Major Arctic Cold Front Expected to Slam Into North Texas With Freezing Temperatures at the Start of December
NORTH TEXAS — A powerful Arctic cold front is forecast to push into North Texas at the end of November, bringing freezing temperatures, rain, and multiple hard freezes as the region heads into December. Forecasters say this system will be the strongest cold front of the season, arriving just after Thanksgiving and continuing into the first week of December.
Cold Air Arrives After Thanksgiving With First Freeze for Some Areas
According to early weather projections, a stronger cold front will move in by Friday afternoon, dropping temperatures sharply across North Texas. Some communities may experience a freeze by Thanksgiving morning, marking one of the earliest cold snaps of the season following a week of chilly, wet weather.
Weather graphics shared online show a large plunge of Arctic air sweeping southward, covering much of the central United States, with Texas positioned directly in the path of the coldest air mass.
Even Stronger System Expected December 1
The most significant front is expected to arrive on December 1, with daytime highs only in the 40s on Monday and widespread precipitation throughout the day. Forecasters warn that the region is likely to see a hard freeze Monday night, with temperatures falling well below freezing.
Meteorologists say next Tuesday could be even colder, with temperatures likely staying in the 30s all day along with steady precipitation. Another hard freeze is expected Tuesday night, which may bring additional impacts to roads, livestock, and water pipes.
Meteorologists Call It the “Strongest Front of the Year”
Weather experts emphasized that this system marks the strongest cold front of the year so far, and residents should begin preparing now for several days of freezing conditions. While snowfall is not currently mentioned in the outlook, the combination of precipitation and freezing air raises the potential for slick travel conditions, especially in the early mornings.
The cold surge is part of a larger nationwide pattern showing deep blue and purple temperature anomalies across the central U.S., indicating significantly below-normal temperatures as December begins.
Residents Urged To Prepare for Multiple Freezing Nights
With two hard freezes expected within 48 hours, emergency officials recommend protecting outdoor pets, exposed pipes, vehicles, and sensitive plants. Drivers should also remain alert to potential freezing overnight conditions.
As the weather system approaches, North Texas residents can expect more detailed updates from regional meteorologists. For now, the message is clear: winter is arriving early, and temperatures are about to drop fast.
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