Dallas wakes up today to clear skies and low 60s at Love Field, but a quick warm surge is already in play. Highs will jump into the mid-80s today and stay above normal through midweek, before a late Friday cold front finally taps the brakes on the heat.
Afternoon Heat And Gusts
Sunny afternoons are set to drive highs into the mid-80s today, then into the upper 80s to around 90°F tomorrow and Thursday. South to southeast winds will pick up to around 10-15 mph. The windiest stretch is expected on Thursday, when gusts could top 25-30 mph in exposed spots. That combo of heat and wind will make it feel even warmer and could make late afternoon and early evening outdoor plans a bit more chaotic than usual.
Fire Danger And Burn Guidance
Dry air and dropping humidity later this week will crank up the risk of grass fires across North Texas. The forecast discussion from the NWS Fort Worth specifically calls out a “continued threat for grass fires” during the midweek warm-up. If you burn yard debris or use equipment that can throw sparks, officials urge extra caution and suggest postponing any nonessential burning. The Dallas County Fire Marshal notes that winds above 15 mph are a trigger for “NO Burn Days” and that permits are required for permitted outdoor burning.
Friday Front And Weekend Relief
A cold front is expected to roll through on Friday, March 27, shifting winds to the north and trimming several degrees off daytime highs for the weekend. Saturday should feel noticeably cooler, with highs near 70°F and lower humidity, while most of the region is expected to stay dry into early next week. Outdoor plans late Friday and over the weekend should feel more comfortable, although gusty post-frontal winds are still possible Friday night.
Bottom line: tie down or bring in loose patio furniture, hold off on open burning while winds stay gusty, and keep an eye on the latest NWS forecasts and county burn guidance before tackling outdoor work. For up-to-date watches or advisories, stick with official channels and local fire authority pages throughout the week.
