URGENT UPDATE: A significant cold front swept through North Texas on Thursday, bringing frigid temperatures and wind chills that have plunged into the 20s. Early this morning, temperatures fell below freezing across the region, with Possum Kingdom Lake recording a chilling low of 29 degrees and Dallas at 34 degrees. Wind chill factors have made it feel as cold as the upper teens in some areas, prompting officials to advise residents to dress warmly and limit outdoor exposure.
The aftermath of Thursday’s storm resulted in scattered rain and thunderstorms, leaving some regions with over 1 inch of rainfall, while others saw little to none. As clouds linger throughout the day, travel conditions may be impacted, especially in the Southeast, Mid-Atlantic, and Northeast, where rain is changing to sleet and snow.
Looking ahead, local forecasts indicate a shift in weather patterns this weekend. While isolated showers are possible on Monday, temperatures are expected to remain above freezing, mitigating any concerns of wintry precipitation. Rain chances are low, hovering around 20 to 30 percent.
As we move into Tuesday and Wednesday, a gradual warm-up will bring temperatures back to the 50s on Tuesday and near 60 degrees on Wednesday. A more robust weather system is anticipated to arrive on Thursday, enhancing the potential for widespread rain and thunderstorms.
Residents are encouraged to stay updated on the latest weather developments as conditions may fluctuate throughout the week. Despite the coming warm-up, meteorologists warn that the overall trend will feature more cold days than warm ones, though the weekend is expected to bring calmer weather and near-normal temperatures.
Stay tuned for further updates as this weather story continues to evolve.
