DFW Weather: Heavy Rain and Storms Expected Friday Night Through Saturday

Weekend Storm Forecast for DFW

• 🌧️ Heavy rain and storms are expected to impact North Texas from Friday evening through Saturday morning.
• ⚠️ The WFA Weather Alert days are in effect for Friday night and Saturday due to the potential for significant rainfall.

Rainfall and Potential Impacts

• 💧 Rainfall totals are estimated to be between 1 to 2 inches, with isolated areas potentially receiving higher amounts, especially east of the Metroplex.
• 🌊 Flooding is a possibility due to the expected heavy rain.
• ⚡ Severe weather is not anticipated, with only a marginal risk for isolated strong winds or small hail, mainly west of the Metroplex.

Current and Near-Term Conditions

• ✨ Currently, the weather is nice and dry with plenty of sunshine and temperatures around 80°.
• ☁️ Tomorrow (Thursday) will see increasing clouds with a very low chance of an isolated shower, mostly north of Gainesville.
• 🌦️ By tomorrow evening, some rain may move in from the west but is expected to fall apart quickly.

Friday and Saturday Outlook

• 🏈 Friday evening has a 50-60% chance of rain and storms, potentially impacting Friday night football games.
• 🌊 Rain chances increase significantly into Friday night and Saturday morning, with another wave possible late Saturday into Saturday night.
• ☀️ Sunday is expected to be dry, though clouds may linger, making it the best day for outdoor activities.

Temperature Trends

• 🌡️ Temperatures will drop into the upper 50s and low 60s tonight.
• ☀️ Tomorrow afternoon will be warm, in the low 80s.
• ☁️ After the cold front moves in Saturday, temperatures will be in the mid-70s for both Saturday and Sunday.
• 📈 Temperatures will climb back to around 80° by Monday.