Weather Forecast for Dallas-Fort Worth Area
Saturday is bringing some slight chances of isolated thunderstorms, according to the weather service. The Dallas-Fort Worth area has a 20% to 30% chance of storms, while areas southeast of the metroplex have 40% to 60% chances of scattered storms.
D-FW narrowly avoided its first 100-degree day of the year on Friday, and temperatures are expected to drop slightly this weekend.
Temperature and Heat Index
While the actual temperature will go down, it likely won’t feel like that due to a soaring heat index. A heat advisory has been issued for Dallas and Tarrant County, as well as for much of North Texas, that lasts until 9 p.m. Saturday.
Heat index values are expected to be as high as 102 in Dallas, while the actual high temperature is only around 96, according to the National Weather Service’s Fort Worth office.
Some areas of North Texas could see feels-like temps of around 108, according to the weather service.
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Latest Dallas Forecast
Via KXAS-TV (NBC5):
SATURDAY: Variably cloudy and very warm. 30% chance for a spotty afternoon shower or thunderstorm. High: 96. Wind: S 10-15 mph.
SUNDAY: Sun, clouds, hot and humid. Low: 77. High: 97. Wind: S 10-15 mph.
MONDAY: Mostly sunny, hot and humid. Low: 79. High: 98. Wind: S 5-10 mph.
TUESDAY: Mostly sunny, hot and humid. Low: 79. High: 99. Wind: S 5-10 mph.
WEDNESDAY: Mostly sunny, hot and humid. Low: 78. High: 101. Wind: SE 5-10 mph.
THURSDAY: Hot with sunshine and a few passing clouds. Low: 80. High: 100. Wind: SE 5-10 mph.
FRIDAY: Hot with sunshine and a few clouds. Low: 80. High: 96. Wind: SE 5-10 mph.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the Dallas-Fort Worth area is expected to experience a hot and humid weekend with slight chances of isolated thunderstorms. The heat index values are expected to be high, making it feel even hotter than the actual temperature. It’s essential to stay hydrated and take necessary precautions to stay safe in the heat.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the chance of storms in the Dallas-Fort Worth area on Saturday?
A: The Dallas-Fort Worth area has a 20% to 30% chance of storms, while areas southeast of the metroplex have 40% to 60% chances of scattered storms.
Q: What is the expected high temperature in Dallas on Saturday?
A: The expected high temperature in Dallas on Saturday is around 96.
Q: What is the heat index value expected to be in Dallas on Saturday?
A: The heat index value is expected to be as high as 102 in Dallas.
Q: Are there any heat advisories issued for the Dallas-Fort Worth area?
A: Yes, a heat advisory has been issued for Dallas and Tarrant County, as well as for much of North Texas, that lasts until 9 p.m. Saturday.
