This morning got off to a soggy and stormy start across the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex and much of North Texas. A heavy line of thunderstorms, fueled by deep Gulf moisture, rolled through between roughly 4 AM and 10 AM. Widespread 2–3 inch rainfall totals were common from Dallas and Fort Worth eastward through Rockwall, Kaufman, and Hunt counties. Some of the heaviest rain set up over eastern Collin County (Anna, Melissa, Princeton, and Farmersville areas), where radar estimates and early gauge reports indicate isolated pockets of 5–6 inches fell in just a few hours. Numerous roads were underwater, including parts of US-75, SH-121, and several low-water crossings in Collin and Grayson counties. The National Weather Service issued multiple Flash Flood Warnings for the entire DFW area, and several school districts delayed opening or switched to remote learning.
This Afternoon & Evening
Scattered to numerous showers and thunderstorms will continue to develop and expand in coverage through the afternoon and early evening hours. An additional 1–3 inches of rain is possible in the areas that train repeatedly, especially along and east of I-35E/I-35W corridor. The atmosphere remains very moist and marginally unstable, so an isolated strong to severe storm cannot be ruled out. The main threats with any severe cell would be quarter-size hail (1″ diameter) and damaging wind gusts up to 60 mph. Tornado risk appears very low. However, the primary concern continues to be heavy rainfall and renewed localized flash flooding, particularly in urban areas with poor drainage and locations that have already received several inches this morning.
Tonight into Friday
Rain coverage will gradually diminish from west to east after sunset as drier air begins filtering in behind the front. Most locations should be dry by midnight or shortly after. Lingering low clouds and areas of fog are possible overnight, with lows in the upper 50s to low 60s.
Friday looks pleasant with partly to mostly sunny skies, lighter winds, and highs in the mid-to-upper 70s. A fantastic day to dry out.
Quick Impact Summary
- Travel: Allow extra time this afternoon; avoid driving through flooded roadways (“Turn Around, Don’t Drown”).
- Outdoor plans: Postpone if possible until Friday.
- Weekend preview: Dry and seasonable Saturday, with another chance of showers returning late Sunday into Monday.
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