Texas – Warm, humid air clings to North Texas before dawn, leaving pavement damp and streetlights haloed as early travelers start planning their Thanksgiving week drives. The air feels heavy, almost tropical, and that hint of instability signals storms that could disrupt travel later today and through Thursday. Residents should prepare for sudden downpours, secure outdoor decorations, and keep devices charged in case lightning delays affect airports or highways.
According to the National Weather Service Fort Worth office, moisture surging from the Gulf powers a storm window building from this morning through late Wednesday. Winds rise from the south and pull temperatures into the upper 80s. That warmth fuels clusters of showers and thunderstorms mid-afternoon. Some storms may produce brief heavy rain pockets along I-35 and I-20, slowing traffic during peak travel hours.
According to forecasters, Wednesday brings the most active stretch. A stronger upper disturbance approaches from the west. Storms may repeatedly form and drift across Tarrant, Parker, and Johnson counties. Lightning, gusty winds, and rapid low-visibility bursts could disrupt early Thanksgiving flights at DFW and Meacham. Rainfall totals stay modest, yet localized ponding may still occur near low-lying intersections.
According to early model trends, Thursday shifts toward steadier showers. Cooler air begins filtering into far North Texas late in the day. While no wintry precipitation is expected, this cooling marks a subtle Winter Tease that hints at stronger fronts next week. Travelers heading north toward Oklahoma should monitor changing conditions because temperatures fall quickly after sunset.
For the upcoming weekend, drier air returns. Skies brighten, and highs relax into the 60s. Holiday decorators and early shoppers get several comfortable windows before a sharper cool down possible early next week.
Five-Day Forecast for Fort Worth, TX:
Tue: 88/66 – Sunny start; storms build late; brief heavy rain pockets.
Wed: 84/67 – Repeated storms; travel delays possible on I-35 and at DFW.
Thu: 74/60 – Showers; cooler trend late; Winter Tease north of the metro.
Fri: 75/50 – Mostly sunny; brisk northwest breeze.
Sat: 68/49 – Partly cloudy; mild for holiday shopping and decorating.
