Texas Braces for Cold Front Bringing Severe Storms and Temperature Drop

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Fort Worth, TX – A strong cold front is set to move through Texas this weekend, bringing a sharp temperature drop and the potential for severe storms.

According to the National Weather Service Fort Worth, a warming trend will continue through Friday and Saturday before the front moves in late Saturday. As the system advances, scattered showers and storms are expected, particularly east of I-35, with some storms potentially reaching severe levels in East Texas.

The Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex will see highs near 70°F on Saturday before dropping to 43°F on Sunday, with overnight lows plunging into the 20s. The Waco/Killeen/Temple area will experience a similar shift, with highs reaching the mid-70s Saturday before cooling into the 40s by Sunday. Breezy conditions are also forecast following the front’s passage.

Residents are advised to stay weather-aware and prepare for possible strong storms Saturday evening. The cold air mass behind the front could bring wind chills near freezing in some areas.

For the latest updates, visit weather.gov/fortworth.

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