Today, Dallas rolled under a blanket of clouds and swampy morning air, with temperatures near 75°F and dew points in the low 70s that make it feel instantly sticky. Scattered showers and a few thunderstorms are expected to bubble up this morning and keep firing on and off through Sunday, bringing frequent lightning, brief heavy downpours, and gusty winds.
Forecasters at the National Weather Service Fort Worth say highs will land in the mid 80s to around 90°F this weekend, roughly 87°F today and near 90°F on Sunday, while rain chances climb to about 40 to 70 percent during the peak afternoon heating window. Any stronger storm could toss down small hail and kick out gusty outflow winds, and repeated cells may drop a few tenths of an inch of rain in short bursts, creating pockets of localized flooding.
Afternoon Storms Could Slow Your Commute
Storm coverage should peak in the late afternoon and early evening each day, just in time to tangle with rush hour. Sudden downpours could slow traffic and briefly flood low-lying streets, so plan for extra brake lights. Our Hoodline post on Tuesday walked through the same pop-up storm pattern and the accompanying steam-room feel. If you have outdoor plans, keep a backup indoor option in your pocket and keep an eye on the radar for quick changes.
Weekend Outlook And Heat Next Week
Showers and thunderstorms are most likely tomorrow, with new rainfall amounts generally around a quarter to a half inch where storms repeatedly track over the same spots. Next Sunday is the day to watch for stronger gusts, with winds up to about 25 mph in more exposed areas. A drying trend settles in next week as a ridge builds, pushing temperatures into the mid to upper 90s from next Monday through next Thursday and delivering the first real run of heat this summer. By midweek, heat-index values could top 100°F.
What To Do
Line up an indoor backup for any outdoor plans, secure loose patio furniture before storms blow through, and give yourself extra time for the late-day commute. If you are sensitive to heat, remember that city recreation centers and libraries can offer relief during the hotter, drier stretch. Keep an eye on the National Weather Service for any updates and alerts as the pattern shifts from stormy to just plain hot.
