North Texas Easter Weekend Storm Forecast: Hail, Wind, and Heavy Rain Expected

Easter Weekend Weather Alert for North Texas

• ⚠️ WFAA has issued weather alert days for Saturday, Saturday night, and Sunday due to the potential for severe weather.
• 💨 Expect breezy winds and increasing cloud cover over the next 24 hours before rain moves in.

Storm Impacts and Timeline

• ⛈️ The main impacts anticipated are quarter-sized hail and 60 mph wind gusts, though not everyone will experience severe conditions.
• 💧 A significant concern is heavy rainfall, with potential accumulations of one to three inches over the weekend.
• ⚡ The initial severe weather risk is overnight Friday into Saturday morning, with storm development holding off until Friday night.

Weekend Storm Progression

• 🌃 Rain is expected to move into western counties after midnight Friday and spread across areas like Denton, Tarrant, and Parker County.
• 🌦️ Showers and thunderstorms will continue into early Saturday, with a potential lull between 6:00 AM and 9:00 AM.
• 📈 Another batch of strong storms is possible Saturday afternoon and evening, with coverage expanding by Sunday morning.

Sunday and Outdoor Plans

• ⛪ Widespread rain is likely around sunrise on Sunday, but conditions should improve by 9:00 or 10:00 AM.
• 🥚 Outdoor Easter plans, such as egg hunts, are best delayed until midday or the afternoon on Sunday.
• 📱 It is recommended to have a way to receive warnings, such as the WFAA app, to stay prepared.