DFW Weather Forecast: Increased Rain and Severe Storm Chances This Week

Today's Weather Outlook

• ☀️ This morning offers clear skies, with temperatures in the low 70s and gusty winds up to 21 mph, making it breezy but pleasant for outdoor activities.
• 🌡️ Daytime temperatures are expected to reach the 80s, with no significant travel disruptions anticipated today.

Evening Storms and Western Texas

• ⛈️ Thunderstorms are forecast to develop west of Dallas and Fort Worth late today, primarily impacting the far western parts of North Texas.
• ⚠️ By 6:00 p.m., these storms will move into North Texas, with stronger cells possible between Graham and Eastland by 8:00 p.m., though they are expected to weaken over the Metroplex by 10-11 p.m.
• 🧊 The main concerns for these initial storms are hail and wind, with a marginal risk for western counties and a slight risk over West Texas and the Panhandle.

Tomorrow's Increased Storm Activity

• ⚡ Thunderstorm chances will increase tomorrow, with storms approaching from the north and west around 4:00 p.m. and moving into the Metroplex by early evening.
• 🌧️ Hail and wind remain the primary threats for severe weather into the evening hours, with a slight risk extending closer to Fort Worth and Dallas.

Mid-Week Widespread Rain and Severe Threats

• 💧 Wednesday is anticipated to have the best chance for widespread rain and thunderstorms, with potential for locally heavy rainfall.
• 🌪️ A slight risk for severe storms covers all of North Texas, and a low-end tornado threat may also be introduced.
• 🌊 With potential rainfall of two to three inches in some areas, flash flooding could become a concern.

Extended Forecast and Lingering Storms

• 🗓️ Tuesday and Wednesday are designated as weather alert days due to the severe weather potential.
• 🌦️ Storm chances are expected to linger through the end of the week, including Friday, Saturday, and into Sunday, with approximately 50% coverage before drier conditions are expected by the middle of next week.