Dallas rolled into today under a warm blanket of fog and mist, with temperatures hovering near 71°F and air thick enough to slow down the early commute. Skies are expected to stay mostly cloudy through the day, with highs climbing to around 88°F. South-southeast winds will increase to 10-15 mph, with gusts close to 25 mph. There is only a slight chance of a morning shower or an isolated thunderstorm, but the rest of the week looks a lot more active.
Morning Fog And Commute
Patchy fog and mist this morning, with some reports putting visibility near 5 miles, could make for tricky driving on surface streets and slick spots on bridges. Conditions should gradually improve by mid-morning. According to the National Weather Service Fort Worth, dew points are holding near 70°F and humidity is high, so pockets of low clouds and mist may hang around through much of the commute. If you are heading out, build in a little extra travel time and stick with low-beam headlights when visibility drops.
Afternoon Winds Pick Up
By afternoon, temperatures will push up to around 88°F while south-southeast winds settle in at 10-15 mph with gusts near 25 mph. That combination will make it feel even warmer and can send unsecured outdoor items tumbling across yards and parking lots. High-profile vehicles should use extra caution on exposed stretches of road, and light outdoor setups like canopies and umbrellas should be tied down. Most areas should stay dry, but a brief, wind-driven downpour cannot be ruled out and could quickly cut visibility.
Storms This Week
Rain and thunderstorm chances ramp up later in the week, with the highest odds and heavier showers expected from Tuesday through Friday as a slow-moving front and several disturbances slide across North Texas. An earlier storm lineup preview outlined the same active pattern and its potential timing. When storms do arrive later in the week, they could be heavy at times and bring gusty winds and localized downpours, so updated advisories will be important.
Plan Ahead
For now, the main issues are a slower-than-usual morning commute and gusty afternoon winds, so plan outdoor activities with some flexibility and move events indoors if lightning develops nearby. If storms organize more strongly later in the week, spotter activation and warnings could be requested, and trained weather spotters should be prepared to report hazardous conditions. Stay weather-aware with multiple ways to receive alerts, and if conditions worsen, follow guidance from local officials and take shelter in a sturdy building.
