Dallas, Texas – A marginal winter weather pattern may brush parts of Texas late next week, with limited chances for rain and snow hovering near 40 percent across portions of the state. While colder air may dip south at times, the overall setup suggests winter impacts will remain isolated and brief.
According to the National Weather Service and the Climate Prediction Center, Texas lies on the southern edge of a broader winter pattern affecting the central and eastern United States during the 8–14 day period. Precipitation signals remain modest, and temperature trends favor conditions warm enough to keep most precipitation in the form of rain.
North and Central Texas, including Dallas–Fort Worth, Waco, and Abilene, may see occasional rain if systems track far enough south. During overnight or early morning hours, brief rain-snow mixes cannot be ruled out, especially north of I-20, but confidence in any accumulation remains very low.
Farther south, including Austin, San Antonio, Houston, and the Coastal Plain, rain is the most likely outcome, with temperatures expected to stay well above freezing. Any precipitation that does occur is likely to be light to moderate and spread out over several days rather than tied to a single impactful system.
West Texas and the Panhandle could see slightly colder conditions, but moisture availability appears limited, reducing the likelihood of meaningful winter weather.
Because precipitation chances remain limited, widespread travel disruptions are not expected. However, drivers should stay alert for slick spots during early morning hours if temperatures briefly dip.
Residents are encouraged to monitor updated outlooks, but winter weather impacts across Texas are expected to stay minimal. Confidence will improve as the period approaches, and any advisories would be issued only if colder trends strengthen closer to late January.
