From rain to ice, North Texans should prepare for a freezing weekend as snow and sleet take aim at the Metroplex.

Worth and surrounding area could see a mixed bag of winter weather precipitation in the coming days. Let's talk about the "why" behind the forecast.

Don't let the midweek warmup fool you... a powerful cold front is set to arrive Friday night, bringing a high potential for icy roads and winter weather through Saturday.

Precipitation chances are still low, with a 5% hourly chance between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. at DFW International Airport. The chance of sprinkles and flurries extends down into the northern portion of Dallas and Tarrant counties, but possibilities appear higher for counties farther north, including those along the Red River border with Oklahoma.

Temperatures will rise into the lower 50s, with feels-like highs staying in the 40s. Winds may gust up to 30 mph at times.

A strong cold front is pushing through North Texas, bringing a blast of chilly air and gusty winds just in time for the holiday weekend.