Dallas residents should keep their umbrellas close and prepare for potential thunderstorms as the National Weather Service Fort Worth TX has forecasted showers and possible severe weather events for the area. According to the National Weather Service, today will bring a 90% chance of precipitation with new rainfall amounts of less than a tenth of an inch, though higher amounts are possible in thunderstorms.

The thunderstorm activity is expected to extend into the night with chances of both showers and thunderstorms. The forecast calls for steady east-southeast winds at 5 to 10 mph, gusting as high as 20 mph, and there is a 100% chance of precipitation tonight. New rainfall could see amounts between a half and three-quarters of an inch.

Moving into the weekend and next week, residents can expect a brief respite on Friday night and Saturday with clearer skies, before a new round of thunderstorms arrives Sunday into Monday. The Hazardous Weather Outlook report states that thunderstorms are likely again before 8 am Friday with a slight chance of showers between 8 am and 2 pm, and mostly cloudy skies with a high near 69.

Precaution is recommended as the National Weather Service mentions, "The threat for severe weather remains low, but a few strong storms are again possible mainly along/south of I-20. Small hail and strong winds are the primary concerns." Dallas residents should be aware of conditions on Sunday night as well, when there is a 70% chance of both showers and thunderstorms, with windy conditions anticipated.

Overall, the city is facing a tumultuous mix of weather, with sunny days interspersed with periods of thunderstorms and potentially severe weather. The local weather services have not called for spotter activation at this time, indicating no immediate or severe threat. However, it's still advised that Dallas citizens stay vigilant and keep an eye on the forecast as the situation develops.