Dallas weather: Severe storm threat increases ahead of Tuesday night cold front – Image for illustrative purposes only (Image credits: Unsplash)
Dallas – Heat and humidity have surged back into North Texas at the start of the week, fueling a growing risk of scattered thunderstorms before a cold front sweeps through.[1][2] Temperatures climbed into the mid-80s on Monday amid gusty south winds, setting conditions ripe for severe weather late Tuesday.[3] Forecasters warn that a few storms could pack significant hazards as the front arrives.
Today’s Warm and Windy Setup
Monday brought seasonably warm conditions to the Dallas-Fort Worth area, with highs reaching the mid-to-upper 80s under partly sunny skies.[1] South winds blew at 15 to 25 mph, with gusts up to 35 mph prompting advice to secure outdoor items.[3] Humidity levels rose steadily, priming the atmosphere for instability.
Isolated storms remained possible northwest of the metroplex, though most areas stayed dry.[1] This brief warm spell marked the calm before heightened activity.
Tuesday’s Escalating Risks
The warmest day arrives Tuesday, with highs nearing the low 90s and south-southwest winds around 15 mph gusting to 30 mph.[1][4] A 20 to 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms develops after 4 p.m., peaking between 7 p.m. and 1 a.m.[3] Northeast Texas, including Dallas, sits in the bull’s-eye for the strongest activity…