What is happening? A warm and active weather pattern is expected to move into North Texas this week, bringing a low risk of severe weather and potential for minor flooding. A series of atmospheric disturbances and fronts will bring rain chances starting Wednesday, with coverage becoming mo re widespread by the end of the week. The severe weather threat is currently low, with North Texas included in the general risk for thunderstorms. However, some storms could become strong, bringing small hail and gusty winds. Additionally, due to the lack of rainfall in many areas, minor flooding could become a concern in regions where heavy rain persists on saturated ground. Either way, North Texas needs this beneficial rain this week after a month marked by wildfire threats. We are nearing the end of March with less than an inch of total rainfall, well below the monthly normal of over three inches. The good news is that we are still above our normal yearly rainfall. Stay tuned for more updates as we get closer this week. WEATHER EXPERTS Forecast Mar 21 NBC 5 FORECAST: Dry start with rainy days ahead this week weather quiz Mar 21 Weather Quiz: Wind Mar 20 Weather Quiz: Tornado's spin ...read more read less