DFW Weather: Storm Forecast and Severe Weather Outlook for North Texas

Storms and Cold Front Impact

• 🌧️ North Texas is experiencing rain as a cold front pushes through, which will linger and keep rain in the area for several days.
• ⚠️ The potential for severe weather begins tonight, with storms expected to pick up speed and move into Hunt and Rockwall Counties.

Severe Weather Alert Days

• 🗓️ WFAA Weather Alert Days have been issued for Thursday, Friday, and Saturday due to the severe weather potential.
• 📍 The most significant severe weather threat is concentrated east of North Texas, with areas south of Interstate 20 expected to see less impact.

Potential Hazards and Timing

• 🧊 Quarter-sized hail is possible Thursday morning, with a worst-case scenario of golf ball-sized hail and 60+ mph wind gusts.
• 🌪️ There is a low tornado threat on Thursday and Friday mornings.
• 🌊 A heavy rain threat arrives Friday into Saturday, bringing a flood risk due to potentially 2 to 3 inches of accumulated rain.

Detailed Severe Weather Outlook

• ⚡ Thursday morning (2 AM - 8 AM) is under an enhanced risk (Level 3 of 5), with storms primarily affecting areas north of Dallas and moving east.
• 🌦️ Friday morning (6 AM - Noon) has a slight risk (Level 2 of 5), with scattered showers expected throughout the day, especially in eastern counties.
• ⚠️ Saturday morning presents the last wave of potential strong storms, increasing the flood risk due to accumulated rainfall.

Weather Outlook for Next Week

• ☀️ By Saturday afternoon, conditions are expected to dry out, with a high of 58°F on Sunday.
• ✅ The following week looks drier and calmer, with highs in the 60s on Monday.