DFW Weekend Weather: Rain Arrives, Followed by Significant Cold Snap

Weekend Rain and Thunderstorms

• 🌧️ Scattered rain is expected to begin Friday night and continue into Saturday, impacting holiday travel and weekend activities.
• ⚡ The forecast includes the possibility of thunderstorms, accompanied by gusty winds and lightning.
• ⚠️ A WFA weather alert has been issued due to the potential for impacts from this weather system.

Cold Air Outbreak

• 🥶 The coldest air of the season will arrive shortly after the rain moves out, bringing a significant temperature drop.
• 🌡️ High temperatures are predicted to fall from the upper 60s on Saturday to the mid-40s by Sunday, continuing into the low 40s early next week.
• 🧊 Sunday morning lows are expected to be in the low to mid-30s, with some locations potentially dropping below freezing.
• 🌬️ Wind chills on Sunday morning will be in the mid-20s, possibly reaching the teens in areas near the Red River.

Travel and Activity Impacts

• ✈️ While no weather-related delays were reported at DFW airport at the time of broadcast, holiday travel could be impacted by the rain and potential thunderstorms, especially for those heading north or towards Houston.
• 🛍️ Weekend shopping and other outdoor activities may also be affected by the incoming weather.
• 🧥 Residents are advised to prepare for both rain and the subsequent cold by grabbing rain gear and heavy coats.

Next Week's Outlook

• ☀️ The weather is expected to be mostly dry next week, but the cold temperatures will persist.
• 📈 A 14-day forecast indicates a sharp cooldown between Saturday and Sunday, with temperatures remaining in the 40s for Monday and Tuesday.
• 🌦️ A slight chance of a shower may occur on Monday, but overall, the period after Saturday's rain is expected to be predominantly dry.