*As of Sep 2, 7 AM local time.*
Muggy Start Before a Hot Afternoon
The morning in Dallas is defined by significant moisture in the air. Current conditions show an air temperature of 81F, but the feels-like temperature has reached 84F due to a dew point of 70F and relative humidity at 70%. The sky is currently clear, with winds blowing from the east at 5 mph and gusting to 6 mph.
As the day progresses, the heat will intensify. The forecast calls for a high near 99F, with temperatures potentially falling to around 96F in the afternoon. Heat index values could reach as high as 104F.
While the morning starts sunny, there is a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1pm. The overall chance of precipitation for today is 15%, though the official forecast notes a 20% chance later in the day. Winds will shift to 5 to 10 mph with gusts up to 20 mph.
Overnight Shift and Tomorrow's Outlook
Tonight, the atmosphere remains active. A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms exists before 4am, transitioning to a higher chance of storms later in the night. The sky will be partly cloudy, with lows around 77F, though temperatures may rise to 79F overnight.
Heat index values could hit 99F. Winds will be east-southeast around 10 mph with gusts to 20 mph. The chance of precipitation is 40%, with new rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
