DFW Weekend Weather: Humidity Rises as Temperatures Slightly Drop

Weekend Heat and Humidity in DFW

• 🌡️ DFW experienced its hottest day of the year so far, with a high of 99°F, exceeding the normal high of 97°F.
• ⚠️ This Saturday, a heat advisory is in effect for the Dallas-Fort Worth area due to dangerous heat and high humidity.
• 📈 Heat index values are expected to reach 105-107°F this weekend, making it feel as hot as or hotter than current temperatures.

Safety Precautions for Extreme Heat

• 💧 It is crucial to limit time outdoors, hydrate properly, and wear sunscreen.
• 🐾 Pet owners should protect their pets' paws from dangerously hot pavement, which can cause blistering.
• 🚗 A reminder to check the back seat of vehicles, especially for children and pets.

Chances of Rain and Tropical Moisture

• 🌧️ Tropical moisture surging north is increasing humidity levels for the DFW area this weekend.
• ⚡ There is a low chance (20%) of isolated showers or thunderstorms on Saturday afternoon and evening, primarily southeast of DFW.
• 🌦️ Sunday also brings a low chance (10-20%) of spotty showers or thunderstorms in the afternoon and evening.

Looking Ahead: Next Week's Forecast

• 🌡️ Temperatures are expected to remain in the upper 90s through the middle of the work week.
• 💯 There's a possibility of briefly touching 100 degrees on Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday, though extreme heat is not anticipated over the next two weeks.
• 🗓️ The last time DFW did not hit 100 degrees in July was in 2007.