Record-Breaking Cold in DFW: A New Low of 12 Degrees
A Brand New Record Low
A brand new record low has occurred in the Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) region, with temperatures plummeting to a chilly 12 degrees this morning. This marks a significant drop from the previous record low of 19 degrees set back in 1939.
Related: Another Round of "Very Cold Weather" Friday Before a Weekend Warmup
As the cold snap continues, it’s essential to stay informed about the weather forecast. According to the latest updates, another round of "very cold weather" is expected on Friday, with temperatures expected to remain quite cold across North Texas throughout the night. The good news is that the weekend will bring a gradual warm-up, with Saturday highs reaching the upper 40s and Sunday reaching a balmy 60 degrees.
The Weekend Outlook
The weekend will be marked by increasing clouds and returning moisture, with low temperatures not expected to climb out of the 20s until the end of the weekend. However, Friday will feature more clouds, with afternoon temperatures expected to rise above freezing into the mid-30s.
The Week Ahead
As the week progresses, temperatures will continue to rise, with highs expected to reach the 70s from Monday to Wednesday.
Latest Forecast
Here’s a breakdown of the latest forecast:
- Tonight: Partly cloudy, with a low of 21 degrees and a gentle east wind of 5-10 mph.
- Friday: Mostly cloudy and chilly, with a low of 21 degrees and a high of 37 degrees, with a gentle east wind of 5-10 mph.
- Saturday: Mostly cloudy and cool, with a late-day shower possible, and a low of 27 degrees, high of 48 degrees, with a southeast wind of 5-10 mph.
- Sunday: Sun and clouds, milder, with a low of 35 degrees, high of 62 degrees, with a southwest wind of 5-10 mph.
- Monday: Much milder, with a mix of clouds and sunshine, a low of 43 degrees, high of 73 degrees, with a southwest wind of 5-10 mph.
- Tuesday: Plenty of sunshine and warm, with a low of 48 degrees, high of 76 degrees, with a southwest wind of 5-10 mph.
- Wednesday: Partly cloudy and warm, with a low of 52 degrees, high of 73 degrees, with a southwest wind of 10-15 mph.
- Thursday: Partly cloudy and mild, with a low of 48 degrees, high of 68 degrees, with a north wind of 10-15 mph.
- Friday: Partly cloudy and mild, with a low of 46 degrees, high of 70 degrees, with a south wind of 10-15 mph.
- Saturday: Mostly cloudy and mild, with a low of 48 degrees, high of 70 degrees, with a south wind of 10-15 mph.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What is the current temperature in DFW?
A: The current temperature in DFW is 12 degrees.
Q: What is the forecast for the weekend?
A: The weekend will bring a gradual warm-up, with Saturday highs reaching the upper 40s and Sunday reaching 60 degrees.
Q: What is the expected temperature range for the week ahead?
A: Temperatures are expected to range from the 20s to the 70s throughout the week.
Q: Is it necessary to take precautions due to the cold weather?
A: Yes, it is essential to take precautions, such as dripping faucets and protecting pipes, as temperatures are expected to remain quite cold across North Texas.
