DFW Weather: Severe Storms Bring Large Hail to North Texas

Severe Storms Impact DFW

• ⚡ Scattered showers and thunderstorms are increasing across the DFW metroplex and surrounding areas.
• ⚠️ Two severe thunderstorm warnings are in effect, with storms moving quickly to the north and east at 50-55 mph.
• 📍 The strongest parts of these storms are impacting Kaufman, Terrell, and heading towards Fort Worth, Arlington, DFW, and Irving.

Hail and Downpours

• 💧 Expect very heavy downpours and significant lightning with these storms.
• 🧊 The primary threat is hail, with some storms producing hail up to 1.5 inches (larger than quarter-sized).
• 🎯 Quarter-sized hail is possible for areas like Burleson and Mansfield, with potential for golf ball-sized hail.

Storm Tracking and Timing

• 🗺️ Storms are moving rapidly, with downtown Fort Worth expected around 5:51 AM, Arlington at 6:04 AM, and DFW at 6:15 AM.
• ⏰ Another severe thunderstorm warning south and east of Dallas is moving north and east, with Kaufman at 6:04 AM and Terrell at 6:04 AM.
• ⏳ A weather alert day is extended until 1:00 PM due to the possibility of isolated strong to severe storms midday.

Weekend Forecast

• ☁️ Saturday will be cold with temperatures topping out in the low 50s, and a weather alert day in effect until 1:00 PM.
• 🥶 By Saturday evening, temperatures will drop into the upper 40s, with a 40% chance of rain.
• 🌦️ Sunday morning will see a cold start in the low 40s with overcast skies and a 20% chance of isolated light rain showers, with rain chances diminishing later in the day.