Dallas Weather Update – May 26, 2025
Severe Weather Hits Dallas on Memorial Day
As Memorial Day unfolds in Dallas, residents are experiencing a mix of humid, stormy conditions, with significant weather events impacting the area.
Current Conditions
The city is under a Flash Flood Warning until 6:00 AM CDT, with ongoing thunderstorms producing heavy rain. Between 1 and 2 inches of rain have already fallen, and an additional 1 to 2 inches are expected. This could lead to flash flooding in urban areas, highways, streets, and underpasses. The National Weather Service advises residents to avoid driving through flooded roads and to be cautious, especially at night when flood dangers are harder to recognize.
Additionally, a Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 5:00 AM CDT, covering several counties, including Dallas, Tarrant, and Collin. The primary threats include large hail, damaging winds up to 60 mph, and the possibility of isolated tornadoes.
Later in the day, a Flood Warning is expected to take effect from 5:30 PM CDT until Tuesday afternoon, due to rising levels in the Trinity River at Dallas. Minor lowland flooding is forecasted, with the river expected to crest at 30.9 feet late Monday evening.
Memorial Day Storms Impact
The storms have already caused significant disruptions. Over 38,000 residents in North Texas are without power as of early Monday morning. Strong winds and heavy rain have led to widespread outages, affecting thousands of homes and businesses.
These conditions are part of a broader weather pattern affecting the region. A slow-moving storm system has been dropping heavy rainfall and producing severe weather across the South, including grapefruit-sized hail and damaging winds.
Dallas Weather Forecast – May 26, 2025
| Time of Day | Weather Conditions | Temperature (°F) | Wind Speed (mph) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morning | Thunderstorms, heavy rain | 64 | 15-25 |
| Afternoon | Scattered thunderstorms, humid | 78 | 20-30 |
| Evening | Thunderstorms, potential flooding | 70 | 15-25 |
| Night | Clearing skies, cooler | 65 | 10-15 |
Safety Tips for Severe Weather
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Stay Indoors: Avoid traveling during storms.
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Monitor Alerts: Keep an eye on weather updates and heed official warnings.
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Avoid Flooded Roads: Never drive through flooded areas; "Turn Around, Don't Drown."
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Secure Outdoor Items: Bring in or secure loose objects that could become projectiles in strong winds.
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Have an Emergency Kit: Ensure you have essentials like water, non-perishable food, flashlights, and batteries.
Looking Ahead
While Memorial Day brings severe weather to Dallas, the rest of the week is expected to see improvements. Temperatures will remain warm, with highs in the upper 70s to low 80s°F, and humidity levels gradually decreasing. However, the National Weather Service warns that additional rounds of thunderstorms are possible later in the week, so residents should remain vigilant.
