Fort Worth, Texas – Thunderstorms could slam into Fort Worth by Friday evening, bringing strong winds, heavy rain, and a weekend-long flood threat across North Texas.
According to the National Weather Service in Fort Worth, a 30% chance of severe storms begins after 4 p.m. Friday, with stronger cells expected by 7 p.m. South winds will shift west in the afternoon as rain develops. Some storms may bring damaging wind gusts and brief downpours.
Saturday brings a higher risk. Showers and thunderstorms are likely after 1 p.m., with some producing over an inch of rain and winds up to 25 mph. The NWS warns that isolated flooding is possible in low-lying areas and along busy routes like I-35W and I-20. Residents should avoid driving through high water and monitor weather alerts through the weekend.
Temperatures will peak near 94°F Friday and remain in the low 90s on Saturday before dipping slightly Sunday. Rain chances drop slightly on Sunday but still linger around 20%, especially in the morning.
By Monday, drier conditions return, with mostly sunny skies and highs in the upper 80s. Tuesday and Wednesday look clearer, with highs in the low 80s and cooler overnight lows near 60°F.
5-Day Fort Worth Spring Weather Outlook:
- Saturday: Thunderstorms likely, high near 92°F.
- Sunday: Slight chance of storms, high near 90°F.
- Monday: Partly sunny, high near 89°F.
- Tuesday: Sunny and mild, high near 83°F.
- Wednesday: Continued sun, high near 83°F.
