Stormy Weather Expected for Dallas-Fort Worth on Easter Weekend
With strong to severe storms on the horizon for Friday and Easter weekend in Dallas-Fort Worth, when can residents expect the rain to begin? The latest forecast from KXAS-TV (NBC5) indicates that rain chances will begin at about 10% at 2 p.m. and increase to 20% at 3 p.m. Rain chances will remain at that level until 1 a.m. Saturday, when strong to severe storms are expected to impact North Texas.
According to the National Weather Service’s Fort Worth office, storms Friday afternoon will be limited to light showers or sprinkles. The strong storms will develop west of North Texas and slowly track east overnight. The strong to severe storms could produce large hail and damaging winds. Those storms are expected to begin developing around 9 p.m., according to the Weather Service.
Storms and Tornado Watch
The agency also issued a tornado watch until 4 a.m. Saturday for parts of central North Texas. This includes the following counties: Archer, Baylor, Clay, Knox, Wichita, and Wilbarger. The NWS says possible threats include “a couple tornadoes,” as well as scattered large hail and damaging winds.
The weather service also issued a flood watch for Cooke, Montague, Jack, and Young counties from 1 a.m. Saturday through 1 p.m. Sunday. For Saturday’s storms, expect the brunt of it to linger in the morning, with isolated showers expected the rest of the day. Stronger storms are possible again later in the day.
Saturday Night Storms
Saturday night could see more strong to severe storms, along with heavy rain, hail, strong winds, and even a small tornado threat. Those storms are expected to move out of the area by midday Sunday, leaving breezy winds and highs in the 70s. Rain totals this weekend could be up to 3 inches.
Latest Dallas Forecast
Here is the latest forecast from KXAS-TV (NBC5):
FRIDAY: Mainly cloudy, breezy, and warm. A slight chance for a late-day or evening shower. High: 84. Wind: S 15-25 mph with higher gusts.
SATURDAY: Periods of rain and thunderstorms likely. Heavy rain and strong storms are possible. Mostly cloudy. Low: 60. High: 78. Wind: SE 10-15 mph.
SUNDAY: A 40% chance of showers and thunderstorms, ending before noon. Clearing and breezy for the afternoon. Low: 54. High: 75. Wind: W 10-15 mph.
MONDAY: Mostly sunny and pleasant. Low: 59. High: 80. Wind: SE 10-15 mph.
TUESDAY: Partly cloudy and warm with a 20% chance of a thunderstorm. Low: 63. High: 83. Wind: SE 10-15 mph.
WEDNESDAY: Mostly cloudy and warm with a 60% chance of showers and storms. Low: 62. High: 80. Wind: SE 10-15 mph.
THURSDAY: Mostly cloudy with a 40% chance of showers and thunderstorms. Low: 64. High: 79. Wind: SE 10-15 mph.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the stormy weather expected for Dallas-Fort Worth on Easter weekend is likely to bring strong to severe storms, large hail, damaging winds, and even a small tornado threat. Residents are advised to stay informed and up-to-date with the latest forecast and weather warnings.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: When can residents expect the rain to begin?
A: Rain chances will begin at about 10% at 2 p.m. and increase to 20% at 3 p.m. on Friday.
Q: What are the possible threats from the storms?
A: The possible threats include “a couple tornadoes,” as well as scattered large hail and damaging winds.
Q: Which counties are under a tornado watch?
A: The following counties are under a tornado watch: Archer, Baylor, Clay, Knox, Wichita, and Wilbarger.
Q: How much rain can be expected this weekend?
A: Rain totals this weekend could be up to 3 inches.
