Fort Worth Outdoor Areas & Trinity River, TX

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Today’s Forecast:

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91°F
High: 96° | Low: 75°
Current Temperature
Clear
Station: KFTW
Observed at: 1:05 pm CDT on 9/26/26
Wind: 7 mph | Humidity: 41%
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Air Quality Alert
Air Quality Alert issued September 25 at 3:50PM CDT by NWS Fort Worth TX (Expires: September 26, 2026 7:00 pm)
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Description: AQAFWD The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) has issued an Ozone Action Day for the Dallas-Fort Worth area for Saturday, September 26, 2026. Atmospheric conditions are expected to be favorable for producing high levels of ozone air pollution in the Dallas-Fort Worth area on Saturday. You can help prevent ozone pollution by sharing a ride, walking, riding a bicycle, taking your lunch to work, avoiding drive-through lanes, conserving energy, and keeping your vehicle properly tuned. For more information on ozone: Ozone: The Facts (www.tceq.texas.gov/goto/ozonefacts) Air North Texas: (www.airnorthtexas.org) EPA Air Now (www.airnow.gov/index.cfm?action.local_state&STATEID=45&TAB=0) Take care of Texas (www.takecareoftexas.org) North Central Texas Council of Governments Air Quality (www.nctcog.org/trans/air/index.asp)
This Afternoon:Mostly sunny, with a high near 96. Heat index values as high as 99. South southeast wind around 5 mph.
Tonight:Partly cloudy, with a low around 75. South southeast wind 5 to 10 mph.
Sunday:A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms between 7am and 4pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 95. Heat index values as high as 100. South wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
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Today’s Report:

🥾 Hiking

Good
  72 /100

Good for hiking. High near 89°F. Low rain risk (3%).

  • Temp: Marginal weather factor
  • Rain: Favorable conditions
  • Wind: Favorable conditions
  • Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Not Recommended 19/100
Not Recommended for hiking. High near 95°F. Low rain risk (25%). Hot temperatures (high near 95°F). Slight chance of thunderstorms. Temperatures outside comfort limits (95°F).

🚲 Biking

Good
  72 /100

Good for biking. High near 89°F. Low rain risk (3%).

  • Temp: Marginal weather factor
  • Rain: Favorable conditions
  • Wind: Favorable conditions
  • Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Not Recommended 19/100
Not Recommended for biking. High near 95°F. Risk of rain (25%). Hot temperatures (high near 95°F). Slight chance of thunderstorms. Temperatures outside comfort limits (95°F).

🛶 Paddling

Excellent
  90 /100

Excellent for paddling. High near 89°F. Low rain risk (3%).

  • Temp: Marginal weather factor
  • Rain: Favorable conditions
  • Wind: Favorable conditions
  • Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Fair 65/100
Fair for paddling. High near 95°F. Risk of rain (25%). Hot temperatures (high near 95°F). Slight chance of thunderstorms.

🐟 Fishing

Good
  81 /100

Good for fishing. High near 89°F. Low rain risk (3%).

  • Temp: Marginal weather factor
  • Rain: Favorable conditions
  • Wind: Favorable conditions
  • Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Fair 65/100
Fair for fishing. High near 95°F. Low rain risk (25%). Hot temperatures (high near 95°F). Slight chance of thunderstorms.

⛳ Golf

Excellent
  85 /100

Excellent for golf. High near 89°F. Low rain risk (3%).

  • Temp: Marginal weather factor
  • Rain: Favorable conditions
  • Wind: Favorable conditions
  • Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Fair 65/100
Fair for golf. High near 95°F. Risk of rain (25%). Hot temperatures (high near 95°F). Slight chance of thunderstorms.

🎪 Outdoor Events / Activities

Good
  73 /100

Good for outdoor events / activities. High near 89°F. Low rain risk (3%).

  • Temp: Marginal weather factor
  • Rain: Favorable conditions
  • Wind: Favorable conditions
  • Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Not Recommended 19/100
Not Recommended for outdoor events / activities. High near 95°F. Risk of rain (25%). Hot temperatures (high near 95°F). Slight chance of thunderstorms. Temperatures outside comfort limits (95°F).

About Fort Worth Outdoor Areas & Trinity River

This page connects recreation around Fort Worth with Trinity Trails. A single point captures the broad weather pattern, while the named access areas supply the operating detail.

Plan Around Conditions

Confirm the named launch, water level and wind exposure near Fort Worth; a usable shoreline does not guarantee a safe return trip. Consult the forecast, gauge, harbor or launch authority responsible for the exact water and access point before relying on conditional access.

Weather Tips

  • Turn toward the selected launch before thunderstorm outflow reaches open water; wind near Trinity Trails can arrive ahead of rain.
  • For heat, favor the portion near Fort Worth with the shortest return and dependable shade or drinking-water plan.

Nearby Towns and Areas

  • Fort Worth
  • Trinity Trails
  • Eagle Mountain Lake
  • Botanic Garden
  • Clear Fork

Adjust the Day to the Forecast

If wind or water conditions rule out the planned launch, use a legal shore-fishing or land route near Fort Worth instead of moving blindly to another access point.

7-Day Forecast

☀
91°F
High: 96° | Low: 75°
Current Temperature
Clear
Station: KFTW
Observed at: 1:05 pm CDT on 9/26/26
Wind: 7 mph | Humidity: 41%
Sat ⛅
96° 75°
2%
Sun ⛈
95° 76°
25%
Mon 🌧
96° 77°
22%
Tue ⛅
96° 75°
4%
Wed ⛈
91° 71°
53%
Thu 🌧
86° 69°
52%
Fri 🌧
85° 70°
36%

7-Day High Temperature Trend

96° Sat 95° Sun 96° Mon 96° Tue 91° Wed 86° Thu 85° Fri

7-Day Low Temperature Trend

75° Sat 76° Sun 77° Mon 75° Tue 71° Wed 69° Thu 70° Fri

📊 7-Day Outdoor Outlook

Good Fair Poor 27 Sat 19 Sun 27 Mon 27 Tue 4 Wed 19 Thu 19 Fri
Forecast data from the National Weather Service  |  Last Updated: September 26, 2026 6:03 pm CDT

Weather by Season

Winter

January fronts bring cold rain, bridge ice and occasional snow near Fort Worth; ramps and natural-surface trails may stay hazardous after streets improve.

Spring

Severe-storm season brings hail, lightning, tornado potential and saturated trails around Trinity Trails; reservoir outflow can remain gusty behind a cell.

Summer

Warm water, heat index and afternoon wind narrow the boating and fishing window; algae or low ramps can add a separate limit near Fort Worth.

Fall

October offers cooler starts, but strong cold fronts can reverse lake wind or drop temperatures during a long outing toward Trinity Trails.

Key Climate Data Points

  • Local climate: Urban river, lake and event hub conditions near Fort Worth make river flooding the leading local planning signal.
  • Annual mean temperature: Near Fort Worth, the annual mean temperature is generally in the mid to upper 60s °F; pavement and limited shade intensify afternoon heat.
  • Warmest or primary-use period: June through August is the hottest period; river flooding often determines whether the primary activity remains practical.
  • Coldest or limited-access period: December through February is coolest; snowfall is variable and generally brief, while ice, wind and shaded-road conditions cause the larger access impact.
  • Most consequential precipitation period: Spring, with another tropical-rain opportunity in fall is the most consequential precipitation period here because it can affect river flooding near Trinity Trails.
  • Primary hazard timing: Spring severe storms and summer heat most directly affects heat.
  • Best general outdoor window: March through may and october through november outside severe-weather windows; the useful window still depends on river flooding.