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Dallas-Fort Worth, TX Weather: Highs Jump 13 Degrees by Thursday Oct 22
Fort Worth, TX – North Texas residents can expect a significant warming trend this week as afternoon temperatures climb from the low 70s Sunday, October 18, into the mid 80s by Thursday, bringing seve
By Evan Cross · 2026-10-18T11:18:08.852Z
Fort Worth, TX – North Texas residents can expect a significant warming trend this week as afternoon temperatures climb from the low 70s Sunday, October 18, into the mid 80s by Thursday, bringing several consecutive days of sunshine across the region.
According to the National Weather Service in Fort Worth, a steady warming pattern will continue throughout the workweek, with temperatures reaching the 80s by Tuesday and climbing even higher Wednesday and Thursday.
Dallas Fort Worth Temperatures Climb 13 Degrees The Dallas Fort Worth metropolitan area is forecast to reach approximately 73 degrees Sunday before temperatures begin steadily increasing.
Monday's high is expected near 77 degrees, followed by 81 degrees Tuesday and 84 degrees Wednesday.
By Thursday, October 22, afternoon temperatures could reach 86 degrees, representing a 13 degree increase from Sunday's forecast high.
Overnight temperatures will also gradually rise, moving from the lower 50s early in the week into the lower 60s by Thursday morning.
Waco, Temple and Killeen Also Warm Up The warming trend will extend southward into Central Texas, including Waco in McLennan County and the Temple Killeen area near the Killeen Temple Fort Cavazos metropolitan region.
High temperatures are expected near 72 degrees Sunday, increasing to 76 Monday and 80 Tuesday.
Wednesday could bring highs near 83 degrees, followed by approximately 85 degrees Thursday.
The National Weather Service expects abundant sunshine throughout the five day period, with no rainfall indicated in the forecast graphic.
The warmer afternoons could affect residents planning outdoor work, exercise or recreational activities, particularly later in the week.
Although temperatures will climb well above Sunday's levels, the forecast does not indicate an extreme heat event.
Residents should monitor updated forecasts as the warming trend continues, especially for changes in afternoon temperatures or precipitation chances.
For local forecasts and additional weather information, visit weather.gov/fwd.