TEXAS — A prolonged stretch of dry and increasingly warm weather is settling across Texas, with major cities like Dallas, Fort Worth, Austin, and San Antonio expected to go at least another one to two weeks without meaningful rainfall.
Forecasters say the pattern will likely hold until the end of March, with better rain chances not arriving until late in the month or even early April.
Dry Pattern Expands Across North and Central Texas
Weather models show a dominant dry pattern covering much of the state, including:
- Dallas–Fort Worth Metroplex
- Central Texas including Austin
- South-Central Texas including San Antonio
This setup is expected to bring:
- Continued lack of rainfall
- Increasingly dry ground conditions
- A steady buildup of warmth
The absence of storm systems means little to no relief in the short term.
Warmer Temperatures Building Across the State
In addition to the dry conditions, temperatures are expected to trend warmer, with some areas potentially feeling more like late spring than March.
Meteorologists note that:
- Above-average temperatures are likely
- Warm afternoons could become more frequent
- Heat may build further as the dry air persists
This combination of warmth and dryness could accelerate drying across soils and vegetation.
Rain Chances Likely Delayed Until End of Month
Forecast outlooks suggest that meaningful rain is unlikely until:
- Late March
- Possibly into the first week of April
At that point, a shift in the weather pattern could bring:
- Returning storm systems
- Increased moisture
- More widespread rainfall
Early projections even indicate a 40% chance of above-normal precipitation once the pattern changes.
Storm Season Could Ramp Up in April and May
Meteorologists emphasize that the delayed rain does not mean a quiet spring overall…