Dallas rolled in today under mostly cloudy skies and muggy air, with temperatures parked near 75°F and a dew point high enough to make the morning feel plenty sticky. A slight chance of spotty showers and isolated thunderstorms will hang around through midmorning, with the better odds east of I-35. Any storm that pops up could bring brief heavy rain and frequent lightning before activity tails off by early evening.
Afternoon Storms Then Heat
Scattered showers and a few thunderstorms will be most common across East and Central Texas through the day, with localized rainfall totals up to about three-quarters of an inch where storms linger. Brief heavy downpours, gusty outflow winds and frequent lightning could knock down visibility and slow commutes in the areas that get hit. That is according to the National Weather Service in Fort Worth.
Hot, Humid Sunday Into Next Week
Once storms clear, temperatures climb quickly, with highs near 89 today and heat index values that could reach 101. The real punch arrives tomorrow, when highs push into the mid 90s, and heat indices rise to about 105 to 107. South winds will crank up, with sustained speeds of 10 to 15 mph and gusts up to 30 mph tomorrow and next Monday. Forecasters say a Heat Advisory will likely be needed for parts of North Texas if current trends continue.
Where To Cool Off
There are no active watches or warnings right now, but city-run cooling centers and public libraries are open options for anyone needing a break from the heat. Spots such as the West Dallas Multipurpose Center and the Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center offer water, air-conditioned space and applications for portable cooling units, with hours that vary by location. Check the City of Dallas for exact locations and schedules.
Quick Safety Tips
Try to schedule strenuous outdoor work for early morning or evening, keep hydrating through the day and keep an eye out for lightning with any afternoon storms. If heavy rain moves in while you are driving, slow down and leave extra space, since lightning and gusty winds can quickly bring down tree limbs and trigger power outages.
