Today, Dallas woke to partly cloudy skies and temperatures in the mid-50s, sitting at about 54°F around 5:40 a.m. CST. A cold front is set to sweep through late this morning into early afternoon, flipping winds to the northwest and turning the afternoon noticeably breezier than recent days.
Afternoon Winds Pick Up
Temperatures should still climb to a high near 64°F, but the real story comes behind the front, as northwest winds ramp up with sustained speeds up to 15 mph and gusts reaching roughly 30 mph this afternoon. The National Weather Service Fort Worth notes those gusts could briefly spike higher in more exposed spots, so unsecured outdoor items might go flying and high-profile vehicles should use extra caution. The blustery conditions are expected to ease after sunset as winds back off into the evening.
Weekend Temps And Next Week
Tonight will turn much cooler with lows dropping into the upper 30s, and Sunday is on track to be mostly sunny with a high near 60°F. From there, a steady warm-up kicks in next week, with highs rising into the low 70s on Tuesday and approaching the low 80s by Wednesday. Local reporting by The Dallas Morning News underscores that midweek jump and flags an elevated fire-weather concern in some western parts of North Texas as drier air moves in.
What To Expect For Your Commute
For the afternoon drive, expect gusty crosswinds on elevated roadways and around high-profile vehicles, and count on a good shove from the wind if you are biking or walking. Secure loose items before heading out. Temperatures tumble after sunset with tonight’s low around 37°F, so plan on a light jacket for any evening plans. No spotter activation or new watches are anticipated for the Metroplex, but if you have outdoor activities lined up in the windiest neighborhoods, it is worth keeping an eye on updates.
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