*As of Sep 20, 2 PM local time.*
Current Heat and Conditions
Dallas is experiencing very hot conditions this afternoon. The air temperature currently sits at 93 degrees Fahrenheit, but the heat index makes it feel like 96 degrees. Relative humidity is at 41 percent, with a dew point of 66 degrees.
The sky is clear, and winds are blowing from the south at 15 miles per hour, though gusts are recorded at 10 miles per hour. This combination of high heat and clear skies creates a muggy environment that requires caution for anyone spending time outdoors.
Today and Tonight Outlook
The high temperature for today is expected to reach near 96 degrees, with lows falling to around 77 degrees. There is a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms, with precipitation odds at 15 percent. According to the National Weather Service, a slight chance of storms may develop after 4 pm.
Temperatures may dip to around 94 degrees in the afternoon, with heat index values potentially reaching 99 degrees. Tonight, the chance of precipitation rises to 40 percent. Showers and thunderstorms are possible before 1 am, with additional chances between 1 am and 4 am.
The sky will be mostly cloudy, and rainfall amounts could range between a quarter and half of an inch.
