Drought Improvement and Rain Forecast
Key Questions
Has the drought improved in Texas according to the latest monitor?
Yes, the drought monitor indicates major improvement with extreme drought eliminated for the first time since October. Severe drought still persists in parts of Central Texas.
What rainfall is forecast and how could it affect conditions?
A forecast of 1-3 inches of rain next week may help ease remaining drought but also raises flood risk. Storm chances return to D-FW Sunday after 4pm with low severe risk.
What weather hazards are possible with Sunday storms in D-FW?
Isolated to scattered storms could bring brief rain late Sunday afternoon with possible gusty winds and lightning. The overall severe risk remains low.
Drought monitor shows major improvement—extreme drought gone for first time since October—but severe drought persists in parts of Central Texas. Forecast of 1-3 inches rain next week could help but also raises flood risk. Storm chances return to D-FW Sunday (July 4) after 4pm with low severe risk but possible gusty winds and lightning. Relevant to water usage and safety.