Widespread showers and thunderstorms will move from west to east across Central and North Texas throughout the day Saturday, bringing a much‑needed soaking to the region.

A few storms may become strong or marginally severe, capable of producing hail and gusty winds. There is also a low‑end threat for a quick spin‑up tornado, mainly across the Brazos Valley during the afternoon and evening hours as instability peaks.

Behind the main line of storms, the atmosphere won’t quiet down immediately. Additional showers and thunderstorms are expected to redevelop Saturday evening and into the night, especially across North Texas. A few of these storms may produce hail up to quarter size before activity finally shifts east.

All rain exits the region by daybreak Sunday, setting the stage for a breezier and cooler finish to the weekend. North to northwest winds will gust between 15 and 25 mph, with highs settling into the 60s and low 70s under clearing skies.

Looking Ahead: Warm, Dry, and Unseasonably Mild

Next week brings a dramatic shift. Sunshine dominates, and temperatures climb well above normal for mid‑to‑late February. Highs will reach the 70s and 80s, running 10 to 20 degrees above average. With the warm, dry pattern in place, an elevated fire weather threat is expected Wednesday and Thursday, especially for areas near and west of I‑35.

This same warm, quiet pattern extends into the Austin and San Antonio areas, where highs will also soar into the 70s and 80s with no rain in sight.

National Weather Service Perspective

The broader national setup mirrors what we’re seeing locally. According to the Short Range Public Discussion from the Weather Prediction Center , a sweeping cold front across the Southern and Central Plains is driving today’s heavy rainfall and severe storm potential. The Storm Prediction Center highlights the risk for isolated hail and damaging winds from east Texas into the lower Mississippi Valley, with a Slight Risk for Excessive Rainfall where storms may train.

Farther west, the next Pacific system is bringing beneficial rain to the Pacific Northwest and heavy mountain snow to the Sierra Nevada, while much of the central U.S. continues to experience above‑average temperatures.

Stay tuned to KNCT for hourly weather updates, and enjoy the best Valentine’s Day playlist in Central Texas all weekend long.