DFW Weather: Fall Cooldown Expected After Warm September Week

Approaching Fall Weather in North Texas

• 🍂 While summer officially ends next week, North Texas will remain in the 90s until the start of fall.
• 💡 Temperatures are expected to cool down slightly, moving away from the 99-101 degree range.

Northern Lights and Local Skies

• 🌌 The northern lights were visible in Northern Michigan, but not in Dallas.
• ☁️ North Texas skies will feature high, thin clouds moving in from thunderstorms that have dissipated elsewhere.

Mid-Week Rain Chances

• 💧 A slight chance of rain is possible starting Wednesday, primarily along the Red River.
• ⛈️ Scattered rain and a few rumbling thunderstorms are more likely on Thursday, especially in eastern North Texas.
• 🏈 Friday also carries a chance for scattered showers and thunder, potentially impacting high school football.

Temperature Outlook

• 🌡️ High temperatures will remain warm, with 95°F on Wednesday and 92°F on Thursday.
• 📈 Fall officially begins on Monday, September 22nd, with highs expected in the upper 80s, closer to normal.
• 🎡 The State Fair of Texas opening on September 26th is forecast to have temperatures in the mid-80s.

Santa's Helpers Charity Drive

• 🎁 An early gift-giving goal of $75,000 has been set for Santa's Helpers to assist children in North Texas.
• 🧸 Donations are needed to purchase toys at wholesale prices for distribution during the holiday season.
• 💻 Donations can be made via a QR code or at wfaa.com/shelpers.