Light rain is already sliding across Dallas this morning, and temperatures are hanging in the upper 60s, about 68°F at Dallas Love Field, as a muggy and unsettled air mass sets the stage for a stormy day. Showers and thunderstorms are likely through the day, with the most widespread activity expected from late morning into mid-afternoon and some pockets of heavier downpours mixed in.
Afternoon Severe Risk
Forecasters expect the greatest coverage of storms from late morning through the afternoon, with a high near 79°F and roughly a 90% chance of showers and thunderstorms. According to the National Weather Service Fort Worth, a few storms could deliver damaging wind gusts, hail, and heavy downpours capable of producing localized flooding. Earlier this week, the rising risk this week was already on the radar, and local spotter activation may be requested if storms start to organize.
Timing And Travel Tips
Showers and thunderstorms are likely before 1 p.m., with the best chance between about 1 p.m. and 4 p.m., and rounds of rain could linger into the evening. South winds of 10 to 15 mph, with gusts up to 25 mph, will accompany the storms. Sudden heavy rain can quickly cut visibility and cause ponding on roadways, so give yourself extra time for commutes and skip driving through standing water. If you have outdoor plans this afternoon or evening, go ahead and move activities indoors and secure loose items around the yard before the stronger cells roll through.
Looking Ahead
The active, warm pattern is set to hang on into midweek, with additional storm chances Tuesday and Wednesday, and highs in the low to mid 80s early next week. A stronger cold front is possible later in the week, with another round of showers and storms likely on Saturday, before much cooler, drier air settles in for the following weekend.
