Weather experts are expecting a “gradual” warmup in North Texas over the next several days that could carry into next week.
The week is kicking off with a chilly start, with meteorologists predicting cool daytime temperatures and below-normal nighttime temperatures across the metroplex.
Daytime temperatures will remain in the high 60s around the metroplex on Monday and rise into the 70s the following day, according to the National Weather Service (NWS) in Fort Worth.
However, overnight temperatures for Tuesday and Wednesday could drop into the 40s in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, 10-15 degrees below typical temperatures in mid-October.
The scenario will flip by midweek, with temperatures expected to rise to above-normal seasonal temperatures. NWS meteorologists predict highs in the 80s and 90s across the region for the remainder of the week into the weekend. Lows will hang around in the 50s and 60s.
Although a cold front is expected to arrive on October 19, it is not anticipated to bring any chances of rain or sustained cool temperatures to the area. This is not welcome news for a region still struggling under drought conditions, as indicated by the U.S. Drought Monitor.
El Niño usually brings more precipitation to North Texas, as previously covered by The Dallas Express. However, drought conditions are expected to persist into next year, with North Texas needing time to recover from what has been an extraordinary moisture deficit.
Burn bans also remain in effect for 129 counties across the state, including Parker, Collin, Denton, and Wise.
“September rainfall was sufficient enough in some areas to begin the fall growing season. However, some vegetation remains dormant or otherwise drought-stressed and is still conducive to fire initiation and spread,” reads an NWS post. “The days of greatest concern will be those that are sunny and warm with low humidity and breezy winds.”
Weather and fire experts advise residents to keep open flames away from dry vegetation and ensure that any coals and embers are extinguished.
