*As of Aug 26, 2 PM local time.*
Dangerous Heat and Air Quality Concerns
A Heat Advisory is currently in effect for the Dallas area, signaling dangerous heat conditions. As of this afternoon, the air temperature stands at 97F, but the heat index makes it feel like 102F. Relative humidity is at 39%, with a dew point of 68F.
Winds are blowing from the west northwest at 9 mph, with gusts reaching 17 mph. The sky is mainly clear. Additionally, an Air Quality Alert has been issued by the National Weather Service, indicating that air quality levels may be of concern for sensitive groups.
Today and Tonight Outlook
Today will remain mostly sunny with a high near 102F. Temperatures are expected to fall to around 100F in the afternoon, but heat index values could reach as high as 109F. The chance of precipitation is low at 17%.
Tonight, the weather pattern shifts slightly. There is a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms between 7pm and 10pm, followed by a higher chance of storms between 10pm and 1am. Skies will be partly cloudy, with lows around 80F.
Overnight temperatures may rise to around 82F, and heat index values could hit 106F. Winds will be light from the north at 0 to 5 mph. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and a quarter of an inch are possible.
