A brisk cold front is pushing eastward across North Texas Tuesday, swapping thunderstorms for cooler, windier conditions.
Key points
- The cold front will clear most overnight storms but rain will linger south and east of the Metroplex into late morning.
- Temperatures will fall to the upper 50s‑low 60s behind the front, with highs only reaching the low 70s.
- Northwest winds of about 25 mph and occasional higher gusts are expected as the front moves through.
A cold front advancing east‑southeast across the Dallas‑Fort Worth Metroplex on Tuesday morning is expected to end the overnight storm activity that plagued much of the region, ushering in gusty winds and cooler air.
Despite the front’s progress, rain and lightning continue to train over the same spots south and east of the Metroplex, keeping localized flooding a concern from Athens to Cayuga and Fairfield, with light to moderate rain also lingering east of Canton.
Front Clears Overnight Storms
Temperatures behind the boundary are sitting in the upper 50s to low 60s, a sharp drop from the upper 60s‑low 70s ahead of the front and a notable decline from Monday’s 85 °F high; afternoon highs are projected to reach the upper 60s to low 70s.
Northwest winds are forecast at around 25 mph with higher gusts possible, while an upper‑level low‑pressure system will bring additional cloud cover later Tuesday afternoon, especially near the Red River.
Rain and Flood Risks Persist South of Metroplex
Looking ahead, Wednesday morning lows are expected in the 40s‑50s with pleasant low‑70s highs, Thursday will see mid‑to‑upper 70s before a dry front arrives Thursday night, and Friday through Monday should remain near normal with cool mornings and no significant rain.
Reader questions
When is the rain expected to clear from the Metroplex?
Most areas should see dry conditions by late Tuesday morning, though spots south and east of the Metroplex may continue to experience rain into the afternoon.
What temperatures can residents expect today?
Temperatures are projected in the upper 50s to low 60s behind the front, with afternoon highs climbing to the upper 60s or low 70s.
Source: fox4news.com
