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Dallas-Fort Worth residents can expect hot and humid weather with early chances of rain this week.
Jason Dunn, National Weather Service meteorologist, said there will be low rain chances into Wednesday, followed by higher temperatures in the afternoons for the rest of the week.
“Just hot and humid, we’re getting in the summertime,” Dunn said.
He said if residents are working or doing physical activities outside to be mindful of the heat, drink plenty of water and stay cool.
Weekly Outlook
Tuesday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 96 and heat index values as high as 103. Mostly clear with a low around 78 at night.
Wednesday: Sunny with a high near 98 and heat index values as high as 104 during the day. Mostly clear with a low around 77 at night.
Thursday: Sunny and hot with a high near 99 and wind gusts as high as 25 mph during the day. Mostly clear with a low around 77 and wind gusts as high as 30 mph at night.
Friday: Mostly sunny and hot with a high near 100 and wind gusts as high as 30 mph during the day. Mostly clear with a low around 77 and wind gusts as high as 35 mph at night.
Saturday: Mostly sunny and hot with a high near 100 during the day. Mostly clear with a low around 78 at night.
Sunday: Mostly sunny and hot with a high near 101 during the day.
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