Dallas–Fort Worth, Texas – Arctic air is expected to move into North and Central Texas late this week, raising concerns about wintry travel impacts.
According to the National Weather Service office in Fort Worth, confidence is increasing that a significant intrusion of Arctic air will arrive toward the end of the week, bringing sub-freezing temperatures and the potential for impactful winter precipitation. Forecasters emphasized that details are still being refined, but current projections show a mix of snow, sleet, and/or freezing rain may be possible beginning late Friday.
The National Weather Service advised residents not to panic, but to closely monitor forecasts over the next several days as timing and intensity become clearer. Road conditions could deteriorate at times, particularly overnight Friday into the weekend, when temperatures are expected to remain below freezing in parts of the region.
Officials also encouraged early preparation, including thinking about alternate travel plans for late Friday and the weekend. This may be especially relevant for commuters, students, and workers who rely on major highways across the Dallas–Fort Worth area and surrounding counties.
In addition to travel concerns, the weather service urged Texans to begin planning how to protect the “four P’s”: people, pets, pipes, and plants. Previous Arctic air outbreaks have caused widespread pipe damage and power disruptions across North Texas.
Forecasters stressed that uncertainty remains, but the potential for infrastructure and travel impacts is increasing as the week progresses.
