Easter Weekend Weather Forecast
This Easter weekend looks unsettled with rounds of rain and thunderstorms. It won’t rain all the time but be aware that your outdoor plans may need to be altered.
Wettest Time Periods
The wettest time periods for DFW are into early Saturday morning and Saturday night into Sunday morning. During this time, heavy rain and perhaps a few severe storms will be possible. The severe threat includes the chance that some storms will contain gusty winds and hail. The tornado risk is low, but not zero.
Rainfall Expectations
Total rainfall will be around one to two inches, with isolated areas receiving up to three inches.
Flood Watch
A FLOOD WATCH is in effect for Jack, Young, Montague & Cooke counties from 1 a.m. Saturday until 1 p.m. Sunday.
D-FW Weather Wise
Weekend Outlook
The rain will move out of North Texas by Sunday morning with the afternoon being dry and breezy with a return of sunshine.
Next Week’s Forecast
We’ll start next week with mostly sunny and dry conditions. Another series of disturbances will bring rain chances to area by Tuesday night. Next weekend appears dry and warm.
Latest Forecast
INTO THE MORNING: Cloudy with a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Low: 68. Wind: SSE 10-15 mph.
SATURDAY: Mostly cloudy and mild with a chance of showers and thunderstorms. High: 78. Wind: SE 10-15 mph.
EASTER SUNDAY: Mostly cloudy with a 40% chance of showers and storms before 10 am. Breezy with sunshine returning during the afternoon. Low: 62. High: 75. Wind: W 10-15 mph.
MONDAY: Mostly sunny and warm. Low: 54. High: 80. Wind: E 5-10 mph.
TUESDAY: Increasing clouds with a 20% chance of showers and thunderstorms in the evening. Low: 59. High: 83. Wind: SE 10-15 mph.
WEDNESDAY: Mostly cloudy with a 60% chance of showers and thunderstorms. Low: 64. High: 80. Wind: SE 10-15 mph.
THURSDAY: Mostly cloudy with a 60% chance of showers and thunderstorms. Low: 63. High: 79. Wind: SE 10-15 mph.
FRIDAY: Mostly cloudy with a 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms. Low: 64. High: 82. Wind: SE 10-15 mph.
SATURDAY: Partly to mostly cloudy and warm. Low: 65. High: 83. Wind: SE 10-15 mph.
SUNDAY: Partly cloudy and warm. Low: 66. High: 83. Wind: SE 10-15 mph.
MONDAY: Mostly cloudy and warm. Low: 67. High: 83. Wind: S 10-15 mph.
Conclusion
In conclusion, this Easter weekend will be marked by unsettled weather with rounds of rain and thunderstorms. It’s essential to stay updated with the latest forecast to plan your outdoor activities accordingly. With the rain moving out by Sunday morning, the afternoon is expected to be dry and breezy with a return of sunshine. Next week will start with mostly sunny and dry conditions, but another series of disturbances will bring rain chances by Tuesday night.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the expected rainfall for this weekend?
A: Total rainfall will be around one to two inches, with isolated areas receiving up to three inches.
Q: Is there a flood watch in effect?
A: Yes, a FLOOD WATCH is in effect for Jack, Young, Montague & Cooke counties from 1 a.m. Saturday until 1 p.m. Sunday.
Q: What is the tornado risk for this weekend?
A: The tornado risk is low, but not zero.
Q: What is the forecast for next week?
A: We’ll start next week with mostly sunny and dry conditions. Another series of disturbances will bring rain chances to area by Tuesday night. Next weekend appears dry and warm.
