Dallas–Fort Worth is facing a 91°F day with a 50% chance of scattered severe thunderstorms this afternoon and evening, with very large hail (3+ inches) and damaging winds as the main threats—and isolated tornadoes remain possible.
Here’s what you need to know:
Today’s Severe Weather Timeline
A few isolated severe storms have already developed this morning across our northwest and Red River counties, mainly capable of producing large hail. However, the main severe weather event arrives this afternoon and evening along a sagging cold front—the National Weather Service forecasters expect this activity to spread from the Red River southward, with the I-35 corridor well within the threat zone. This means Arlington, Irving, Fort Worth, and communities toward the DFW Airport are all at risk.
If you’re heading out before 10 AM CT, you’re relatively safe. After 10 AM, conditions deteriorate quickly. By late afternoon (3–7 PM CT), severe storms could impact your commute home, so keep your phone charged and stay weather-aware. A battery backup phone charger is smart to have handy today.
What This Means for Your Plans
Sports & Events: The Texas Rangers vs. New York Yankees at Globe Life Field and the Dallas Stars’ First Round playoff game (Wild) at American Airlines Center are both indoors, so you’re protected. However, if you’re tailgating before the games, set up early (before 2 PM CT) and bring a portable propane grill and rolling cooler with wheels so you can pack up quickly if storms approach. Grab Official team gear on Fanatics to show your colors rain or shine.
For tonight’s Ari Lennox - The Vacancy Tour at The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory, storms should be clearing by showtime (around 7–8 PM CT), though conditions will remain wet and cool (62°F). You can still grab Find tickets on StubHub if you haven’t already.
Outdoor Work: Skip lawn mowing, yard work, and any outdoor projects today—the combination of heat, humidity (heat index near 99°F), and severe storm risk makes it unsafe. Wait until Wednesday morning when conditions calm down.
Fishing & Golf: Not recommended today. The National Weather Service warns of damaging winds and large hail; golf courses and lakeside spots will be too dangerous.
Tonight & Wednesday Outlook
Storms continue tonight with a 60% chance of showers and thunderstorms—some severe—between 7–10 PM CT, then scattered activity through 4 AM CT. Rainfall could reach 1 inch in some spots. Wednesday turns much nicer: cloudy, cooler (74°F), and mostly dry with only a 15% rain chance. This is your window to catch up on outdoor chores and enjoy parks like Fair Park or White Rock Lake.
Stay Safe & Stay Cool
During severe weather, move away from windows, avoid driving through flooded roads, and keep your family in an interior room away from exterior walls. Heat index values near 99°F today also pose a risk—drink plenty of water and take breaks in air conditioning.
Dinner Suggestion
It’s too hot to cook today. Whip up a high-powered blender smoothie bowl with frozen fruit, yogurt, and granola—refreshing and ready in minutes. Or build a cold wrap bar with deli turkey, hummus, and fresh veggies. Keep an insulated tumbler 30oz filled with ice water nearby. Need ingredients? You can order groceries on Amazon Fresh and have everything for tonight’s dinner delivered to your door.
Looking Ahead
Thursday and Friday bring widespread showers and thunderstorms with heavy rainfall potential (2–4 inches possible in some areas). By the weekend, conditions improve. Check back tomorrow for updates on the extended Dallas–Fort Worth weather forecast.
