# Cold front could break North Texas heat and drought next week

> A strong weather system arriving Wednesday may finally deliver rain and fall temperatures after weeks of extreme heat and fire danger.
- Title: Cold front could break North Texas heat and drought next week
- Summary: A strong weather system arriving Wednesday may finally deliver rain and fall temperatures after weeks of extreme heat and fire danger. Relief from North…
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- Source: FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth — https://fox4news.com/weather/new-weather-front-could-bring-rain-cooler-fall-temperatures-north-texas-next-week
- Author: Kylie Capps
- Published: 2026-09-24T00:00:00+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: north texas, dallas-fort worth, weather forecast, cold front, drought, rain, fire danger, temperature drop, hydra fire, news, local
## North Texas bakes in extreme drought
The Dallas-Fort Worth area is experiencing persistent extreme drought with mid-90s temperatures and very low humidity, creating elevated fire danger across the region.
## Rain chances stay low this week
Only 10-20% chance of isolated afternoon showers west of Interstate 35 through the week, with most areas remaining dry and hot.
## Cold front arrives Wednesday
A strong cold front is expected to reach North Texas by mid-week, potentially raising rain chances to 40-50% and dropping high temperatures into the mid-80s.
## Fall temperatures return next week
After weeks of mid-90s heat, highs will drop to the mid-80s when the cold front moves through, offering a taste of fall weather.
## Hydra Fire now 87 percent contained
Firefighters in Bosque County have made progress on the 933-acre Hydra Fire, which is now 87% contained as crews work to fully extinguish the blaze.
## Key takeaway

Relief from North Texas's severe drought and mid-90s heat is coming mid-week, with a cold front potentially bringing 40-50% rain chances and temperatures dropping to the mid-80s.