Dallas is rolling into the weekend on the steamy side. Early today, the city woke to clear skies and comfortable low 70s, around 72°F, before a quick warm-up into a toasty afternoon. Temps are expected to top out near 91°F, with south winds of 10-15 mph and gusts up to 30 mph. There is a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms early in the morning, but for most of the day, the sun will rule the sky, with heat and gusty southerly winds as the main issues for anyone outside.
Afternoon Winds Pick Up
This afternoon, the south breeze turns into a more noticeable shove. A steady south flow of 10-15 mph will bring gusts around 30 mph, with some spots seeing locally higher gusts near 35 mph tomorrow. That is enough to shake loose tents, flip umbrellas, and send unsecured patio furniture scooting across the yard, and it can make high-profile vehicles feel less steady on exposed stretches of highway. Overnight lows will stay muggy in the low to mid 70s, so there will not be much of a cooldown after sunset.
Storm Chances Return Sunday Into Next Week
Rain starts to creep back into the picture tomorrow, with a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms that grows through next Monday. By next Tuesday, rain and storms will become more widespread. The best odds for showers and thunderstorms arrive next Tuesday into next Wednesday, and some storms could turn strong to severe with damaging winds and large hail, according to the NWS Fort Worth. Tomorrow, the heat index could push into the upper 90s, so outdoor time will feel even hotter than the thermometer suggests.
Plan Ahead
If you have outdoor events lined up between Sunday, May 17, and Wednesday, May 20, treat the weather like a guest that might misbehave. Secure canopies, inflatables, and lightweight gear, and have a quick backup plan to move everything indoors if storms pop up. Stay hydrated during afternoon activities, and keep weather alerts on, since stronger gusts and sudden downpours can show up with little warning.
