FORT WORTH, Texas – The first hard freeze of the season grips North and Central Texas this morning, a sharp reminder that fall’s mild nights are over. Crisp, dry air and clear skies set the stage for a dramatic plunge, with thermometers expected to bottom out near 25 degrees before sunrise Monday.
According to the National Weather Service in Fort Worth, a Freeze Warning remains in effect through 9 a.m. Monday for much of the Metroplex and surrounding counties—from Dallas and Denton south toward Waco, Temple, and Stephenville. This is the first widespread freeze event of the season, marking the official end of the growing season across much of North Texas. Residents should cover tender plants, bring pets indoors, and wrap exposed pipes as wind chills dip into the low 20s.
Gusty northwest winds near 25 mph will add bite to the already frigid morning commute, especially along I-35 and Highway 287. Any lingering moisture on bridges or elevated roads may briefly freeze, creating patchy slick spots before rapid warming begins later Monday.
Conditions quickly rebound through Veterans Day, when bright sunshine and a southerly breeze push afternoon highs into the 70s—perfect for parades and outdoor ceremonies. The warmup continues midweek, with highs near 80 by Wednesday before a cooler front edges in next weekend. Still, this early freeze serves as a strong signal that winter is near.
For now, Texas residents are waking to a defining November chill—crisp air, frosty rooftops, and the unmistakable snap of the season’s first true cold morning.
Five-Day Forecast for Fort Worth, TX:
Sun: 59/34 – Sunny; brisk north winds up to 30 mph.
Mon: 56/41 – Sunny; morning freeze, calmer late.
Tue (Veterans Day): 72/53 – Sunny; milder and breezy.
Wed: 79/57 – Bright skies; unseasonably warm afternoon.
Thu: 82/61 – Mostly sunny; warm stretch continues into Friday.
