DFW Weather: Friday Rain Forecast and Spring/Summer Outlook

Spring Weather Recap

• 🌸 Despite some public perception, the spring season in North Texas has been warmer than normal, ranking as the fifth warmest on record.
• 💧 Rainfall has been normal, with recent heavy rain balancing out drier periods.
• 💨 Pollen levels are currently out of control.

Friday Rain and Storms

• ☁️ Clouds are expected to increase overnight, with a cluster of storms approaching from the west.
• ⛈️ By Friday morning, scattered showers and thunderstorms will enter the region, with about 40-50% of the DFW Metroplex expected to see rain.
• ⚠️ The primary risk areas for severe storms are Waco and Central/Southeast Texas, with potential for small hail and gusty winds.
• 📉 The severe threat for DFW is low, but not zero.

Weekend and Early Week Outlook

• ✨ Friday evening is expected to clear up, leading into a gorgeous weekend with dry conditions on Saturday and Sunday.
• 🌧️ Another chance for rain arrives on Tuesday, with thunderstorms possible late Monday night into Tuesday morning.
• ⚠️ The severe threat for Tuesday is also low.

Summer Forecast

• 🔥 The outlook for summer is for it to be warmer and drier than normal.
• 🌡️ Temperatures are expected to be in the mid to low 80s for Mother's Day weekend and beyond.