Good Wednesday morning, North Texas!

A windy cold front pushed through the area early this morning, ushering in cooler and drier air behind it. While there’s no strong Arctic blast on the way, the post-frontal pattern will keep temperatures held down this afternoon – expect highs mostly in the upper 50s to low 60s under mostly sunny skies. (Some spots west of I-35 could nudge a bit higher, but the breeze will make it feel crisper.)

Winds will stay gusty out of the north/northeast at 15-25 mph, with frequent gusts over 30 mph (possibly up to 35 mph in open areas) through the afternoon. Hold onto those hats and secure any loose items outdoors.

These strong, dry northerly winds are combining with low humidity (dropping into the 20-30% range, especially west of I-35) to elevate fire danger across much of the region – particularly in the Big Country, our western counties, and rural areas with dry grasses. Any outdoor burning is strongly discouraged today – check local burn bans and avoid anything that could spark. Better safe than sorry with these conditions.

Tonight turns noticeably colder under clearing skies, with lows dipping into the low to mid-30s – most of North Texas will start Thursday at or below freezing for a light freeze.

Thursday brings a welcome rebound: Bright sunshine dominates, and milder southerly winds return. Highs will vary across the area – upper 50s east of DFW, climbing into the low to mid-60s (and near 70° possible) west of DFW. A beautiful day ahead.

Then, another cold front arrives Friday, setting us up for a cool, dry weekend. Highs stay in the mid-50s both Saturday and Sunday, with mostly sunny to partly cloudy skies and no precipitation in sight. Overnight lows will flirt with freezing again Friday and Saturday nights. -William

Good Wednesday morning, North Texas!

We’re kicking off the day with a pleasantly mild pattern across the region. Expect a nice mix of sunshine and clouds this afternoon, with thicker cloud cover building across our southern counties. A few isolated sprinkles can’t be ruled out down there, but most spots stay dry. High temperatures will climb into the 60s area-wide, boosted by a gentle southwest breeze – perfect for getting outside without needing a heavy coat.

Turning to Wednesday: A gusty cold front pushes through early in the day, shifting winds to a brisk northerly direction with gusts over 30 mph possible (and potentially higher in spots). Highs will be a bit cooler, ranging from the 50s in some northern areas to the 60s farther south. This is a winter cold front, but it won’t deliver a deep chill – thanks to the dry air mass behind it, temperatures rebound fairly quickly.

Those strong winds combined with dry, dormant grasses mean we’ll need to keep an eye on grass fire concerns. Conditions are ripe for fast-moving fires if any sparks occur, so avoid outdoor burning, and be cautious with equipment.

Into the extended forecast:

• Thursday looks cool but winds ease.
• Temperatures rebound into the low 60s by Friday, but another weak cold front arrives.
• Highs nudge back down into the 50s for Saturday and Sunday.

Overall, the pattern stays predominantly dry through the next 7-10 days – no major rainmakers on the horizon just yet. That said, longer-range signals (9-12 days out) are hinting at some potential precipitation chances as we head deeper into mid-to-late January. We’ll monitor that closely for any shifts toward more active weather. -William

Happy Sunday, North Texas!

We’re enjoying a classic cool but seasonal January day across the region today. Highs are climbing into the upper 50s to low 60s (think around 58–60° in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex), feeling comfortable for mid-January with light northerly breeze. A stream of high clouds is filtering across the sky.

As the sun sets, temperatures will drop quickly. Expect a chilly night ahead with lows falling into the mid-30s across the Metroplex, while more rural and outlying areas could dip close to or even touch the freezing mark. A light southerly wind will gradually return overnight under fair to partly cloudy skies, helping set the stage for tomorrow.

Monday looks very similar – back to work with the same pattern of high clouds lingering overhead and light southerly winds. Daytime highs should be a notch milder, reaching the low to mid-60s, staying pleasantly above average for this time of year.

The rest of the work week continues the trend: mostly dry conditions with temperatures trending slightly warmer than seasonal normals, generally in the low to mid-60s during the afternoons. No major warm-up or cold snap is on the horizon, just steady, comfortable January weather.

Looking further ahead, the latest data shows the dry stretch persisting through most of the week. That potential rain chance late Friday into Saturday is trending less promising this morning – precipitation probabilities have dropped, so it could stay mostly dry with only a slim shot of showers. We’ll keep an eye on any updates as the models refine.

Have a great Sunday! -William

Happy Friday, North Texas!

We’ll enjoying one more mild, almost spring-like afternoon today before a classic cold front sweeps through later this evening and tonight. Daytime highs will climb into the upper 60s to low 70s across much of the region (think Dallas-Fort Worth area pushing toward 68-71°), with plenty of sunshine mixing in some clouds.

As the front approaches from the north and pushes into our southeastern counties this evening, a few scattered thunderstorms could fire up right ahead of it. While widespread severe weather isn’t expected, a couple of these storms could turn marginally severe – watch for brief gusty winds up to 60 mph and small hail around quarter size. The main threat window is late afternoon through early evening.

Behind the front, expect gusty north winds to really kick up overnight – gusts over 30-40 mph are likely for several hours, making it feel even chillier. Lows will drop into the 30s and 40s by Saturday morning, a noticeable cooldown from recent days.

The weekend looks much cooler and more typical for January, with highs only reaching the mid-50s both Saturday and Sunday under mostly sunny skies. Winds lighten up nicely, staying out of the north but much gentler.

Looking ahead, temperatures will gradually rebound next week. Expect highs climbing back into the 60s next week. Another cold front arrives next Wednesday. The forecast stays dry overall – no meaningful rain chances in sight, which unfortunately continues our ongoing drought concerns in parts of North Texas.

Have a great Friday, everyone! -William

Good Tuesday morning, North Texas!

What a fantastic way to kick off the new year – we’re still riding that unseasonably warm wave across the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex and beyond. With a weak cold front easing through the region today, expect a light northwest breeze to help sweep away some of that lingering humidity, making it feel even more comfortable outdoors.

Skies will stay partly cloudy at times, but plenty of sunshine will push afternoon temperatures into the mid to upper 70s for most spots. My forecast high today is right around 77° – that’s close to the daily record of 79°, which was set back on January 6, 1982. We’re definitely in record-challenging territory, so enjoy this spring-like feel while it lasts.

Wednesday shapes up very similar: partly to mostly cloudy skies as a southeast wind starts to redevelop ahead of the next weather system moving in from the west. Highs will again climb well into the upper 70s (potentially flirting with 78° in the Metroplex), keeping things mild and breezy.

The bigger change arrives late Wednesday night into Thursday, as that storm system brings our next shot at measurable rain. The best chances look to stay north of I-20, with scattered showers possible (maybe a few rumbles of thunder in spots). Rainfall should remain on the light side overall – think 0.10″ to 0.25″ in most areas, though a few lucky (or unlucky, depending on your plans) spots could pick up a bit more locally. South of I-20, many places may stay mostly dry.

By Friday, the cold front sweeps through and finally ushers in a more typical winter feel. Highs drop noticeably into the mid to upper 60s initially, then cooler still over the weekend and into early next week – expect afternoon temperatures mostly in the 50s and lower 60s. Overnight lows will dip into the 30s and 40s, so grab those jackets and light layers.

This cooldown should stick around for a good stretch, with 50s dominating highs into much of next week. No major storms or deep freezes on the horizon yet – just a refreshing return to more seasonal conditions after this unusually toasty start to January.

Good Monday morning, North Texas!

We’re kicking off the week with a classic North Texas winter scene: low gray cloud cover hanging around this morning, along with some patchy fog in spots across the region. Visibility might be a bit reduced early on, so take it easy on the roads if you’re heading out.

The good news? Things improve quickly as we move into the afternoon. Skies will gradually clear to partly sunny conditions, and temperatures are staging a nice rebound. Expect widespread highs in the 70s across the Metroplex, with some spots – especially out in the Big Country (think Graham, Breckenridge and Mineral Wells) – pushing into the low to mid 80s. It’ll feel almost spring-like for early January.

Winds will be noticeable this afternoon, with gusts easily topping 25 mph (and potentially higher in open areas), so hold onto your hats if you’re outside.

Looking ahead, the mild pattern sticks around for Tuesday. Mostly sunny skies, lighter winds, and highs once again climbing into the 70s area-wide. A very comfortable day to get things done outdoors.

The first real chance for rain returns on Thursday, as a weather system moves in. We’re tracking scattered showers and the possibility of a few rumbles of thunder, mainly focused from the Metroplex northward toward the Red River Valley. Farther south and west, chances look lower at this point. Rainfall should stay on the light side – most areas picking up 0.10 to 0.25 inches, with no severe weather expected.

After this stretch of unseasonably mild temperatures, a cool-down arrives heading into the weekend. Highs will drop back into the 60s for Friday through Sunday, feeling more typical for January.

Have a great Monday, everyone -William

Happy Saturday, North Texas!

We’re off to a classic early January morning east of Dallas with those low gray clouds hanging around, but don’t worry – they’re on the move. Expect that overcast layer to gradually lift through the late morning, giving way to a gorgeous afternoon ahead. We’re talking mostly sunny skies, temperatures climbing comfortably into the mid to upper 60s, and a light north breeze keeping things crisp and refreshing.

As we head into Saturday evening, it’ll cool off steadily but stay quite pleasant. Plan for a chilly but not cold evening with temperatures dropping through the 50s under clear to mostly clear skies and those same light winds.

Looking ahead to Sunday: A shift is coming. Mid-level clouds will start increasing through the day as winds turn back around to the south (bringing a touch more moisture and mild air). While it’ll feel a bit milder overall, those thickening clouds will cap our daytime highs mostly in the mid 60s – still above average for early January, but noticeably cloudier than today.

Then we kick off the work week with a nice rebound. Monday through most of Wednesday should bring us back into the 70s – very spring-like for this time of year – with plenty of sunshine and dry conditions. It’s the kind of mild, enjoyable stretch that makes January in North Texas so special.

Our next big weather maker arrives mid to late week. A cold front is forecast to push through late Wednesday into Thursday, bringing our next chance for scattered showers – and possibly a few rumbles of thunder – especially areas near and east of I-35. Keep an eye on updates as we get closer, but right now it looks like a decent shot at some much-needed rainfall.

Happy Friday, North Texas!

We’re kicking off the weekend with another beautifully warm afternoon – expect plenty of sunshine and highs climbing into the mid-70s (around 74-75° in most spots). A weak cold front will slide through this afternoon into the evening, bringing a shift to a fresh northerly breeze, but it won’t feel dramatic during daylight hours.

Tonight cools things down noticeably – lows will settle into the upper 40s to around 50°. It’ll feel chilly but not bitter, with mostly clear skies to start the evening.

Saturday morning could bring a foggy start, especially from the I-35 corridor eastward (think DFW metroplex and points toward East Texas). Low grey clouds and patchy fog are likely in those spots, so take it easy on the roads if you’re heading out early.

Once the sun burns through, skies clear up nicely on Saturday with comfortable highs in the upper 60s (around 68°). A light north wind will keep things crisp and refreshing.

Sunday stays pleasant too – mostly sunny, highs again in the upper 60s (near 67°), perfect for getting outside to enjoy the weekend.

Looking ahead, a nice warming trend takes hold starting Monday. Expect highs jumping back into the mid-70s Monday, then climbing toward the upper 70s (possibly near 78°) by Tuesday. It’ll feel more like spring than early January.

The latest model data still points to our next shot at rain and possible thunderstorms arriving Wednesday into Wednesday night. The better chances look to favor areas from the I-35 corridor eastward, with the highest probabilities overnight Wednesday. Right now it’s looking like a decent but not overwhelming setup – keep an eye on updates as we get closer, since timing can shift.

Have a fantastic Friday and a great weekend, everyone. -William

Happy New Year’s Eve, North Texas! 🎉

The final day of 2025 is shaping up to be a real keeper across the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex and beyond. Expect mostly sunny skies, light winds, and comfortably mild temperatures that make it perfect for any last-minute outdoor plans or evening celebrations.

Highs today will climb into the mid to upper 60s, feeling even nicer under clear blue skies. It’s a beautiful winter day with plenty of sunshine to enjoy – whether you’re out for a walk, running errands, or prepping for tonight.

As we head into the evening and midnight countdown, temperatures will cool gradually into the low to mid 50s early evening, dropping to around 50° by the stroke of midnight. It’ll be chilly but not overly cold – a light jacket or sweater should do the trick for outdoor festivities, with light winds and fair, clear skies overhead. No rain or major weather worries to dampen the party.

Looking ahead to the first week of 2026, the dry trend continues with above-normal temperatures taking hold. Expect highs trending into the 60s early in the week (upper 60s on New Year’s Day) and pushing into the lower 70s by the weekend. Mostly clear to partly cloudy skies, light winds, and no significant rain in sight.

Wishing everyone in North Texas a safe, joyful New Year’s Eve and a fantastic 2026! -William