Fort Worth, TX – North Texans should prepare for significant rainfall and potential thunderstorms Friday, with conditions clearing in time for the Veterans Day weekend. Heavy rain and severe weather could impact travel and daily activities, especially along the I-35 corridor.
According to the National Weather Service (NWS) in Fort Worth, Friday’s forecast includes an 80% chance of showers and thunderstorms, with some storms possibly bringing heavy downpours and gusty winds. Highs are expected to reach around 68°F, while steady rain may lead to flash flooding in certain areas. Residents are advised to exercise caution on the roads, particularly in low-lying areas prone to flooding.
Showers will likely continue into Friday night, with a 70% chance of rain and temperatures dropping to the low 50s. The NWS warns that localized flooding may worsen as rainfall accumulates, so residents should monitor updates and avoid traveling through water-covered roadways.
Conditions improve by Saturday, with just a 20% chance of rain early in the day. Skies will clear by the afternoon, making way for pleasant conditions with highs around 70°F. Veterans Day on Sunday promises sunshine and warm temperatures, ideal for outdoor events and activities, as highs rise to the mid-70s across the Dallas-Fort Worth area.
The sunny trend is expected to continue into next week, with Veterans Day seeing a high of 78°F under clear skies. Cooler temperatures will follow at night, with lows in the 50s, making for mild fall weather throughout North Texas.
For residents planning outdoor activities this weekend, especially for Veterans Day, the forecast brings encouraging news. Be prepared for a wet start on Friday, but by Saturday afternoon, clearer skies should make for a pleasant weekend.
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