DFW Weather: Heat Advisory and 14-Day Forecast with Hurricane Aaron Update

Heat Advisory and Current Conditions

• ⚠️ A heat advisory is in effect for DFW until 8 p.m. Friday due to dangerous heat and high humidity.
• 🌡️ Current temperatures are in the upper 80s and low 90s, with heat index values already reaching 96°F in the midday.
• 💧 It is crucial to limit outdoor time, stay hydrated, and use sunscreen.

Afternoon and Weekend Outlook

• 📈 Afternoon high temperatures will be in the upper 90s, with heat index values expected to reach 105-108°F.
• ⛈️ Rain chances are very low, near zero for Friday, with only isolated showers or thunderstorms possible in far southern counties.
• 🌦️ Rain chances will slightly increase over the weekend and into early next week, with coverage remaining below 20%.
• 🔥 Expect hot and humid conditions throughout the upcoming weekend and into early next week, with temperatures near seasonal averages.

Tropical Weather Update

• 🌀 Hurricane Aaron is the first Atlantic hurricane of the season and is expected to become a powerful major hurricane.
• 🌊 While Hurricane Aaron is not expected to have direct impacts on the US coast, it may cause rough surf and dangerous rip currents.
• ☁️ A disturbance off the coast of Brownsville has a 20% chance of development and may bring heavy rain to South Texas.

14-Day Forecast for DFW

• ☀️ Temperatures will remain in the mid to upper 90s through next week.
• 🌧️ A slight chance for showers and thunderstorms is possible from Wednesday through Thursday of next week.
• 📉 Temperatures are expected to decrease slightly towards the end of next week.