North Texas residents can look forward to a mostly sunny, warm Christmas week, with Saturday’s temperatures nearing record highs and Christmas Eve and Day expected to be the third‑warmest on record for Dallas‑Fort Worth.
Weather Overview
A cold front swept through North Texas on Thursday, bringing gusty winds that will ease later in the evening. Temperatures are projected to drop into the low 30s early Friday, making the day cooler despite clear skies.
Day‑by‑Day Forecast
Friday will see highs around 63°F and southeast winds of 10‑20 mph. Saturday promises mostly sunny skies, breezy conditions, and a high of 77°F, with a record 79°F set in 2010. Sunday, the winter solstice, will be cooler with highs of 64°F and northeast winds of 5‑10 mph.
Monday’s temperatures climb to 74°F, while Tuesday will reach 78°F, tying a record high of 81°F from 1955 and 1964. Wednesday, Christmas Eve, will warm to 77°F, and Thursday, Christmas Day, will hit 78°F, a record high of 82°F recorded in 2021.
The following week continues the trend: Friday highs of 76°F, Saturday 73°F, and Sunday 65°F, all with south or northeast winds.
Record Context
Saturday’s 77°F is close to the 79°F record set in 2010, and Tuesday’s 78°F matches the 81°F record from 1955 and 1964. Thursday’s 78°F ties the 82°F record from 2021, marking the third‑warmest Christmas Day in Dallas‑Fort Worth history.
Christmas Eve and Day Outlook
Both Christmas Eve and Christmas Day are forecast as mild with highs in the high 70s and south winds of 10‑15 mph. The current forecast indicates a top‑three warm Christmas Day for DFW, making this holiday week a pleasant, sunny occasion for the region.
Key Takeaways
- Saturday’s high of 77°F approaches the 2010 record of 79°F.
- Tuesday’s 78°F matches the 1955 and 1964 record of 81°F.
- Thursday’s 78°F ties the 2021 record of 82°F, the third‑warmest Christmas Day for DFW.
With a warm, dry holiday weekend ahead, North Texas weather officials advise residents to plan outdoor activities during the sunny days and stay alert for the early Friday chill.
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