North Texas Weather Forecast: Rainy Weekend Ahead
Central Palo Pinto County was under a tornado warning until 6:30 p.m. this evening, according to the National Weather Service.
Shortly after 6:20 p.m., the tornado warning was cleared.
“TAKE COVER NOW!” the warning said. People in the area had been asked to move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building and avoid windows.
D-FW Weather Wise
Severe Thunderstorm Watch
Several counties in the North Texas region are under a severe thunderstorm watch until midnight.
The North Texas counties under watch include Dallas, Denton, Tarrant, Ellis, Hill, Johnson, and a few dozen others.
It’s been a remarkably dry October so far, but this weekend is expected to turn that tide.
Friday started off stormy, with thunder, lightning and 1.25 inches of rain recorded at DFW International Airport. Wind gusts from the early morning storms topped out at about 30 miles per hour.
The possibility of precipitation is highest from 7 p.m. Friday to 6 a.m. Saturday, with storm chances expected to linger through Sunday morning.
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Rainfall and Flooding
In that time, about 2.5 inches of rain are expected to fall in Dallas County. A flood watch has been issued for much of North Texas, with up to 5 inches of precipitation possible.
Precipitation totals were initially higher for much of North Texas, but the weather service said Friday morning that the storm system has sped up. That increased speed will give the clouds less time to dump water on Dallas-Fort Worth, potentially limiting the flooding risk.
The watch warns that excessive runoff could lead to flooding in rivers, creeks, streams and other low-lying locations. There is also a risk of flooding in urban areas with poor drainage.
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Dallas Weather Forecast
From KXAS-TV (NBC5):
FRIDAY: Variably cloudy with a 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms during the day. 100% chance of showers and storms by Friday night. High: 81. Wind: S 10-20 mph.
SATURDAY: Rain and thunderstorms, especially in the morning. Dry hours around midday, then more showers toward evening. Cool. Low: 61. High: 73. Wind: W 5-10 mph.
SUNDAY: Partly to mostly cloudy and mild. Low: 61. High: 74. Wind: N/S 5-10 mph.
MONDAY: Partly cloudy, breezy and warmer. Low: 62. High: 78. Wind: S 10-20 mph.
TUESDAY: Partly cloudy, breezy and cooler. Low: 59. High: 74. Wind: NW 10-20 mph.
Conclusion
The North Texas region is expected to experience a rainy weekend, with several counties under a severe thunderstorm watch until midnight. The possibility of precipitation is highest from 7 p.m. Friday to 6 a.m. Saturday, with storm chances expected to linger through Sunday morning. It is essential to stay informed and take necessary precautions to ensure safety.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What areas are under a severe thunderstorm watch?
A: Several counties in the North Texas region, including Dallas, Denton, Tarrant, Ellis, Hill, Johnson, and a few dozen others, are under a severe thunderstorm watch until midnight.
Q: How much rain is expected to fall in Dallas County?
A: About 2.5 inches of rain are expected to fall in Dallas County, with a flood watch issued for much of North Texas, with up to 5 inches of precipitation possible.
Q: What is the risk of flooding?
A: The watch warns that excessive runoff could lead to flooding in rivers, creeks, streams and other low-lying locations. There is also a risk of flooding in urban areas with poor drainage.
Q: What is the latest Dallas weather forecast?
A: The latest Dallas weather forecast from KXAS-TV (NBC5) is as follows: FRIDAY: Variably cloudy with a 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms during the day. 100% chance of showers and storms by Friday night. High: 81. Wind: S 10-20 mph. SATURDAY: Rain and thunderstorms, especially in the morning. Dry hours around midday, then more showers toward evening. Cool. Low: 61. High: 73. Wind: W 5-10 mph. SUNDAY: Partly to mostly cloudy and mild. Low: 61. High: 74. Wind: N/S 5-10 mph. MONDAY: Partly cloudy, breezy and warmer. Low: 62. High: 78. Wind: S 10-20 mph. TUESDAY: Partly cloudy, breezy and cooler. Low: 59. High: 74. Wind: NW 10-20 mph.
