North Texas Weather: Rain Timeline and Severe Weather Outlook

Current Rain Activity and Totals

• 🌧️ Blue skies are present in some areas, but most of North Texas has experienced some form of rain today.
• 💧 Rain totals this morning were generally less than a quarter of an inch, with heavier amounts noted near Denton County and Grapevine.
• ⚡ Some heavier rain has pushed east and north, with weakening intensity and less lightning observed.

Storm Movement and Potential Impacts

• 📍 Rain is currently moving over DFW airport, Carrollton, and Irving, with heavier rain from Collin County now over Hunt County.
• ⚠️ A strong storm is over Glenrose with significant lightning, moving north and potentially impacting Tarrant County by early afternoon.
• ⛈️ Isolated storm activity is occurring south of Fort Worth, near Benbrook, Kennedale, and South Arlington, with a developing storm south of Segoville.

Severe Weather Outlook

• 🚨 A WFAA Weather Alert Day is in effect for the next few hours due to the potential for isolated storms.
• 💥 These storms could contain up to quarter-size hail and 60 mph wind gusts, though brief heavy rain is the most likely scenario.
• ⚠️ There is a level one marginal risk for strong to severe storms, with the higher threat located west of North Texas.

Afternoon and Evening Forecast

• ➡️ Between noon and 3 PM, storms are generally expected to push towards the east.
• ⚡ The afternoon hours (3 PM - 5 PM) have a higher potential for isolated strong storms.
• ☁️ By 5 PM - 6 PM, much of the activity is pushing out, with potential for additional isolated showers or thunderstorms south of DFW.

Extended Forecast and Rainfall Potential

• 🗓️ Additional rounds of rain are possible between now and Sunday, with an estimated inch of rain possible.
• 📈 Some areas could see 1 to 2 inches of rain.
• ☀️ The following week is expected to be drier, with the exception of Tuesday, which may see another round of storms.
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