Texas wakes up under mild air and quiet skies, more May than late December.
Windows stay open. Jackets feel optional. This Weather matters because millions prepare for Christmas gatherings and post-holiday travel.
Early conditions across the Dallas–Fort Worth area remain calm and dry. Temperatures climb quickly today, pushing into the low 80s by afternoon. Light southerly winds add to the warm feel, and skies trend sunnier as the day progresses.
Christmas Day continues the unseasonable warmth. Highs reach the low 80s again, setting the stage for easy travel across North Texas. Roads remain dry. Visibility stays clear. No Weather Alerts are posted locally.
Thursday night stays mild with lows in the mid-60s. By Friday, temperatures surge again, peaking near 86 degrees, closer to early fall than the first week of Winter. Travelers heading out Friday should expect smooth conditions, though heat-sensitive travelers may notice warmer cars and busy rest stops.
Saturday, December 27, remains favorable for post-Christmas travel. Highs settle near 82 degrees with mostly sunny skies. Winds stay light. Airports and highways should see Weather-related delays kept to a minimum.
Looking ahead, a noticeable shift arrives late in the weekend. Sunday cools into the low 70s, and by Monday, highs fall into the 40s. Overnight lows drop near freezing early next week, raising the first real freeze and frost concerns of the season. Any lingering moisture could refreeze on bridges and overpasses.
Nationally, heavy rain impacts California while snow continues across the Northeast. Locally, Texas remains quiet—for now.
Five-Day Outlook – Dallas, TX
• Today: Mostly sunny, high near 81°
• Christmas Day: Sunny, high near 82°
• Thursday: Mostly clear, low near 66°
• Friday: Sunny and hot, high near 86°
• Saturday: Mostly sunny, high near 82°
