A heat advisory is in effect for the Dallas-Fort Worth area until 8 p.m., according to the National Weather Service.
The high temperature for the day is expected to hit 104 degrees, with a heat index of about 107. As of noon on Friday, the humidity levels registered at 54%, according to NWS. Overnight lows will only dip into the low 80s, setting the stage for another hot day on Saturday.
The sauna-like conditions will continue over the next several days, with sunny skies and little to no chance of rain. Humidity levels will hover between 30 and 40%.
The combination of high heat and humidity will increase the risk of heat-related illnesses, particularly for those participating in outdoor activities, per NWS.
NWS advises local residents to remember to stay hydrated, limit strenuous outdoor activity to early morning and late evening hours, and wear lightweight, loose-fitting clothing.
The high temperature on Saturday will near 102 degrees, and the overnight low will hit about 78 degrees.
On Sunday, the North Texas area will see a high of around 100 degrees, followed by an overnight low of about 77.
Next week will start off with more of the same, with highs on Monday expected to reach 102 degrees.
August is typically the hottest month of the year in Texas, with an average high temperature of 96 degrees. The record for highest temperature in August was 109 degrees, set in 2003.
However, triple-digit temperatures in September are not unheard of. In September 2000, the metroplex recorded a high of 111 degrees.
The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality has issued an Ozone Action Day alert for the DFW area on Friday. Atmospheric conditions are expected to be favorable for producing high levels of ozone air pollution in the metroplex, NWS reported.
“You can help prevent ozone pollution by sharing a ride, walking, riding a bicycle, taking your lunch to work, avoiding drive-through lanes, conserving energy, and keeping your vehicle properly tuned,” NWS advised.
