Dallas is starting Wednesday, April 8, 2026, on a mellow note, waking up to clear skies and mild air in the low 60s (around 61°F). Sunshine should hang around through the afternoon, nudging highs into the upper 70s and close to 80°F. A light breeze out of the southeast will make it feel like an early taste of summer.
Afternoon: Warm Sunshine, Gentle Southeast Winds
According to the NWS Fort Worth, highs will top out near 80°F today, followed by a calm, comfortable evening with lows in the upper 50s. Southeast winds are expected to stay light at about 0–10 mph, and conditions should remain dry through the evening commute. For the official forecast and any updated alerts, check in with the NWS Fort Worth.
Weekend Outlook: Storm Chances Climb
Rain chances begin to creep up on Thursday and Friday. Isolated showers could pop up Thursday, with a better shot at afternoon thunderstorms on Friday. The weather turns more unsettled Saturday night into Sunday, when showers and storms are likely and the chance of rain climbs to about 70%. Gusty winds are possible at times, with gusts around 25 mph. Forecasters caution that multiple rounds of storms into next week could bring strong to severe thunderstorms and localized flooding, so keep an eye on updates from the NWS Fort Worth.
Plan Ahead
If you are banking on outdoor time this weekend, have a backup plan ready and be prepared for sudden heavy downpours and gusty winds. Steer clear of driving through standing water. Large gatherings later this month — like EarthX 2026 — could feel the impact of this developing pattern. Keep tabs on the forecast and move plans indoors if storms start closing in.
