DFW Severe Weather Outlook: Storms, Hail, and Tornado Potential on May 19

Severe Weather Alert for North Texas

• ⚠️ A WFAA weather alert day is in effect from 4:00 PM to at least 8:00 PM on May 19, 2025, due to potential severe thunderstorms.
• ⚡ The atmosphere has plenty of moisture and instability conducive to thunderstorm development later this afternoon and evening.

Potential Storm Impacts

• 💥 Impacts from these storms could include golf ball-sized hail and 70 mph wind gusts.
• 🌪️ An isolated tornado cannot be ruled out with some of these storms, especially north and west of the DFW Metroplex.
• 🌧️ Expect torrential rainfall and the possibility of large hail and damaging winds.

Severe Weather Risk Zones

• 🎯 The DFW Metroplex is under an enhanced risk for severe weather, rated a level three out of five.
• 📈 The risk for severe weather, particularly tornadoes, increases farther north into areas like Gainesville, Sherman, and Bonham.
• 🚨 A tornado watch is active for parts of North Texas until 9:00 PM, though it does not include Fort Worth or Dallas.

Storm Timing and Movement

• ⏰ By 5:00 PM, supercells are expected between McKinney and Greenville, and west of Decatur, moving east.
• 📍 By 7:00 PM, storms may be closer to the Red River, with isolated storms popping up west of Fort Worth and south of Granbury, potentially forming a larger supercell near or south of the Metroplex.
• 🌃 By 10:00 PM, a threat for a supercell producing an isolated tornado may persist around the Metroplex, eventually forming a line as it moves east.

Post-Storm Outlook

• 💨 A cold front is expected overnight, shifting winds and leading to a much quieter and clearer Tuesday.
• ☀️ Tuesday will be a pleasant day with temperatures in the low to mid-80s.
• 📈 Looking ahead, a slight chance of rain and storms is forecast for Thursday, with warmer and breezier conditions on Friday.
• 🗓️ Memorial Day weekend may see an increase in storm coverage, particularly on Memorial Day itself, as a front moves through, keeping temperatures in the low 80s.