DFW Weather Forecast: Storms, Hail, Wind, and Snow Potential

Overnight Storms and Severe Threats

• ⛈️ Widespread rain and thunderstorms are expected to develop overnight, with 100% coverage anticipated.
• ⚠️ The primary severe threats include hail (up to quarter-size in the Metroplex) and wind gusts (40-60 mph).
• 💧 Heavy rain is a significant concern, with flash flooding possible in far East Texas.
• ⏰ The most intense period for thunderstorms is estimated between 3:00 a.m. and 9:00 a.m. Saturday, with the peak window from 4:00 a.m. to 7:00 a.m.

Saturday's Weather Across Texas

• 🌧️ While the Metroplex will see lingering showers and spotty rain through Saturday afternoon, the heaviest activity will move east.
• ❄️ In contrast, snow is forecast for the Panhandle and West Texas (areas like Amarillo, Clovis) with winter storm warnings in effect.
• 📊 Rainfall totals could reach 1-3 inches in the Metroplex, with higher amounts (3-5 inches, isolated 6 inches) in East Texas.

Weekend and Extended Forecast

• ☁️ Sunday will be mostly cloudy with sunshine expected late in the day, accompanied by a breezy north wind and a high of 54 degrees.
• ☀️ The following week, temperatures will climb into the 60s on Monday, reaching normal mid-70s by Tuesday, and then into the mid-80s with sunshine from Wednesday to Friday.
• ⛈️ Showers and thunderstorms are predicted to return the week after next (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday), with a possibility of severe storms given it is April in Texas.