DFW Weather: Storms, Severe Weather Risk, and Weekend Forecast

Storms Approaching North Texas

• ⛈️ A cold front is moving into North Texas, guiding showers and thunderstorms into the DFW area.
• 📍 Heavier rain is currently observed along I-35 between Gainesville and northern Denton County, with lighter showers elsewhere.
• ⚠️ No severe weather watches or warnings are active at the moment.

Timing and Potential Impacts

• ⏰ Storm activity is expected to expand in coverage late morning into the early afternoon, potentially reaching Collin County.
• ⚡ By 10-11 AM, more activity is anticipated in the metroplex, possibly with heavier rain and lightning.
• 💥 Noon into the early afternoon is when a strong or even severe storm is possible, with risks heightened in southeastern counties.

Severe Weather Outlook

• ⚠️ A level one (out of five) risk is present for current activity, mainly heavy rain that could cause flooding.
• 🟡 A level two (slight risk) for severe weather includes the potential for one or two severe showers or thunderstorms.
• 💨 Main concerns for severe storms include up to quarter-sized hail and 60 mph wind gusts.
• 🌪️ A very low tornado threat exists for southeastern counties this afternoon and evening.

Temperature and Rainfall

• 🌡️ Temperatures are in the mid-60s currently, with humidity fueling the storms.
• 🌧️ Record rainfall occurred on Wednesday, so additional rain could exacerbate flood concerns.
• 📈 Rain coverage is expected to peak between 1 PM and 5 PM, with about 60% coverage.
• ☀️ Following the front, drier and cooler air will move in, leading to a beautiful weekend with sunshine and highs in the 70s, lows in the 50s.

Next Alert Day

• 🗓️ Tuesday of next week is designated as the next WFAA Weather Alert Day due to the potential for strong to severe storms.