Dallas, TX – A crisp 33°F greets North Texans this morning, the kind of quiet chill that clings to windshields before sunrise. But by midweek, the region trades frost for warmth as temperatures soar into the 60s under full December sun — a sharp contrast to the early morning cold that’s gripped the city.
The National Weather Service in Dallas/Fort Worth notes a remarkable temperature swing of nearly 35 degrees from early week lows to midweek highs. Monday stays seasonable, near 53°F, but the real warm-up begins Tuesday and Wednesday, when highs push 64°F to 66°F. Calm winds and dry skies will make for ideal outdoor weather, whether for holiday shopping, decorating, or end-of-year travel prep.
By Thursday, the streak of sunshine continues, topping near 67°F, before a subtle shift in wind direction brings cooler air into North Texas Friday. Lows dip into the upper 30s, with daytime highs easing back to the mid-50s heading into the weekend.
Meteorologists say this stretch is a classic early-December warm spell — a brief reprieve before colder air from the north is expected to push back across the Central U.S. by December 13–16, possibly signaling a return to winter-like conditions as the holiday travel season ramps up.
Residents should use the warm, dry days ahead to check heating systems, prep pipes, and wrap outdoor faucets before the next cold snap.
How’s the weather feeling in your neighborhood this morning — still frosty or starting to warm up? Share your photos and updates below.
