This morning in Dallas starts cloudy and muggy, with temperatures sitting in the mid-60s. By the afternoon, though, it will feel like a completely different day: highs are headed for the mid-80s, making this one of the warmest early-week afternoons so far. Strengthening south winds will help crank up the humidity and kick up occasional gusts.
Afternoon Heat And A Windy Ride Home
Southerly winds will increase to around 10–15 mph, with gusts near 25 mph during peak mixing in the afternoon, so the late-day commute may be on the breezy side. Moist air off the Gulf will push humidity higher, and the combination will make it feel noticeably hotter and stickier than recent days. It is a good idea to secure lightweight outdoor items and be ready for gusty crosswinds on high-speed routes.
Storm Chances From Midweek Into The Weekend
The dry stretch holds through tomorrow, but the pattern turns more unsettled in the middle of the week. Shower and thunderstorm chances ramp up Wednesday night (April 1) and again late Friday into Saturday (April 3–4), with the highest odds Wednesday night; a few storms could be strong to severe and may affect evening plans, according to the National Weather Service Fort Worth.
How To Handle The Heat And Prep For Storms
Look for hot, sunny afternoons paired with breezy conditions. Drink plenty of water, use sun protection, and try to shift heavy outdoor chores to the morning hours if possible. Tie down or put away patio furniture and other lightweight yard items that might get tossed around by gusts later today. If heat becomes a broader concern or storms create problems, public libraries and recreation centers can serve as cooling centers; details are listed by the City of Dallas cooling centers.
Behind the late-week front, temperatures should slide back toward seasonal levels by Easter Sunday (April 5), with highs closer to the upper 60s. If you have outdoor events lined up for the evenings of April 1 or April 3, keep an eye on updated forecasts.
