Arctic air hits North Texas this weekend bringing freezing temps and dangerous wind chills. There is even a chance of snow flurries next week! Stay warm!
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North Texas is preparing for a significant temperature drop as an Arctic cold front sweeps through the region tonight, ushering in several days of hazardous cold weather. Here’s what to expect:
Key Takeaways
- Arctic cold front arrives late Friday night
- Wind chills in the single digits to teens are expected each morning from Sunday through Wednesday
- Light snow flurries are possible late Monday night into Tuesday with little to no accumulation
Weekend Arctic Blast: What you need to know
By sunrise Saturday, temperatures will drop into the mid-30s to low-40s, with wind chills in the mid-20s to low-30s. Saturday will be chilly, with highs only in the 40s, but brisk northerly winds will make it feel much colder.
By Saturday night, temperatures will dip into the mid to low 20s, with wind chills in the single digits early Sunday morning.
Extended period of dangerous cold
Sunday through Tuesday will see bitterly cold mornings and below-freezing temperatures:
- Sunday Morning: Lows in the mid to low 20s, wind chills in the teens.
- Monday Morning: Similar lows, with continued hazardous wind chills.
- Tuesday Morning: Another round of frigid temperatures, with minimal relief until midweek.
Preparations should be made to protect exposed pipes, outdoor plants, and pets. Ensure you have ways to stay warm and minimize time spent outdoors during peak cold periods.
Snow potential early next week
This is not a repeat of February 2021. This is just a typical round of arctic air headed to North Texas. Mornings will be well below freezing and afternoons will be around freezing or a little above it for a few days.
It doesn’t look record cold and doesn’t even look as cold as we were around a year ago when DFW dropped to 11° on January 15, 2024.
A disturbance arriving Monday night could bring light snow flurries to parts of North Texas, with a higher chance of accumulation south of the I-20 corridor and into Central Texas. Snowfall is expected to be dry and fluffy due to the cold temperatures, with accumulations of up to 1/2 inch possible in favored areas.
While travel impacts are unlikely, it’s always good to stay cautious if conditions change.
The cold will ease slightly after Tuesday, with a gradual warming trend expected later in the week. Until then, stay safe and stay warm, North Texas!
