Wednesday Night Update

From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...

It was a beautiful, but warm Wednesday as highs reached the upper 70s here in the Big Country. With high pressure remaining in control, the sky was sunny all afternoon. Breezy conditions were experienced as well.

Thanksgiving looks to be a repeat of today with highs in the upper 70s to low 80s. With breezy conditions continuing, you'll still want to be careful if you are travelling in a high profile vehicle on the highway. Otherwise, enjoy another pleasant day by eating turkey on the back porch, taking a post meal walk, or playing a football game in the backyard.

The upper level high pressure ridge should shift eastward Friday and into the weekend. This will cause a slight cooling of temperatures. More moisture is expected to arrive Saturday and Sunday bringing partly cloudy skies to the area. Highs during this time period will be in the low to mid 70s.

There is a slight chance of rain Sunday through Tuesday. It is only a slight chance because the best dynamics will be in the eastern portions of the state. There is also a question as to whether or not we will have enough moisture in place at all levels of the atmosphere. Highs early next week should be in the low 70s.

A cold front is expected to arrive late Tuesday bringing us much cooler conditions for next week. It look like highs will finally return closer to average for this time of year.

Have a terrific Thanksgiving!