Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, December 27, 2025
The Dallas-Fort Worth area is experiencing record-breaking warmth, with temperatures soaring into the low 80s before a strong cold front approaches. Highs reached 86°F, surpassing previous records. As the cold front arrives, temperatures are expected to plummet significantly, with forecasts indicating highs in the mid-40s. Residents are advised to prepare for cooler weather and potential scattered showers. This warm spell is notably unusual for late December, as the area typically experiences average highs around 56°F.
Dallas-Fort Worth Experiences Record-Breaking Warmth; Cold Front Approaches
Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas – The Dallas-Fort Worth area is experiencing unseasonably warm temperatures, with highs reaching into the low 80s, potentially setting new records. A strong cold front is expected to arrive on Sunday, bringing a significant temperature drop and the possibility of scattered showers.
Current Warm Conditions
On Friday, December 26, 2025, the region recorded a high of 86°F, surpassing the previous record of 83°F set in 2008. Saturday is expected to be similarly warm, with temperatures in the low 80s. These conditions are part of a broader pattern of above-average temperatures in North Texas.
Upcoming Cold Front
A strong cold front is forecast to move through the area on Sunday, December 28, bringing cooler temperatures and the potential for scattered showers, particularly east of the I-35 corridor. This front is expected to cause a significant drop in temperatures, with highs on Monday, December 29, forecasted to be in the mid-40s.
Historical Context
The current warm spell is unusual for late December in Dallas-Fort Worth. Typically, the average high temperature for this time of year is around 56°F. The region has experienced similar warm periods in recent years, with 2021 being the hottest December on record.
Looking Ahead
After the cold front passes, temperatures are expected to stabilize, with highs returning to near-normal levels by mid-week. Residents are advised to stay updated on weather forecasts, as conditions can change rapidly during this transitional period.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current temperature in Dallas-Fort Worth?
The current temperature is 64°F (18°C), with mostly clear skies.
When is the cold front expected to arrive?
The cold front is forecasted to arrive on Sunday, December 28, bringing cooler temperatures and the possibility of scattered showers.
How much will temperatures drop after the cold front passes?
Temperatures are expected to drop significantly, with highs on Monday, December 29, forecasted to be in the mid-40s.
Is this warm weather typical for late December in Dallas-Fort Worth?
No, this warm spell is unusual for late December. The average high temperature for this time of year is around 56°F.
When can we expect temperatures to return to normal?
After the cold front passes, temperatures are expected to stabilize, with highs returning to near-normal levels by mid-week.
Key Features
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Current Temperature | 64°F (18°C), mostly clear skies |
| Upcoming Cold Front | Expected Sunday, December 28, bringing cooler temperatures and possible showers |
| Temperature Drop | Highs on Monday, December 29, forecasted to be in the mid-40s |
| Historical Context | Warm spell unusual for late December; average high is around 56°F |
| Return to Normal | Temperatures expected to stabilize by mid-week |
Now Happening on X
- @sometweather (December 20, 2025, 10:54 AM) Today in Dallas-Fort Worth features some of the warmest temperatures this month, with highs expected in the upper 70s to low 80s, potentially breaking records. View on X
- @sometweather (December 25, 2025, 7:21 AM) Merry Christmas with warm highs in the low 80s in Dallas-Fort Worth, potentially breaking records, but a cooler atmospheric shift is expected in a few days. View on X
- @TXWXTracker (December 25, 2025, 9:24 AM) No white Christmas in Dallas-Fort Worth as balmy conditions could set a record for the warmest holiday. View on X
- @Nick_Weather (December 23, 2025, 5:38 PM) National Weather Service issues record event report for high temperature set at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport on December 23. View on X
- @Nick_Weather (December 23, 2025, 6:05 PM) Another record event report confirms the high temperature record set at Dallas Fort Worth on December 23. View on X
- @Nick_Weather (December 26, 2025, 5:32 PM) Record event report issued for high temperature achieved at Dallas Fort Worth on December 26. View on X
- @chron (December 26, 2025, 4:00 AM) The warm holiday season in Texas, including Dallas-Fort Worth, is about to become a distant memory with incoming cooler weather. View on X
- @WALASIA (December 26, 2025, 4:34 PM) Current temperatures in Dallas County reach 86 degrees, with a sharp drop to 27 degrees expected tomorrow night or the next, highlighting the need for weather preparedness. View on X
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