Dallas–Fort Worth starts the week mostly cloudy and warm, with a high near 91°F today — grab a portable misting fan before heading out, and start making plans around Tuesday’s major storm system.
Today’s Setup
Low clouds will blanket the Metroplex through midday before partially clearing, per the National Weather Service Fort Worth. Expect a peak near 91°F with SSE winds at 15 to 20 mph and gusts up to 35 mph — you’ll feel every gust at Klyde Warren Park, along the Trinity River Greenbelt, or anywhere you’re spending extended time outside. Rain chances today sit at just 14%, but with atmospheric moisture running high, an isolated shower can’t be ruled out entirely.
Wind and Fire Danger
Gusty southerly winds combined with warm temperatures elevate fire danger in open areas today. Hold off on any outdoor burning. While you’re thinking about it, run a quick home safety check: keep a fire extinguisher home within reach, test your smoke detector combo pack, and make sure a fire blanket kitchen is stowed near your stove. A well-stocked go bag emergency evacuation kit is smart to have ready any time during North Texas spring season.
Tuesday: Major Storm Day
Clear your Tuesday schedule. Scattered showers and storms are possible as early as 7 AM CT, but activity turns widespread as a cold front pushes into the Metroplex between roughly 1–3 PM CT, according to the National Weather Service. Rain chances reach 85–90% with a quarter to half an inch of rainfall likely and locally heavier totals possible. Storms persist into Tuesday night, though temperatures drop to a much more comfortable 68°F behind the front.
If you’re heading to Wicked (Touring) at Music Hall At Fair Park on Tuesday, May 19, arrive early and check radar before you leave home. Get tickets on SeatGeek if you haven’t locked them in yet.
Events This Week
The Demi Lovato: It’s Not That Deep Tour comes to American Airlines Center on Friday, May 22 — conditions should be improving by then after the front clears through. A Demi Lovato t-shirt or Demi Lovato hat is the perfect look for the show. Find tickets on StubHub before they sell out.
Saturday, May 23 is packed: Pitbull at Dos Equis Pavilion, The HU and Apocalyptica at The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory, and The American Rodeo at Globe Life Field (indoors and rain-proof). Keep a close eye on the Saturday forecast as the week develops — outdoor venues will depend on how quickly the pattern settles.
Skip The Oven Tonight
With 91°F heat outside, skip cooking and keep it cool — a cold Thai noodle salad, a build-your-own wrap bar, or smoothie bowls all work perfectly on a night like this. A high-powered blender makes smoothie bowls a five-minute job. Need ingredients? You can order groceries on Amazon and have everything for tonight’s dinner delivered to your door.
Next Few Days
After the front stalls over Central Texas on Tuesday, the National Weather Service expects daily chances for scattered showers and storms to continue through the rest of the week. The severe weather threat beyond Tuesday appears low, but locally heavy rain remains possible any afternoon. Stay current with the Dallas–Fort Worth weather forecast and browse outdoor gear deals if you need to gear up for a wet week ahead.
