DFW Weather: Overnight Storms Tuesday into Wednesday with Hail and Wind

Overnight Storms and Severe Weather

• ⚠️ A WFA Weather Alert Day is in effect overnight Tuesday into Wednesday, with the most active period between 1:00 a.m. and 5:00 a.m. Wednesday.
• ⚡ Thunderstorms are expected to develop along a cold front, potentially producing quarter-size hail, 60 mph wind gusts, brief heavy rain, and frequent lightning.
• 🎯 The slight risk (level 2 out of 5) for severe weather includes Dallas, Collin, and Ellis Counties towards the west.

Storm Development and Timing

• 💡 The sticky, warm, and muggy conditions tonight will help generate thunderstorms when the cold front moves in.
• 📅 While a few isolated storms might occur west of DFW tonight, the bulk of the activity is anticipated Tuesday night into Wednesday morning.
• 📈 Models indicate thunderstorms developing along the cold front around 10 p.m. Tuesday, expanding from the Red River towards Wise County.

Rainfall and Forecast

• 💧 One to two inches of rain are possible across the metroplex over the next 5 days, with slightly higher amounts near the Red River.
• 🌦️ Rainfall coverage is estimated at 40% for Wednesday morning, with the highest coverage occurring Tuesday night into Wednesday morning.
• ☀️ After the overnight storms, Tuesday is expected to be mostly clear, with temperatures reaching a high near 89°F.
• 📈 Temperatures are forecast to climb into the upper 80s on Thursday and reach the mid-90s over the weekend, with drier conditions expected later in the month.