issued by the National Weather Service in Fort Worth. This moderate-severity alert is expected to remain in effect until this evening. As of this morning, the air temperature stands at 90F, matching the feels-like temperature.

The sky is clear, with relative humidity at 41% and a dew point of 63F. Winds are blowing from the south southwest at 9 mph, with gusts reaching 10 mph. The dry air and clear skies are contributing to the intense heat that residents are experiencing.

Today’s Forecast and Heat Index

Today will be sunny with a high near 104F. The chance of precipitation is minimal at 1%. While the air temperature will peak at 104F, heat index values are expected to reach as high as 106F.

Winds will shift to around 5 mph from the south southwest. Tonight, conditions will remain mostly clear with a low around 81F. The heat index will stay elevated, reaching values as high as 103F, with winds around 5 mph from the south.

The lack of cloud cover means the ground will continue to radiate heat into the night.

Tomorrow’s Outlook and Safety

Tomorrow will follow a similar pattern, with sunny skies and a high near 104F. The chance of rain is 0%. Heat index values are projected to climb to 107F, making the perceived temperature even more intense than the actual air temperature.

Winds will be from the southwest at around 5 mph. Overnight, temperatures will drop to 81F before rising to 83F, with heat index values reaching 106F. Given these sustained high temperatures and low humidity, it is crucial to stay hydrated and limit outdoor exertion during the hottest parts of the day.

Check on neighbors and vulnerable individuals who may not have access to air conditioning.

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Sources

https://radar.weather.gov

https://api.weather.gov

https://open-meteo.com