Weekend Weather Forecast: Stormy Saturday with Hail Chances
The upcoming weekend in the Dallas-Fort Worth area is set to be particularly soggy, with rain expected to start as early as Friday night. Storm systems moving through the region are likely to carry potential for hail and localized flooding, particularly in the northeast areas.
The Saturday Forecast: Rain and Hail
Timeline of Events:
- A 90% chance of rain begins late Friday, persisting into Saturday.
- Storms are anticipated to initiate in the western region around 1 a.m.
- By 3 a.m., these storms should reach the Metroplex, continuing until approximately noon.
The primary concern for the early hours of Saturday is hail, with sizes potentially reaching that of ping pong balls and winds gusting up to 55 miles per hour. A few light rain showers may linger into Saturday night, especially to the north and northwest.
A flood watch has also been issued for the eastern parts of the Dallas-Fort Worth area until 7 a.m. on Sunday due to anticipated heavy rainfall.
This weekend will remain breezy and cool, with daytime temperatures only reaching the upper 50s.
Sunday’s Outlook: Chilly Temperatures Expected
On Sunday, the morning will begin with cool temperatures ranging from the upper 30s to low 40s. As winds begin to settle, forecasted high temperatures will peak around 54 degrees.
7-Day Extended Forecast
As we move through the week, temperatures are expected to rise significantly, potentially reaching the 80s by mid-week.
The Source: Information for this forecast has been provided by the FOX 4 Weather team.