DFW Friday Storms Forecast: Severe Weather Threats and Weekend Outlook

Friday Storms and Severe Weather

• ⚠️ A severe thunderstorm watch is in effect for areas along and just north of the Red River until 7:00 AM.
• ⚡ Scattered thunderstorms are expected to develop from late morning into the early afternoon across North Texas, becoming more widespread by the afternoon.
• 💨 Potential threats include damaging winds and hail.
• 🌪️ An isolated tornado threat cannot be ruled out in the southeastern counties later today, particularly along I-35 and I-45.
• 📉 The storm threat is expected to wind down later this afternoon and evening, with lingering showers possible around 7:00 PM.

Weekend Weather Outlook

• ☀️ The weekend is forecast to be pleasant with plenty of sunny skies.
• 🌡️ Morning lows will be in the mid-50s, with highs reaching the mid to upper 70s on both Saturday and Sunday.

Extended Forecast

• 🌦️ Rain and thunderstorm chances are expected to return on Tuesday, marking another potential weather alert day.
• ☁️ Scattered storms may also occur on Wednesday and Thursday.
• ☀️ By Mother's Day weekend, skies are expected to clear, with highs in the lower 80s.