Dallas-Fort Worth, TX – An active weather period is expected to impact Texas this weekend, with multiple rounds of showers and thunderstorms beginning Friday night and lasting through Sunday morning. Strong to severe storms are possible, bringing large hail, damaging wind gusts, and a low tornado risk.
According to the National Weather Service, the heaviest rainfall is expected in northern Texas, including the Dallas-Fort Worth metro area, with totals ranging from 1.5 to 2.5 inches. Isolated areas north of I-20 could see up to 3-4 inches of rain, creating a risk of minor flooding. The threat for flooding will be highest during periods of heavy rain, especially between Saturday and Sunday morning.
Residents in the impacted regions are advised to monitor the forecast and prepare for potential interruptions to outdoor activities. Officials are urging caution, reminding residents not to drive through water of unknown depth, as even shallow water can be hazardous.
The timing of the storms will vary, with heavy rain expected on Friday night, continuing through Saturday and Sunday morning. Strong to severe storms will likely persist through Saturday, easing somewhat by Sunday afternoon.
