DFW’s Summer 2026 one of the hottest & driest ever
This afternoon, there is a chance for very isolated showers and thunderstorms, primarily across the Big County region. The main hazard with any storm that can form is gusty winds and frequent lightning. Otherwise, temperatures will peak in the mid 90s again today, with heat indices in the 94-101 range.
Above-average temperatures and dry conditions will continue into this weekend for most in the region. More widespread chances for precipitation arrive on Sunday as an unsettled pattern enters the region. Highs will remain in the mid-90s, still 5-10 degrees above our normal temperatures at this point in September.
A more active pattern will return to the Southern Plains next week. There are increasing chances that we'll see the season's first true cold front across the region, bringing beneficial rainfall and some thunderstorm chances as well! Stay up to date with the latest forecast at weather.gov/fwd.
DFW's incredibly long dry streak is officially over with the airport measuring 0.01" of rain this evening, tying the 2nd longest period with no measurable rain on record at 67 days. DFW will also likely end up with 52 days in the 100s this year, tying for 5th most on record.
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