Sunday, April 26, 2026
Good morning, North Texas. As we begin our Sunday, our community is processing the heavy events of yesterday. Following a day of intense severe weather that tragically claimed two lives, we must once again turn our attention to an atmosphere that remains primed for instability.
The Current Situation
Yesterday evening, a powerful supercell tore through the region, producing large hail, destructive winds, and tornadoes. This loss of life serves as a sobering reminder of the volatile nature of our spring severe weather season. Our thoughts remain with those affected by yesterday’s storms.
Unfortunately, the atmosphere is attempting to “reload” today. While the overall coverage of storms is expected to remain isolated – meaning many areas will stay dry – the environment remains highly conducive to the development of dangerous, discrete supercells.
Today’s Forecast: Hot, Humid, and Volatile
Expect a very warm and breezy afternoon. We are tracking high temperatures in the 80s for most, with the mercury potentially climbing into the 90s across our western counties.
- Wind Conditions: Breezy conditions will persist, with gusts frequently exceeding 20 mph.
- Atmospheric Instability: High humidity levels are fueling the potential for isolated storm development this afternoon and evening.
Severe Weather Outlook
Similar to Saturday, the primary risk is for a few intense, long-lived storms rather than a widespread line of rain. If you are in the path of a storm that develops, it has the potential to be violent.
- Primary Hazards: * Large Hail: Up to the size of tennis balls.
- Damaging Winds: Gusts reaching or exceeding 70 mph.
- Tornadoes: A risk remains for isolated, quick-developing tornadoes.
- Target Area: We are primarily monitoring the region north of I-20 and west of I-35. This includes many of the same communities that faced severe weather yesterday, where the ground is already saturated and debris may be present.
- Timing: Expect the window of greatest concern to be from late this afternoon through the evening hours.
Stay Prepared
Ensure your emergency plan is ready, know where your safe spot is located, and do not let your guard down simply because the sky looks clear.
We will continue to track these developments closely as the day progresses. Stay safe, North Texas. -William