Dallas, Texas – North Texas drivers along I-35W and I-30 will face summerlike heat through 6 p.m. Saturday, with highs climbing into the mid-80s and running up to 15 degrees above late-February averages.
According to the National Weather Service in Fort Worth, unseasonably warm air will hold firm through the weekend, keeping afternoon temperatures between 80 and 85 degrees across Dallas-Fort Worth, Waco, Temple and Killeen. Sherman and Denison will see upper 70s to near 80, while overnight lows stay mild in the 50s and lower 60s. The prolonged warmth increases fire spread potential along dry grassy areas near I-20 and US-287, especially during peak heating hours.
City crews are not reporting major travel disruptions, but the heat may stress vehicles during extended afternoon drives. Residents are urged to stay hydrated, limit outdoor burning and secure trailer chains to prevent roadside sparks.
By Sunday evening, a weak disturbance could spark isolated showers mainly north of I-20 and along US-75 toward the Red River. Rain chances remain near 20 percent, limiting widespread impacts, but brief downpours could dampen roadways before 9 p.m.
A more active springlike pattern develops beginning Tuesday afternoon. Periodic rain and thunderstorm chances are expected through Thursday, with several rounds possible across the I-35 corridor. While severe weather details remain uncertain, increasing Gulf moisture and daytime heating could fuel stronger storms midweek.
Temperatures will ease back into the 70s next week but remain above normal. Drivers and commuters should monitor updates through early next week as storm timing becomes clearer and additional advisories are issued.
