*As of Oct 3, 2 PM local time.*
Current Conditions
Residents across Dallas are experiencing a notably muggy atmosphere this afternoon. The air temperature sits at 73F, but the heat index makes it feel like 75F due to the heavy moisture in the air. Relative humidity is currently at 94%, with a dew point of 72F indicating saturated conditions.
Skies remain cloudy as winds blow gently from the northeast at 3 mph, though gusts have reached up to 13 mph.
Today and Tonight Forecast
Rain showers are likely throughout today, bringing a 71% chance of precipitation. The National Weather Service indicates that new rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch are possible as the day progresses. Highs will reach near 77F under cloudy skies. Northeast winds will increase slightly to 5 to 10 mph.
As evening approaches, conditions remain unsettled. There is a chance of rain showers before 7pm, followed by a possibility of showers and thunderstorms later in the night. Temperatures will settle around a low of 68F, though they may rise to around 70F during the overnight hours.
Winds will shift to north northeast at around 5 mph. Another round of precipitation is possible, with new rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch expected.
