Dallas Weather Update: Severe Storm Risk, Flash Flood Alerts & Hour-by-Hour Forecast

Dallas residents woke up to a noticeable chill this Friday as morning lows dipped into the upper 40s and low 50s after yesterday’s spring-like warmth. Skies are a patchwork of sun and clouds, but the bigger story is the line of fast-moving thunderstorms sliding in from Central Texas. These storms have already produced quarter-size hail and 60 mph wind gusts west of Waco and are tracking toward Hill and Johnson counties south of the metro, keeping the threat of isolated severe weather alive through late afternoon. Expect Dallas–Fort Worth highs to top out near 68 °F ahead of the front. Once the boundary sweeps through this evening, north winds will crank up to 30 mph and temperatures will tumble. Saturday sunrise wind-chill values could slip into the 20s, so plan for a brisk start to the weekend. Afternoon readings rebound only to the mid-50s—right on target for early January—before climbing back into the lower 60s early next week. Rain chances shut down after tonight, and that is bad news for worsening drought conditions now creeping into parts of the Metroplex. With no appreciable moisture in the seven-day outlook, outdoor burn bans may expand and soil moisture will continue to evaporate. Gardeners should delay early planting, and anyone planning weekend runs or bike rides should bundle up for a frosty dawn but enjoy crisp, dry afternoons. Key points for North Texans: • Friday: Scattered strong storms south of I-20, high 68 °F, gusts to 40 mph ahead of front. • Overnight: Front passes, low 38 °F in Dallas, wind-chill mid-20s. • Saturday–Sunday: Sunny, highs 53–56 °F, lows in the 30s. • Next week: Gradual warm-up to mid-60s, no rain in sight. Travelers flying through Dallas Love Field or DFW Airport this evening should monitor flight status for potential wind-related delays. Drivers on I-35 toward Waco and Austin may encounter brief downpours and small hail during the afternoon commute. Stay weather-aware by enabling alerts on your phone and keeping a jacket handy—the first significant cold snap of 2026 has officially arrived in North Texas and it plans to linger through the weekend.