Dallas rain probability jumps to 86% this afternoon

Dallas residents can expect a sharp shift in weather conditions this afternoon. The National Weather Service and AccuWeather report that the chance of precipitation will spike to 86 percent during the late day hours. This marks a dramatic increase from the 21 percent probability forecast for the morning and the 21 percent expected again by nightfall.

The temperature range for the day will span 20 degrees. Highs will reach 84 degrees Fahrenheit, while lows will drop to 64 degrees. The real feel temperature, which accounts for humidity and wind, is projected to remain steady at 81 degrees Fahrenheit for both the high and low readings. This consistency suggests a humid atmosphere that will persist throughout the day.

Sunrise occurred at 6:45 a.m., and sunset is scheduled for 5:36 p.m. This provides Dallas with 11 hours of daylight. As the date approaches the winter solstice, the length of the day will continue to shorten. The current lighting schedule reflects the seasonal transition from the warm season to the cooler months.

The forecast for tomorrow indicates a mix of clouds and clear skies. Precipitation chances will drop to 21 percent in the morning, rise to 86 percent in the afternoon, and fall back to 21 percent at night. The temperature range for that day will be nearly identical to today, hovering between 64 and 84 degrees Fahrenheit. This stability suggests that the atmospheric pattern remains unchanged over the next 48 hours.

Historical data from the National Weather Service shows that Dallas experiences its warmest period between June and September. The average daily high during this three and a half month span is 87 degrees Fahrenheit. August typically records the highest average temperatures, with a maximum of 95 degrees and a minimum of 77 degrees. The current 84-degree high is slightly below the August average, indicating a mild but warm day.

The cooler season in Dallas lasts three months, from November to February. During this period, the average daily high drops below 64 degrees Fahrenheit. January is the coldest month, with average lows of 39 degrees and highs of 57 degrees. The current forecast is well above these winter averages, confirming that the city is still in the transition phase before the full onset of winter cold.

Rainfall patterns in Dallas peak in April and October, when the probability of rain exceeds 26 percent on any given day. May is the wettest month, with an average of 11 days that receive at least one millimeter of precipitation. The dry season lasts five and a half months, from October to April. January is the driest month, with the lowest frequency of measurable rain. The upcoming 86 percent chance of rain this afternoon is well above the monthly average probability for November.