Fall temperatures and rain return to North Texas this week

The arrival of fall weather in North Texas is marked by a cold front that is expected to bring significant changes to the region's climate. As the front approaches, temperatures will drop from the warm highs of the lower 90s experienced on Sunday to a cooler mid to upper 60s on Monday morning. This shift is accompanied by the potential for spotty showers and thunderstorms, particularly in the northwest, with a slight risk of severe weather including gusty winds and small hail. As the rain moves into the Metroplex overnight, residents should prepare for wet conditions during their morning commute. The precipitation is anticipated to taper off by midday, leading to a partly sunny afternoon. The cooler temperatures, resulting from northerly winds, will keep daytime highs in the upper 70s to lower 80s, providing a refreshing change from the previous heat wave. In addition to the temperature drop, the rain is expected to temporarily reduce the pollen count, offering some relief to allergy sufferers. Following this initial disturbance, another weather system is forecasted to bring additional rain chances from Tuesday evening into Wednesday morning, indicating a continued pattern of unsettled weather. By the end of the week, conditions are expected to dry out in time for the opening of the State Fair of Texas on Friday. Meanwhile, meteorologists are monitoring a tropical system in the Gulf of Mexico, with the potential for Helene to develop, which could impact weather patterns in the region in the coming days.