DFW Weather: Storms Friday, Dry Weekend, and Next Alert Day Tuesday

Current Weather and Rainfall Totals

• 🌧️ Lingering rain is expected to wrap up today, with some areas still experiencing light showers or sprinkles.
• 📊 This week has seen significant rainfall, with average totals of 2 to 4 inches across the Dallas-Fort Worth area and North Texas, and nearly 5 inches in Pilot Point.
• ⚡ Stronger thunderstorms have moved southeast of the DFW area, bringing the potential for quarter-sized hail and 50-60 mph winds.

Weekend and Early Next Week Forecast

• ☀️ The weekend is expected to be mostly sunny and dry, with light winds and highs in the mid-70s.
• 🗓️ Monday will also remain dry with slightly increasing clouds, highs near 77 degrees.
• ⚠️ Tuesday has been designated a WFAA weather alert day due to a renewed chance of showers and thunderstorms.

Tuesday's Storm Potential and Rainfall

• ⛈️ The storms on Tuesday are expected to be widespread, with potential for quarter-sized hail and up to 60 mph winds, similar to today's system.
• 💧 North Texas could see an additional 1 to 3 inches of rain on Tuesday.
• 📍 The higher risk for severe weather on Tuesday appears to be in Southeast and Central Texas, but North Texas remains under a lower risk.

Mid-Week and Mother's Day Weekend Outlook

• 🌦️ Wednesday and Thursday may bring scattered rain and a few strong storms.
• 🌸 Mother's Day weekend is currently forecast to be dry and seasonably warm, with highs near 80 degrees.
• 😌 A quieter weather pattern is anticipated for the following week, offering a break from the current severe weather season.