As of 5:35 AM CDT today, Dallas Love Field was already waking up under mostly cloudy skies, with a temperature near 706F. A strong storm system is on track to roll into North Texas later Friday and linger into Saturday, bringing back showers, gusty south winds and the potential for some seriously heavy downpours.
Afternoon Into Saturday
Rain chances start to ramp up after 4 p.m. today, as showers and a chance of thunderstorms increase and spread across the area through the evening and into Friday night. Before the storms settle in, highs are expected to climb into the mid-80s today, then slip back toward the low 70s tomorrow. South winds will run around 10 615 mph, with gusts that could reach up to around 30 mph, making things feel even more unsettled.
Flood And Severe Threat
Some of the storms today until tomorrow could muscle up into strong to severe territory, bringing damaging straight-line winds and isolated large hail. At the same time, heavy rain may trigger urban and small-stream flooding, especially in spots that typically collect water. Rainfall totals of 1 63 inches are likely across the Dallas area, with isolated higher amounts possible northwest of the metroplex, and the flood threat is expected to increase from late Friday into Saturday. According to the National Weather Service Fort Worth, residents in flood-prone neighborhoods should keep a close eye on conditions and be ready for weather that can change in a hurry.
Travel And Safety
Drivers should be prepared for slower commutes tonight and again overnight tomorrow as rain becomes more widespread. If you encounter standing or flowing water, the rule is simple: do not drive through it. Before heading out, check DART service alerts and other local transit updates, and take a moment to secure patio furniture, trash bins, and any loose outdoor items ahead of the gusty winds. If flooding does occur, move to higher ground and stick with the familiar advice: “Turn Around, Don’t Drown.”
What Comes Next
Once the front sweeps through, cooler and drier air will settle tomorrow night. Easter Sunday, April 5, is expected to feel noticeably milder, with highs in the upper 60s to low 70s and more comfortable conditions overall. A short-lived dry stretch is likely early next week before yet another chance of rain shows up later in the week.
