From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
It was a warm day for us despite the clouds that we had throughout the morning and early afternoon. Highs were in the upper 70s to low 80s. Winds were strong from the south-southwest. There were reports of blowing dust and dirt in the western portions of the viewing area.
A cold front will move through the Big Country tonight bringing cooler temperatures to the area for tomorrow. No precipiation is expected with the front. Windy conditions will remain with us tonight and into the day tomorrow. Winds should be west-northwest at 15 to 25 mph with higher gusts. There are Lake Wind Advisories in effect for most of the area tomorrow so you may want to put off any trips to the lake. With low relative humidity values also expected tomorrow, Red Flag Warnings are in effect for every county in the viewing area except Knox and Stonewall. Please do all you can to prevent fires. Highs for Thursday look to be in the low to mid 60s.
Another cold front on Friday should reinforce the cooler air already in place. It will be another dry frontal passage for us. Highs look to be in the upper 50s to low 60s under mostly sunny skies.
Below average temperatures will remain on Saturday. Highs should be in the mid to upper 50s under mostly sunny skies.
Sunday through next Wednesday look dry with a gradual warming trend.
Have a terrific Thursday!
Wednesday, February 28, 2007
Tuesday, February 27, 2007
Tuesday Night Update
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
We had a warm and windy day across the area. Highs ranged from the upper 70s in Sweetwater and Snyder to the upper 80s in Brownwood and Comanche. Abilene's high was 84. Winds were breezy from the west and southwest.
Wednesday looks to be a warm and windy day. Highs should be in the upper 70s to mid 80s. The reason our temperatures may be a little cooler is if we are partly cloudy and not mostly sunny. A strong low pressure system should develop to our northwest over western Kansas and the Texas and Oklahoma panhandles. This will cause us to have strong west-southwest winds tomorrow. Winds look to be sustained at 15 to 25 mph with gusts as high as 35 to 40 mph. This could cause some blowing dust and dirt in our area by the afternoon. With warm temperatures, strong winds, and low relative humdity values expected, a Red Flag Warning has been issued for all counties in the viewing area expect Stephens, Eastland, and Comanche counties. Please do all you can to prevent fires tomorrow since conditions will allow any wildfires to spread rapidly. There will be better moisture in the eastern portions of the viewing area. With the dryline possibly close by, it is not out of the question for a stray shower or thunderstorm to develop in that area. The chance though is less than slight.
A cold front is expected to move through the Big Country early Thursday morning. This will cause our highs to cool down into the low to mid 60s. With dry air already in place, rain doesn't look possible. Windy conditions will remain with sustained west-northwest winds of 15 to 25 mph and higher gusts.
Below average temperatures should be with us Friday and Saturday. Highs look to be in the upper 50s to low 60s under mostly sunny skies.
Mostly sunny skies will remain with us Sunday through next Tuesday. Highs are expected to warm back up into the mid to upper 60s.
Have a wonderful Wednesday!
We had a warm and windy day across the area. Highs ranged from the upper 70s in Sweetwater and Snyder to the upper 80s in Brownwood and Comanche. Abilene's high was 84. Winds were breezy from the west and southwest.
Wednesday looks to be a warm and windy day. Highs should be in the upper 70s to mid 80s. The reason our temperatures may be a little cooler is if we are partly cloudy and not mostly sunny. A strong low pressure system should develop to our northwest over western Kansas and the Texas and Oklahoma panhandles. This will cause us to have strong west-southwest winds tomorrow. Winds look to be sustained at 15 to 25 mph with gusts as high as 35 to 40 mph. This could cause some blowing dust and dirt in our area by the afternoon. With warm temperatures, strong winds, and low relative humdity values expected, a Red Flag Warning has been issued for all counties in the viewing area expect Stephens, Eastland, and Comanche counties. Please do all you can to prevent fires tomorrow since conditions will allow any wildfires to spread rapidly. There will be better moisture in the eastern portions of the viewing area. With the dryline possibly close by, it is not out of the question for a stray shower or thunderstorm to develop in that area. The chance though is less than slight.
A cold front is expected to move through the Big Country early Thursday morning. This will cause our highs to cool down into the low to mid 60s. With dry air already in place, rain doesn't look possible. Windy conditions will remain with sustained west-northwest winds of 15 to 25 mph and higher gusts.
Below average temperatures should be with us Friday and Saturday. Highs look to be in the upper 50s to low 60s under mostly sunny skies.
Mostly sunny skies will remain with us Sunday through next Tuesday. Highs are expected to warm back up into the mid to upper 60s.
Have a wonderful Wednesday!
Monday, February 26, 2007
Monday Night Update
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
It was a beautiful day across our area with sunny skies and highs in the mid 70s to low 80s. We started off with breezy conditions this morning, but by this afternoon the winds had become lighter.
Tuesday looks to be another gorgeous day with highs in the upper 70s to low 80s. Breezy conditions should return to the region with winds from the south at 10 to 20 mph. The airmass will likely remain dry so our fire danger will be elevated tomorrow. Please do all that you can to prevent fires. Don't burn anything right now. Don't throw cigarette butts out of the window. These are just some of the things that can be done.
A strong storm system is expected to build northwest of us. This will cause us to have windy conditions Wednesday and Thursday. The winds won't be as strong as this past weekend, but we could see sustained speeds of 20 to 30 mph with higher gusts. Highs for Wednesday should reach the mid to upper 70s before a cold front arrives that night into Thursday morning. Partly cloudy skies look to develop Wednesday, but there will likely not be any rain due to a lack of moisture in the area. Highs on Thursday will be in the low to mid 60s thanks to the cooler air that will be in place.
Friday through Monday should be dry with mostly sunny skies and highs in the 60s.
Have a terrific Tuesday!
It was a beautiful day across our area with sunny skies and highs in the mid 70s to low 80s. We started off with breezy conditions this morning, but by this afternoon the winds had become lighter.
Tuesday looks to be another gorgeous day with highs in the upper 70s to low 80s. Breezy conditions should return to the region with winds from the south at 10 to 20 mph. The airmass will likely remain dry so our fire danger will be elevated tomorrow. Please do all that you can to prevent fires. Don't burn anything right now. Don't throw cigarette butts out of the window. These are just some of the things that can be done.
A strong storm system is expected to build northwest of us. This will cause us to have windy conditions Wednesday and Thursday. The winds won't be as strong as this past weekend, but we could see sustained speeds of 20 to 30 mph with higher gusts. Highs for Wednesday should reach the mid to upper 70s before a cold front arrives that night into Thursday morning. Partly cloudy skies look to develop Wednesday, but there will likely not be any rain due to a lack of moisture in the area. Highs on Thursday will be in the low to mid 60s thanks to the cooler air that will be in place.
Friday through Monday should be dry with mostly sunny skies and highs in the 60s.
Have a terrific Tuesday!
Sunday, February 25, 2007
Warm Start To The Work Week
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
We have had two very different days this weekend. Saturday was very windy with wind gusts in the 50 to 60 mph range. Visibilities were reduced to a mile or less in many locations because of a dust storm. Today was pleasant with sunny skies across the Big Country and highs in the low to mid 60s. Winds were not nearly as strong as yesterday.
Monday and Tuesday will be warm with highs in the mid to upper 70s and mostly sunny skies. Breezy conditions should be with us on both days. Since our airmass is expected to remain dry, the fire danger will be elevated so please be careful.
Wednesday looks to be warm with highs in the low to mid 70s. A cold front and possibly a dryline will likely move through the area late Wednesday. Our highs on Thursday should be in the low to mid 60s. There is a slight chance for showers and thunderstorms in mainly the eastern portions of the viewing area. The main question for our rain chance this week is moisture. If enough of it returns to the region, then we could see some rain. If not, it will likely be dry. Stronger winds are expected for Wednesday and Thursday so we could reach critical fire weather conditions.
Another cold front looks to move through the Big Country on Friday. This will reinforce the cooler air already in place. Highs for Friday through next weekend should range from the upper 50s to mid 60s.
Have a magnificent Monday!
We have had two very different days this weekend. Saturday was very windy with wind gusts in the 50 to 60 mph range. Visibilities were reduced to a mile or less in many locations because of a dust storm. Today was pleasant with sunny skies across the Big Country and highs in the low to mid 60s. Winds were not nearly as strong as yesterday.
Monday and Tuesday will be warm with highs in the mid to upper 70s and mostly sunny skies. Breezy conditions should be with us on both days. Since our airmass is expected to remain dry, the fire danger will be elevated so please be careful.
Wednesday looks to be warm with highs in the low to mid 70s. A cold front and possibly a dryline will likely move through the area late Wednesday. Our highs on Thursday should be in the low to mid 60s. There is a slight chance for showers and thunderstorms in mainly the eastern portions of the viewing area. The main question for our rain chance this week is moisture. If enough of it returns to the region, then we could see some rain. If not, it will likely be dry. Stronger winds are expected for Wednesday and Thursday so we could reach critical fire weather conditions.
Another cold front looks to move through the Big Country on Friday. This will reinforce the cooler air already in place. Highs for Friday through next weekend should range from the upper 50s to mid 60s.
Have a magnificent Monday!
Friday, February 23, 2007
Severe Storms Possible Tonight, Very Windy Tomorrow
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
There was quite a bit of cloud cover across the region for most of the day. This helped us to have cooler temperatures with highs in the upper 60s to low 70s. Breezy south winds were also experienced.
It is possible for us to see some strong to severe thunderstorms tonight. A cold front will overtake a dryline that is to our west and move across the area. Combine that with plenty of moisture and a strong upper level trough and you have the ingredients needed to see showers and thunderstorms. We could see some damaging winds, large hail, and maybe a few isolated tornadoes with any severe thunderstorms that develop. In fact, Knox, Stonewall, Haskell, Throckmorton, Fisher, Jones, Shackelford, Stephens, Eastland, Callahan, Taylor, and Nolan counties are under a Tornado Watch until 6 a.m. Saturday morning. It will be windy with winds from the south at 20 to 30 mph. Stronger gusts are expected. Lows look to be in the upper 40s to low 50s.
Very strong winds will be likely Saturday. Sustained west winds should reach 30 to 45 mph with gusts of 50 to 60 mph. With winds this strong, we have a high wind warning in effect for most of the viewing area. Also, the air behind the cold front is very dry. Critical fire weather conditions will be met, so most of the area is also under a Red Flag Warning for Saturday. Please be very careful and do all that you can to prevent fires. This includes not throwing cigarette butts out of the window, putting off any welding you had planned, and not parking in grassy areas. If you are in a high profile vehicle, be very careful on the road especially those that are going north-south. Areas of blowing dust are possible tomorrow as well. Highs should be in the mid to upper 60s.
Sunday through Tuesday look dry with mostly sunny skies. Highs should range from the low 60s for the second half of the weekend to the low 70s by Tuesday.
A cold front is expected to move through the area late Wednesday bringing cooler temperatures to the area for Thursday and Friday. There is a slight chance for rain on Wednesday.
Have a super and safe Saturday!
There was quite a bit of cloud cover across the region for most of the day. This helped us to have cooler temperatures with highs in the upper 60s to low 70s. Breezy south winds were also experienced.
It is possible for us to see some strong to severe thunderstorms tonight. A cold front will overtake a dryline that is to our west and move across the area. Combine that with plenty of moisture and a strong upper level trough and you have the ingredients needed to see showers and thunderstorms. We could see some damaging winds, large hail, and maybe a few isolated tornadoes with any severe thunderstorms that develop. In fact, Knox, Stonewall, Haskell, Throckmorton, Fisher, Jones, Shackelford, Stephens, Eastland, Callahan, Taylor, and Nolan counties are under a Tornado Watch until 6 a.m. Saturday morning. It will be windy with winds from the south at 20 to 30 mph. Stronger gusts are expected. Lows look to be in the upper 40s to low 50s.
Very strong winds will be likely Saturday. Sustained west winds should reach 30 to 45 mph with gusts of 50 to 60 mph. With winds this strong, we have a high wind warning in effect for most of the viewing area. Also, the air behind the cold front is very dry. Critical fire weather conditions will be met, so most of the area is also under a Red Flag Warning for Saturday. Please be very careful and do all that you can to prevent fires. This includes not throwing cigarette butts out of the window, putting off any welding you had planned, and not parking in grassy areas. If you are in a high profile vehicle, be very careful on the road especially those that are going north-south. Areas of blowing dust are possible tomorrow as well. Highs should be in the mid to upper 60s.
Sunday through Tuesday look dry with mostly sunny skies. Highs should range from the low 60s for the second half of the weekend to the low 70s by Tuesday.
A cold front is expected to move through the area late Wednesday bringing cooler temperatures to the area for Thursday and Friday. There is a slight chance for rain on Wednesday.
Have a super and safe Saturday!
Thursday, February 22, 2007
Severe Thunderstorms Possible Tomorrow
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
We had a beautiful day here in the Big Country today. Highs were in the mid 70s to low 80s. Winds weren't too bad for much of the day, but by late this afternoon it was a bit breezy from the south-southwest. Moisture began returning to the region, so there was an increase in clouds.
Mostly cloudy skies are expected to be with us through the day tomorrow. This will help cause cooler temperatures with highs in the upper 60s to low 70s. Winds will be from the south at 20 to 25 mph. A dryline should develop in the western portions of the state. It looks to move through our area tomorrow night bringing us the chance for showers as well strong to possibly severe thunderstorms. With the jetstream expected to be in the region during this time period as well, the ingredients are there for us to possibly experience severe weather. The Storm Prediction Center has most of us under a slight risk for severe weather. It looks like Knox, Stonewall, Haskell, and Throckmorton counties are under a moderate risk. This means you have a better chance at seeing damaging winds, large hail, and possibly some tornadoes than the rest of us. As always, we will be keeping a close eye on this situation and keeping you up to date on the latest.
Any showers or thunderstorms in the area should come to an end early Saturday morning. With a strong low pressure system just to our north, we will have very strong winds with us for the first half of the weekend. Sustained winds of 30 to 40 mph look likely with gusts of 50 to 60 mph. With winds expected to be that strong, most of the viewing area is under a High Wind Watch. This means that there is a potential for a hazardous high wind event. There could be areas of blowing dust in the Big Country as well. Any areas that receive rain Friday night will quickly dry back out on Saturday with winds that strong. The entire viewing area is under a Fire Weather Watch for Saturday. This means that critical fire weather conditions are possible. Please be careful with the fire danger. Don't throw cigarette butts out of the window. Put off any welding that you may have had planned. Also, don't park your vehicle in grassy areas. With a cold front moving through the area during the day, highs are expected to be in the mid to upper 60s.
Sunday through Tuesday look dry and less windy. Highs will be in the 60s.
Another cold front is expected to move through the region on Wednesday bringing cooler temperatures to the area on Thursday. There is a slight chance for rain the middle of next week.
Have a fantastic Friday!
We had a beautiful day here in the Big Country today. Highs were in the mid 70s to low 80s. Winds weren't too bad for much of the day, but by late this afternoon it was a bit breezy from the south-southwest. Moisture began returning to the region, so there was an increase in clouds.
Mostly cloudy skies are expected to be with us through the day tomorrow. This will help cause cooler temperatures with highs in the upper 60s to low 70s. Winds will be from the south at 20 to 25 mph. A dryline should develop in the western portions of the state. It looks to move through our area tomorrow night bringing us the chance for showers as well strong to possibly severe thunderstorms. With the jetstream expected to be in the region during this time period as well, the ingredients are there for us to possibly experience severe weather. The Storm Prediction Center has most of us under a slight risk for severe weather. It looks like Knox, Stonewall, Haskell, and Throckmorton counties are under a moderate risk. This means you have a better chance at seeing damaging winds, large hail, and possibly some tornadoes than the rest of us. As always, we will be keeping a close eye on this situation and keeping you up to date on the latest.
Any showers or thunderstorms in the area should come to an end early Saturday morning. With a strong low pressure system just to our north, we will have very strong winds with us for the first half of the weekend. Sustained winds of 30 to 40 mph look likely with gusts of 50 to 60 mph. With winds expected to be that strong, most of the viewing area is under a High Wind Watch. This means that there is a potential for a hazardous high wind event. There could be areas of blowing dust in the Big Country as well. Any areas that receive rain Friday night will quickly dry back out on Saturday with winds that strong. The entire viewing area is under a Fire Weather Watch for Saturday. This means that critical fire weather conditions are possible. Please be careful with the fire danger. Don't throw cigarette butts out of the window. Put off any welding that you may have had planned. Also, don't park your vehicle in grassy areas. With a cold front moving through the area during the day, highs are expected to be in the mid to upper 60s.
Sunday through Tuesday look dry and less windy. Highs will be in the 60s.
Another cold front is expected to move through the region on Wednesday bringing cooler temperatures to the area on Thursday. There is a slight chance for rain the middle of next week.
Have a fantastic Friday!
Wednesday, February 21, 2007
Warm & Dry...For Now
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
The spring-like temperatures continued for us today with highs in the mid to upper 70s. It was a pleasant day with sunny skies and winds not as strong as yesterday.
Thursday will be another beautiful day for us with mostly sunny skies. It should be a little breezy at times with winds from the south-southwest at 10 t0 15 mph. Highs are expected to reach the mid to upper 70s.
An upper level trough looks to move into the region Friday. A surface low pressure system should develop in the Texas and Oklahoma panhandles. This will bring windy conditions back to the Big Country. Winds look to be 20 to 30 mph with gusts of 35 to 40 mph. With moisture back in place and a dryline expected to move across the region late Friday, we have a chance for showers and thunderstorms. Some of these storms could be severe. In fact, the Storm Prediction Center has most of the area under a slight risk for severe weather already. We are still 36 to 48 hours away from possible severe weather conditions and a lot can change between now and then. It is a situation we are keeping a close eye on. Highs for Friday look to reach the low to mid 70s.
Any showers and thunderstorms we have in the area should come to an end Saturday morning. Strong winds will bring cooler and drier air into the region. Highs should reach the mid to upper 60s.
Sunday through next Wednesday look dry with highs in the low to mid 60s.
Have a terrific Thursday!
The spring-like temperatures continued for us today with highs in the mid to upper 70s. It was a pleasant day with sunny skies and winds not as strong as yesterday.
Thursday will be another beautiful day for us with mostly sunny skies. It should be a little breezy at times with winds from the south-southwest at 10 t0 15 mph. Highs are expected to reach the mid to upper 70s.
An upper level trough looks to move into the region Friday. A surface low pressure system should develop in the Texas and Oklahoma panhandles. This will bring windy conditions back to the Big Country. Winds look to be 20 to 30 mph with gusts of 35 to 40 mph. With moisture back in place and a dryline expected to move across the region late Friday, we have a chance for showers and thunderstorms. Some of these storms could be severe. In fact, the Storm Prediction Center has most of the area under a slight risk for severe weather already. We are still 36 to 48 hours away from possible severe weather conditions and a lot can change between now and then. It is a situation we are keeping a close eye on. Highs for Friday look to reach the low to mid 70s.
Any showers and thunderstorms we have in the area should come to an end Saturday morning. Strong winds will bring cooler and drier air into the region. Highs should reach the mid to upper 60s.
Sunday through next Wednesday look dry with highs in the low to mid 60s.
Have a terrific Thursday!
Tuesday, February 20, 2007
Tuesday Night Update
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
We had another warm and windy day across the area. Mostly sunny skies and strong west winds helped us to have highs mainly in the mid to upper 70s. Snyder and Sweetwater were a little cooler with highs in the upper 60s.
The well above average temperatures will remain with us Wednesday and Thursday. Highs look to be in the low to mid 70s. It should not be as windy the next couple of days.
Showers and thunderstorms are possible Friday through early Saturday as a cold front moves through the area. Windy conditions look to return for the end of the work week and continue through the first half of the weekend. Highs on Friday are expected to be in the mid to upper 70s with highs on Saturday in the mid to upper 60s.
Sunday and Monday look dry with temperatures remaining a little bit cooler. Highs should be in the upper 50s to mid 60s.
Another cold front is expected to arrive Monday night into early Tuesday. This front looks to cool our high temperatures down into the low 50s. There is a slight chance for rain on Tuesday as well.
Have a wonderful Wednesday!
We had another warm and windy day across the area. Mostly sunny skies and strong west winds helped us to have highs mainly in the mid to upper 70s. Snyder and Sweetwater were a little cooler with highs in the upper 60s.
The well above average temperatures will remain with us Wednesday and Thursday. Highs look to be in the low to mid 70s. It should not be as windy the next couple of days.
Showers and thunderstorms are possible Friday through early Saturday as a cold front moves through the area. Windy conditions look to return for the end of the work week and continue through the first half of the weekend. Highs on Friday are expected to be in the mid to upper 70s with highs on Saturday in the mid to upper 60s.
Sunday and Monday look dry with temperatures remaining a little bit cooler. Highs should be in the upper 50s to mid 60s.
Another cold front is expected to arrive Monday night into early Tuesday. This front looks to cool our high temperatures down into the low 50s. There is a slight chance for rain on Tuesday as well.
Have a wonderful Wednesday!
Monday, February 19, 2007
Warm & Windy Conditions This Week
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
It was a beautiful day across the Big Country except for the strong southwest winds. Those winds combined with the mostly sunny skies to give us highs in the mid to upper 70s. Most of the area was under a Lake Wind Advisory, Wind Advisory, or Red Flag Warning during the afternoon hours.
The warm and windy conditions look to continue tomorrow under partly cloudy skies. Highs will reach the low to mid 70s with winds from the west at 15 to 25 mph. With strong winds and warm temperatures again on Tuesday, the fire danger will be elevated so be careful.
A weak cold front, really more of a wind shift line, is expected to move through the area tomorrow as well as a weakening upper level low. With these two lifting mechinisms moving into the region, you would think that we have a good chance for rain. That is not the case however as we will likely have a lack of moisture. A shower or thunderstorm can't be completely ruled out late tomorrow and into Wednesday, but the chance is less than slight. Overall, mostly sunny skies look to dominate on Wednesday with highs in the low to mid 70s.
The well above average temperatures will continue on Thursday with mostly sunny skies and highs in the mid to upper 70s.
Skies should turn partly cloudy on Friday, but highs will still manage to reach the upper 70s. It is not out of the question for a few locations to reach 80.
A cold front is expected to move through the area Friday night into early Saturday. There is a slight chance for rain during that time period. Highs for Saturday and Sunday will likely cool down into the mid to upper 60s.
Yet another cold front looks to move through the Big County next Monday cooling our temperatures back down into the 50s for highs with a slight chance for rain.
Have a terrific Tuesday!
It was a beautiful day across the Big Country except for the strong southwest winds. Those winds combined with the mostly sunny skies to give us highs in the mid to upper 70s. Most of the area was under a Lake Wind Advisory, Wind Advisory, or Red Flag Warning during the afternoon hours.
The warm and windy conditions look to continue tomorrow under partly cloudy skies. Highs will reach the low to mid 70s with winds from the west at 15 to 25 mph. With strong winds and warm temperatures again on Tuesday, the fire danger will be elevated so be careful.
A weak cold front, really more of a wind shift line, is expected to move through the area tomorrow as well as a weakening upper level low. With these two lifting mechinisms moving into the region, you would think that we have a good chance for rain. That is not the case however as we will likely have a lack of moisture. A shower or thunderstorm can't be completely ruled out late tomorrow and into Wednesday, but the chance is less than slight. Overall, mostly sunny skies look to dominate on Wednesday with highs in the low to mid 70s.
The well above average temperatures will continue on Thursday with mostly sunny skies and highs in the mid to upper 70s.
Skies should turn partly cloudy on Friday, but highs will still manage to reach the upper 70s. It is not out of the question for a few locations to reach 80.
A cold front is expected to move through the area Friday night into early Saturday. There is a slight chance for rain during that time period. Highs for Saturday and Sunday will likely cool down into the mid to upper 60s.
Yet another cold front looks to move through the Big County next Monday cooling our temperatures back down into the 50s for highs with a slight chance for rain.
Have a terrific Tuesday!
Friday, February 16, 2007
Pleasant, But Breezy Weekend
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
Despite a very cold start this morning with temperatures in the teens across the area, we warmed up nicely this afternoon. Highs were able to reach the low to mid 60s thanks to sunny skies, a dry airmass, and strong southwesterly winds.
A cold front will move through the area overnight bringing us cooler temperatures for Saturday. Highs look to be in the mid 50s to around 60. Winds should remain breezy from the north-northwest. No precipitation is expected with the front.
Sunday looks to be pleasant with mostly sunny skies and highs in the upper 50s to low 60s. Winds will remain breezy, but from the south-southwest.
A little more moisture should work its way back into the region by Monday, President's Day. This will likely lead to partly cloudy skies. With stronger south-southwest winds, highs look to be in the mid 60s to around 70.
A dryline and cold front are expected to move through the Big Country on Tuesday. At this time, there is a 20% chance of showers and thunderstorms that could increase as we get closer to that time period. Highs look to be in the mid 60s to around 70.
There could be a few lingering showers on Wednesday morning. Highs should be in the low to mid 60s under partly cloudy skies.
Thursday and next Friday look dry with highs remaining in the low to mid 60s.
Have a wonderful weekend!
Despite a very cold start this morning with temperatures in the teens across the area, we warmed up nicely this afternoon. Highs were able to reach the low to mid 60s thanks to sunny skies, a dry airmass, and strong southwesterly winds.
A cold front will move through the area overnight bringing us cooler temperatures for Saturday. Highs look to be in the mid 50s to around 60. Winds should remain breezy from the north-northwest. No precipitation is expected with the front.
Sunday looks to be pleasant with mostly sunny skies and highs in the upper 50s to low 60s. Winds will remain breezy, but from the south-southwest.
A little more moisture should work its way back into the region by Monday, President's Day. This will likely lead to partly cloudy skies. With stronger south-southwest winds, highs look to be in the mid 60s to around 70.
A dryline and cold front are expected to move through the Big Country on Tuesday. At this time, there is a 20% chance of showers and thunderstorms that could increase as we get closer to that time period. Highs look to be in the mid 60s to around 70.
There could be a few lingering showers on Wednesday morning. Highs should be in the low to mid 60s under partly cloudy skies.
Thursday and next Friday look dry with highs remaining in the low to mid 60s.
Have a wonderful weekend!
Thursday, February 15, 2007
Warmer Temperatures On Tap For Us
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
We started off with cloudy skies and some light snow this morning, but by this afternoon it was mostly sunny. Despite the sun, most of us were only able to make it into the low 30s for highs. Brownwood managed to make it to 36.
It will be another cold night tonight with lows in the upper teens to low 20s. With a hard freeze across the area, be sure you protect your pets, plants, and pipes.
Friday looks to be much warmer with highs in the upper 50s to low 60s. The reason we will see a rise in temperatures is due to winds from the southwest at 15 to 25 mph.
A weak cold front should move through the region late Friday which will cool us down a little bit for the weekend. Highs on Satuday and Sunday look to be in the upper 50s. No precipitaiton is expected since this frontal passage will be a dry one.
Monday, President's Day, looks to be pleasant with partly cloudy skies and highs in the low to mid 60s.
Our highs should remain in the low to mid 60s Tuesday through next Thursday. An upper level low and cold front are expected to affect the region Tuesday into early Wednesday. This will bring us a 20% chance of showers and thunderstorms.
Have a fantastic Friday!
We started off with cloudy skies and some light snow this morning, but by this afternoon it was mostly sunny. Despite the sun, most of us were only able to make it into the low 30s for highs. Brownwood managed to make it to 36.
It will be another cold night tonight with lows in the upper teens to low 20s. With a hard freeze across the area, be sure you protect your pets, plants, and pipes.
Friday looks to be much warmer with highs in the upper 50s to low 60s. The reason we will see a rise in temperatures is due to winds from the southwest at 15 to 25 mph.
A weak cold front should move through the region late Friday which will cool us down a little bit for the weekend. Highs on Satuday and Sunday look to be in the upper 50s. No precipitaiton is expected since this frontal passage will be a dry one.
Monday, President's Day, looks to be pleasant with partly cloudy skies and highs in the low to mid 60s.
Our highs should remain in the low to mid 60s Tuesday through next Thursday. An upper level low and cold front are expected to affect the region Tuesday into early Wednesday. This will bring us a 20% chance of showers and thunderstorms.
Have a fantastic Friday!
Wednesday, February 14, 2007
A Cold Valentine's Day
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
Happy Valentine's Day everyone! I hope you have had a good day and you were able to stay warm. Highs were mainly in the upper 20s, but a few locations such as Brownwood and Comanche were able to make it into the low to mid 30s. Cloudy skies dominated the area as we saw flurries and light snow showers off and on through the day. Accumulations have ranged from a dusting here in Abilene to a report of an inch in Hermleigh which is southwest of Snyder.
Flurries and snow showers will continue off and on through the overnight hours tonight. Accumulations still look to be light. Most of the area will likely see a dusting to quarter of an inch at best, but some locations may get half an inch to an inch. The county with the best shot at an inch of snow is Knox county which is under a Snow Advisory until 4 a.m. Thursday morning. Any location that receives snow accumulation will probably experience some slick roadways, bridges and overpasses. Be careful if you going to be on the roads tonight or early tomorrow morning. Lows tonight should be in the upper teens to low 20s.
The flurries and light snow should taper off during the morning hours on Thursday. Skies look to clear in the afternoon and it is possible for us to see a little sunshine late in the day. Highs should be in the low to mid 30s, but could be warmer if we break the clouds early enough in the day.
Mostly sunny skies and breezy conditions will return on Friday. Despite a cold start that morning, we should be able to warm up into the upper 50s to low 60s in the afternoon. This will be due to southwesterly winds.
A cold front is expected to move through the area late Friday night into early Saturday morning. This front is Pacific in nature and therefore will not cool us down as much as the one we had move through earlier this week. Highs should be in the mid to upper 50s.
A warming trend looks to continue Sunday through next Wednesday. Highs are expected to range from the upper 50s to mid 60s. There is a slight to 20% chance of rain Monday through Wednesday as an upper level low moves towards the region.
Have a terrific Thursday!
Happy Valentine's Day everyone! I hope you have had a good day and you were able to stay warm. Highs were mainly in the upper 20s, but a few locations such as Brownwood and Comanche were able to make it into the low to mid 30s. Cloudy skies dominated the area as we saw flurries and light snow showers off and on through the day. Accumulations have ranged from a dusting here in Abilene to a report of an inch in Hermleigh which is southwest of Snyder.
Flurries and snow showers will continue off and on through the overnight hours tonight. Accumulations still look to be light. Most of the area will likely see a dusting to quarter of an inch at best, but some locations may get half an inch to an inch. The county with the best shot at an inch of snow is Knox county which is under a Snow Advisory until 4 a.m. Thursday morning. Any location that receives snow accumulation will probably experience some slick roadways, bridges and overpasses. Be careful if you going to be on the roads tonight or early tomorrow morning. Lows tonight should be in the upper teens to low 20s.
The flurries and light snow should taper off during the morning hours on Thursday. Skies look to clear in the afternoon and it is possible for us to see a little sunshine late in the day. Highs should be in the low to mid 30s, but could be warmer if we break the clouds early enough in the day.
Mostly sunny skies and breezy conditions will return on Friday. Despite a cold start that morning, we should be able to warm up into the upper 50s to low 60s in the afternoon. This will be due to southwesterly winds.
A cold front is expected to move through the area late Friday night into early Saturday morning. This front is Pacific in nature and therefore will not cool us down as much as the one we had move through earlier this week. Highs should be in the mid to upper 50s.
A warming trend looks to continue Sunday through next Wednesday. Highs are expected to range from the upper 50s to mid 60s. There is a slight to 20% chance of rain Monday through Wednesday as an upper level low moves towards the region.
Have a terrific Thursday!
Tuesday, February 13, 2007
Snow Possible Across The Big Country
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
We had much cooler temperatures today thanks to the cold front that moved through last night. Skies were mostly cloudy this morning, but by this afternoon it was mostly sunny. Highs were in the 40s.
An upper level trough is set up over the southwestern portions of the country right now. It will be moving eastward tonight through early Thursday. Upper level disturbances are expected to affect the Big Country during that time period. With temperatures remaining at or below freezing tonight through early Thursday, we have a chance for snow. At this time, there are no advisories or warnings in effect for the viewing area. Accumulations, if any, look to be light. Most of us could see a dusting to half an inch. In the southern communities, a dusting is probably the best that will be seen. Temperatures may get just above freezing in those locations which will limit snow totals. The portion of the viewing area that has the best shot at seeing an inch is in Knox and Stonewall counties.
Flurries and light snow showers should come to an end by early Thursday afternoon. With mostly cloudy skies expected to continue that day as well as cold arctic air remaining in place, highs should only make it into the mid 30s.
We warm things up dramatically on Friday with highs in the upper 50s to low 60s. That will be thanks in part to winds from the southwest.
A cold front should move through the region late Friday night into early Saturday. This looks to be a dry frontal passage and temperatures will only cool down a little bit. Highs are expected to be in the mid 50s.
We will likely return to and above seasonal averages for temperatures Sunday through Tuesday. There is a slight chance for rain on Monday.
Have a wonderful Wednesday!
We had much cooler temperatures today thanks to the cold front that moved through last night. Skies were mostly cloudy this morning, but by this afternoon it was mostly sunny. Highs were in the 40s.
An upper level trough is set up over the southwestern portions of the country right now. It will be moving eastward tonight through early Thursday. Upper level disturbances are expected to affect the Big Country during that time period. With temperatures remaining at or below freezing tonight through early Thursday, we have a chance for snow. At this time, there are no advisories or warnings in effect for the viewing area. Accumulations, if any, look to be light. Most of us could see a dusting to half an inch. In the southern communities, a dusting is probably the best that will be seen. Temperatures may get just above freezing in those locations which will limit snow totals. The portion of the viewing area that has the best shot at seeing an inch is in Knox and Stonewall counties.
Flurries and light snow showers should come to an end by early Thursday afternoon. With mostly cloudy skies expected to continue that day as well as cold arctic air remaining in place, highs should only make it into the mid 30s.
We warm things up dramatically on Friday with highs in the upper 50s to low 60s. That will be thanks in part to winds from the southwest.
A cold front should move through the region late Friday night into early Saturday. This looks to be a dry frontal passage and temperatures will only cool down a little bit. Highs are expected to be in the mid 50s.
We will likely return to and above seasonal averages for temperatures Sunday through Tuesday. There is a slight chance for rain on Monday.
Have a wonderful Wednesday!
Monday, February 12, 2007
Cold Temperatures On The Way
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
We started off this morning with cloudy skies as well as showers and thunderstorms. By this afternoon, it was sunny and warm. Highs today were in the low to mid 70s.
A cold front moved through the Big Country this evening. Our temperatures will be much colder for the next few days. Mostly cloudy skies should return overnight and remain into tomorrow. Highs look to be in the low to mid 40s with windy conditions from the north-northeast.
It will be a cold Valentine's Day for us this year. Highs should be right around the freezing mark under mostly cloudy skies. There is a 30% chance of wintry precipitation. It will mainly be snow and some sleet, but freezing rain can't be ruled out for the southern portions of the viewing area. Accumulations, if any, look to be light right now. Looking at this situation overall, the temperatures should be cold enough and lift will be provided by the disturbances. The main question is moisture. At this time, I'm a little concerned that there may not be enough for us to see much more than a few flurries. There are no winter advisories or watches for the area at this time. We will continue to keep you updated with the latest on this next possible round of wintry weather.
There could be some lingering flurries or light snow showers Thursday morning as the disturbance moves out of the area. Skies will remain mostly cloudy with highs in the mid 30s.
Friday through Monday look dry with temperatures returning closer to seasonal averages.
Have a terrific Tuesday!
We started off this morning with cloudy skies as well as showers and thunderstorms. By this afternoon, it was sunny and warm. Highs today were in the low to mid 70s.
A cold front moved through the Big Country this evening. Our temperatures will be much colder for the next few days. Mostly cloudy skies should return overnight and remain into tomorrow. Highs look to be in the low to mid 40s with windy conditions from the north-northeast.
It will be a cold Valentine's Day for us this year. Highs should be right around the freezing mark under mostly cloudy skies. There is a 30% chance of wintry precipitation. It will mainly be snow and some sleet, but freezing rain can't be ruled out for the southern portions of the viewing area. Accumulations, if any, look to be light right now. Looking at this situation overall, the temperatures should be cold enough and lift will be provided by the disturbances. The main question is moisture. At this time, I'm a little concerned that there may not be enough for us to see much more than a few flurries. There are no winter advisories or watches for the area at this time. We will continue to keep you updated with the latest on this next possible round of wintry weather.
There could be some lingering flurries or light snow showers Thursday morning as the disturbance moves out of the area. Skies will remain mostly cloudy with highs in the mid 30s.
Friday through Monday look dry with temperatures returning closer to seasonal averages.
Have a terrific Tuesday!
Friday, February 09, 2007
Friday Night Update
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
Overcast skies and fog continued across the Big Country today. This helped to keep us chilly with highs in the mid 30s to low 40s. The other reason temperatures remained below average is due to a cold front that remains stalled to our south and west.
This front will stay put through tomorrow which will keep our temperatures chilly. With mostly cloudy skies and areas of morning fog expected to continue, highs look to be in the low to mid 40s. If the clouds and fog hold strong like they have the past couple of days, then most locations may not make it past the upper 30s for a high. There is a slight chance for some drizzle and showers as an upper level disturbance moves through the area.
The cold front that has been stalled to our south and west is expected to move back to the north as a warm front late Saturday into early Sunday. This means warmer temperatures for the second half of the weekend. Despite mostly cloudy skies, highs look to be in the mid to upper 60s. There is a slight chance for drizzle and showers on Sunday.
A dryline and upper level disturbance should move through the area on Monday. This will bring us a 30% chance for showers and thunderstorms. Highs look to be in the upper 60s to low 70s under partly cloudy skies.
A cold front is expected to move through the Big Country late Monday into early Tuesday. This front will have arctic air behind it so below average temperatures will return. Highs look to be in the low to mid 40s under partly cloudy skies.
There is a chance for us to see wintry precipitation Tuesday night through Thursday morning. Our best chance will likely be on Wednesday, Valentine's Day. That chance is 30% right now, but could increase or decrease as we get closer to that time period. Highs on Wednesday should be in the low to mid 30s. We will continue to keep you updated on this latest shot at wintry precpitation.
Have a super Saturday!
Overcast skies and fog continued across the Big Country today. This helped to keep us chilly with highs in the mid 30s to low 40s. The other reason temperatures remained below average is due to a cold front that remains stalled to our south and west.
This front will stay put through tomorrow which will keep our temperatures chilly. With mostly cloudy skies and areas of morning fog expected to continue, highs look to be in the low to mid 40s. If the clouds and fog hold strong like they have the past couple of days, then most locations may not make it past the upper 30s for a high. There is a slight chance for some drizzle and showers as an upper level disturbance moves through the area.
The cold front that has been stalled to our south and west is expected to move back to the north as a warm front late Saturday into early Sunday. This means warmer temperatures for the second half of the weekend. Despite mostly cloudy skies, highs look to be in the mid to upper 60s. There is a slight chance for drizzle and showers on Sunday.
A dryline and upper level disturbance should move through the area on Monday. This will bring us a 30% chance for showers and thunderstorms. Highs look to be in the upper 60s to low 70s under partly cloudy skies.
A cold front is expected to move through the Big Country late Monday into early Tuesday. This front will have arctic air behind it so below average temperatures will return. Highs look to be in the low to mid 40s under partly cloudy skies.
There is a chance for us to see wintry precipitation Tuesday night through Thursday morning. Our best chance will likely be on Wednesday, Valentine's Day. That chance is 30% right now, but could increase or decrease as we get closer to that time period. Highs on Wednesday should be in the low to mid 30s. We will continue to keep you updated on this latest shot at wintry precpitation.
Have a super Saturday!
Thursday, February 08, 2007
Thursday Night Update
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
What a difference a day makes! Yesterday, it felt like spring. Today, winter came back with full force. With fog and overcast skies most of the day, we only managed to make it to the mid 30s to low 40s for highs.
Mostly cloudy skies should remain across the area tonight and through the day tomorrow. There will likely be some areas of fog overnight and into the morning hours Friday. Lows look to be in the upper 20s to low 30s Thursday night. If there is enough mist overnight, it is not out of the question to have a light glaze on elevated objects such as your car. Well above freezing temperatures are expected tomorrow as highs should make it into the mid to upper 40s.
The cold front that passed through the Big Country yesterday will remain stalled to our south and west on Saturday. An upper level disturbance looks to move through the area bringing us a 20% chance for rain. Highs will likely be in the upper 40s to around 50 under mostly cloudy skies.
The stalled cold front is expected to move back to the north on Sunday as a warm front. Mostly cloudy skies should remain with highs in the mid to upper 50s. There is a slight chance for rain for the second half of the weekend.
Our best chance for rain in the next seven days looks to be on Monday. A dryline and upper level disturbance look to move through the region that day. We have a 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms. Highs are expected to be in the mid to upper 60s.
A cold front should move through the region late Monday into early Tuesday. Arcitc air will be behind this front so well below average temperatures look to return. There is a slight chance for rain on Tuesday with highs in the low to mid 40s.
Wintry precipitation could return Tuesday night and into Wednesday. An upper level disturbance looks to move through the region at that time. If temperatures are cold enough, then we could see some snow or maybe some sleet during that time period. It is a situation that we are keeping a close eye on. We will continue to keep you updated on this.
Have a fantastic Friday!
What a difference a day makes! Yesterday, it felt like spring. Today, winter came back with full force. With fog and overcast skies most of the day, we only managed to make it to the mid 30s to low 40s for highs.
Mostly cloudy skies should remain across the area tonight and through the day tomorrow. There will likely be some areas of fog overnight and into the morning hours Friday. Lows look to be in the upper 20s to low 30s Thursday night. If there is enough mist overnight, it is not out of the question to have a light glaze on elevated objects such as your car. Well above freezing temperatures are expected tomorrow as highs should make it into the mid to upper 40s.
The cold front that passed through the Big Country yesterday will remain stalled to our south and west on Saturday. An upper level disturbance looks to move through the area bringing us a 20% chance for rain. Highs will likely be in the upper 40s to around 50 under mostly cloudy skies.
The stalled cold front is expected to move back to the north on Sunday as a warm front. Mostly cloudy skies should remain with highs in the mid to upper 50s. There is a slight chance for rain for the second half of the weekend.
Our best chance for rain in the next seven days looks to be on Monday. A dryline and upper level disturbance look to move through the region that day. We have a 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms. Highs are expected to be in the mid to upper 60s.
A cold front should move through the region late Monday into early Tuesday. Arcitc air will be behind this front so well below average temperatures look to return. There is a slight chance for rain on Tuesday with highs in the low to mid 40s.
Wintry precipitation could return Tuesday night and into Wednesday. An upper level disturbance looks to move through the region at that time. If temperatures are cold enough, then we could see some snow or maybe some sleet during that time period. It is a situation that we are keeping a close eye on. We will continue to keep you updated on this.
Have a fantastic Friday!
Wednesday, February 07, 2007
Wednesday Night Update
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
The early taste of spring continued here in the Big Country today as temperatures were well above average for this time of year. Highs were mainly in the mid to upper 70s. We were able to have another warm day because the cold front that was expected to arrive by mid afternoon didn't get here until the late afternoon and evening hours.
Tomorrow will be much colder than what we have had so far this week. Highs should be in the upper 40s to low 50s. That is about 25 degrees colder than what we had for highs today. It looks like our sky will be mainly mostly cloudy, but could be partly cloudy at times.
Partly cloudy skies should remain on Friday with highs in the low to mid 50s. There is a slight chance for rain Friday night.
A slight to 20% chance for rain continues Saturday and Sunday due to a couple of upper level disturbances moving through the area. Highs on both days look to be in the upper 40s to mid 50s under mostly cloudy skies.
The cold front that passed us by earlier today will be stalled out to our south and west for the second half of the week. That front looks to move back to the north late Sunday and into Monday as a warm front. It is on Monday that we have our best chance for showers and even some thunderstorms. That chance is 30% right now, but may increase as we get closer to that time period. Highs to start the next work week should be in the upper 50s to around 60.
Cold air looks to take hold over the region again on Tuesday and Wednesday with highs in the mid 40s to around 50. There is a slight chance for rain the middle of next week.
Have a terrific Thursday!
The early taste of spring continued here in the Big Country today as temperatures were well above average for this time of year. Highs were mainly in the mid to upper 70s. We were able to have another warm day because the cold front that was expected to arrive by mid afternoon didn't get here until the late afternoon and evening hours.
Tomorrow will be much colder than what we have had so far this week. Highs should be in the upper 40s to low 50s. That is about 25 degrees colder than what we had for highs today. It looks like our sky will be mainly mostly cloudy, but could be partly cloudy at times.
Partly cloudy skies should remain on Friday with highs in the low to mid 50s. There is a slight chance for rain Friday night.
A slight to 20% chance for rain continues Saturday and Sunday due to a couple of upper level disturbances moving through the area. Highs on both days look to be in the upper 40s to mid 50s under mostly cloudy skies.
The cold front that passed us by earlier today will be stalled out to our south and west for the second half of the week. That front looks to move back to the north late Sunday and into Monday as a warm front. It is on Monday that we have our best chance for showers and even some thunderstorms. That chance is 30% right now, but may increase as we get closer to that time period. Highs to start the next work week should be in the upper 50s to around 60.
Cold air looks to take hold over the region again on Tuesday and Wednesday with highs in the mid 40s to around 50. There is a slight chance for rain the middle of next week.
Have a terrific Thursday!
Tuesday, February 06, 2007
Cooler Temperatures On The Horizon
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
It was another pleasant day across the Big Country with sunny skies and breezy south-southwest winds. Highs reached the low 70s. Today was the warmest day we have had since early January, which was the last time we had temperatures in the low 70s.
Wednesday looks to be another comfortable day with above average temperatures. Highs should reach the upper 60s to around 70. Enjoy it because a cold front is expected to arrive in the late afternoon hours. With this front moving in, we should see partly cloudy skies return.
Thursday and Friday look to be dry with partly cloudy skies. Highs on both days will likely be in the low to mid 50s. This is about 15 to 20 degrees cooler than what we have experienced so far this week.
The cold front that is expected to pass us by on Wednesday should remain stalled to our south and west this weekend. Some upper level disturbances look to head our way Saturday and Sunday. There is a 20% chance of showers. Highs should be in the upper 40s to around 50 under mostly cloudy skies.
Monday looks to be the day when we have our best chance for showers and even thunderstorms. That chance is 30% right now, but could increase as we get closer to that time period. The reason for our increased chance of precipitation is due to the stalled cold front moving back north as a warm front and the dryline possibly making it into the area. Highs on Monday look to be in the mid 50s.
Have a wonderful Wednesday!
It was another pleasant day across the Big Country with sunny skies and breezy south-southwest winds. Highs reached the low 70s. Today was the warmest day we have had since early January, which was the last time we had temperatures in the low 70s.
Wednesday looks to be another comfortable day with above average temperatures. Highs should reach the upper 60s to around 70. Enjoy it because a cold front is expected to arrive in the late afternoon hours. With this front moving in, we should see partly cloudy skies return.
Thursday and Friday look to be dry with partly cloudy skies. Highs on both days will likely be in the low to mid 50s. This is about 15 to 20 degrees cooler than what we have experienced so far this week.
The cold front that is expected to pass us by on Wednesday should remain stalled to our south and west this weekend. Some upper level disturbances look to head our way Saturday and Sunday. There is a 20% chance of showers. Highs should be in the upper 40s to around 50 under mostly cloudy skies.
Monday looks to be the day when we have our best chance for showers and even thunderstorms. That chance is 30% right now, but could increase as we get closer to that time period. The reason for our increased chance of precipitation is due to the stalled cold front moving back north as a warm front and the dryline possibly making it into the area. Highs on Monday look to be in the mid 50s.
Have a wonderful Wednesday!
Friday, February 02, 2007
Warmer Temperatures This Weekend
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
We had snow move through the Big Country overnight and into this morning. Accumulations of 1 to 4 inches were reported north of Interstate 20 with the highest amounts in Haskell and Throckmorton counties. Here in Abilene, the airport reported three tenths of an inch. Skies remained overcast for much of the day, but late this afternoon breaks occurred. Highs were mainly in the low to mid 30s, but a few of our southern communities made it into the upper 30s.
The entire viewing area should see a hard freeze tonight with lows mainly in the low to mid 20s. The northern portions of the viewing area should be even colder with a snow pack remaining in that area. Lows will likely be in the upper teens to around 20. With temperatures this cold, be sure to protect your pets, plants, and pipes. Also, be careful if you are going to be out and about tonight and early tomorrow. Any water that is out there
could freeze. It is possible for us to see some patchy fog as well.
Warmer temperatures will return this weekend thanks in part to west and southwesterly winds. Skies look to be mostly sunny with highs in the 50s. Some areas could see highs in the low 60s on Sunday.
A backdoor cold front is expected to move into the area late Monday into early Tuesday. A backdoor cold front for us is one that approaches from the east or northeast. Highs for the beginning of the next work week look to be in the low to mid 50s.
Wednesday through next Friday should be mostly cloudy with highs in the low 50s. An upper level disturbance may bring us some rain during that time period. Right now that chance for rain is slight to 20%.
Have a super Saturday!
We had snow move through the Big Country overnight and into this morning. Accumulations of 1 to 4 inches were reported north of Interstate 20 with the highest amounts in Haskell and Throckmorton counties. Here in Abilene, the airport reported three tenths of an inch. Skies remained overcast for much of the day, but late this afternoon breaks occurred. Highs were mainly in the low to mid 30s, but a few of our southern communities made it into the upper 30s.
The entire viewing area should see a hard freeze tonight with lows mainly in the low to mid 20s. The northern portions of the viewing area should be even colder with a snow pack remaining in that area. Lows will likely be in the upper teens to around 20. With temperatures this cold, be sure to protect your pets, plants, and pipes. Also, be careful if you are going to be out and about tonight and early tomorrow. Any water that is out there
could freeze. It is possible for us to see some patchy fog as well.
Warmer temperatures will return this weekend thanks in part to west and southwesterly winds. Skies look to be mostly sunny with highs in the 50s. Some areas could see highs in the low 60s on Sunday.
A backdoor cold front is expected to move into the area late Monday into early Tuesday. A backdoor cold front for us is one that approaches from the east or northeast. Highs for the beginning of the next work week look to be in the low to mid 50s.
Wednesday through next Friday should be mostly cloudy with highs in the low 50s. An upper level disturbance may bring us some rain during that time period. Right now that chance for rain is slight to 20%.
Have a super Saturday!
Arctic Air Arrives
It’s Winter Wonderland once again. We saw the rain, sleet and snow yesterday across the Big Country as a few disturbances got pushed our way from an upper level low. Accumulations were anywhere from 1-4 inches with the greatest in the Northern counties. Haskell and Throckmorton had a report of 2-4 inches.
We should end the main activity by the afternoon but light flurries could be possible even into the overnight. Accumulations of 1-2 inches are still possible. With an arctic front that made its way through the area this morning, temperatures will remain cold today staying with highs in the 30’s and overnight reaching down to the 20’s.
After this system finally pushes out we should be able to start a slight warming trend with highs by Sunday in the lower 50’s and partly cloudy skies.
Please be careful driving, especially on the bridges and overpasses.
Have a great weekend!
We should end the main activity by the afternoon but light flurries could be possible even into the overnight. Accumulations of 1-2 inches are still possible. With an arctic front that made its way through the area this morning, temperatures will remain cold today staying with highs in the 30’s and overnight reaching down to the 20’s.
After this system finally pushes out we should be able to start a slight warming trend with highs by Sunday in the lower 50’s and partly cloudy skies.
Please be careful driving, especially on the bridges and overpasses.
Have a great weekend!
Thursday, February 01, 2007
More Snow In The Big Country
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
An upper level disturbance moved through the area this morning and into the early afternoon. It brought rain, sleet, and even some snow to the region. At Abilene Regional Airport, we recorded 0.27" of rain and a trace of snow. Temperatures remained in the mid to upper 30s during the day thanks to the cloudy skies and precipitation.
Another upper level disturbance will move through the Big Country tonight bringing another round of wintry precipitation. With the snow possible overnight and through tomorrow morning, several counties are under a Winter Weather Advisory. The counties are Haskell, Throckmorton, Fisher, Jones, Shackelford, Nolan, Taylor, and Callahan. The advisory is in effect until 6 a.m. Friday morning. Stephens county is under a Winter Weather Advisory until noon on Friday. Scurry county is under a Snow Advisory until 4 a.m. Friday morning. Stonewall county is under a Snow Advisory until 6 a.m. Friday. Knox county is also under a Snow Advisory until noon Friday. It is in these areas where 1 to 3 inches of snow accumulation is likely. Grassy and elevated surfaces as well as bridges and overpasses are the main spots where the snow will accumulate. This means there will be some slick spots around the area tonight and tomorrow so be careful if you are going to be out and about. Lows tonight will be in the upper 20s to low 30s.
The snow should taper off by the early afternoon hours tomorrow. A cold front should have moved through the area by early morning. Highs look to be mainly in the low to mid 30s. It is possible for us to see some flurries Friday night into early Saturday.
Partly cloudy skies and warmer afternoon temperatures should return this weekend. Highs on Saturday look to reach the upper 30s to low 40s. On Sunday we expect to have highs in the upper 40s to low 50s.
Monday and Tuesday will likely be dry with partly cloudy skies and highs in the upper 40s to low 50s.
A slight chance for rain returns on Wednesday and next Thursday. Skies look to be mostly cloudy with highs in the low 50s.
Have a fantastic Friday!
An upper level disturbance moved through the area this morning and into the early afternoon. It brought rain, sleet, and even some snow to the region. At Abilene Regional Airport, we recorded 0.27" of rain and a trace of snow. Temperatures remained in the mid to upper 30s during the day thanks to the cloudy skies and precipitation.
Another upper level disturbance will move through the Big Country tonight bringing another round of wintry precipitation. With the snow possible overnight and through tomorrow morning, several counties are under a Winter Weather Advisory. The counties are Haskell, Throckmorton, Fisher, Jones, Shackelford, Nolan, Taylor, and Callahan. The advisory is in effect until 6 a.m. Friday morning. Stephens county is under a Winter Weather Advisory until noon on Friday. Scurry county is under a Snow Advisory until 4 a.m. Friday morning. Stonewall county is under a Snow Advisory until 6 a.m. Friday. Knox county is also under a Snow Advisory until noon Friday. It is in these areas where 1 to 3 inches of snow accumulation is likely. Grassy and elevated surfaces as well as bridges and overpasses are the main spots where the snow will accumulate. This means there will be some slick spots around the area tonight and tomorrow so be careful if you are going to be out and about. Lows tonight will be in the upper 20s to low 30s.
The snow should taper off by the early afternoon hours tomorrow. A cold front should have moved through the area by early morning. Highs look to be mainly in the low to mid 30s. It is possible for us to see some flurries Friday night into early Saturday.
Partly cloudy skies and warmer afternoon temperatures should return this weekend. Highs on Saturday look to reach the upper 30s to low 40s. On Sunday we expect to have highs in the upper 40s to low 50s.
Monday and Tuesday will likely be dry with partly cloudy skies and highs in the upper 40s to low 50s.
A slight chance for rain returns on Wednesday and next Thursday. Skies look to be mostly cloudy with highs in the low 50s.
Have a fantastic Friday!
Cold Weekend Ahead!
Good Morning Meteorologist Kristen Connolly…
Yesterday morning we had a few showers across the Big Country. But with a break in the clouds we quickly raised our temperature into the 50’s with some sunshine. The clouds rolled back in into the evening and overnight we so some showers once again ending January with extra rain in the bucket!
Today we will have a chance for a morning shower with cloudy skies as an upper level low is passing by. With this quick moving system clouds will begin to break by early afternoon and we will see partly sunny skies with temperatures topping off around 50 degrees. Into the overnight we will see partly cloudy skies with lows getting down to the lower 30’s.
Tomorrow a strong artic front will be blasting through our area this is going to help makes highs only in the 30’s a very cool start to the weekend. Dependent on the timing of the front we could see falling temperatures or a cool day all day long. Best chance for precipitation will be into the overnight Friday into Saturday as temperatures drop into the mid 20’s. This would allow for light snow with very little accumulation possible. Saturday will be a cool day as well with highs again in the upper 30’s, a great day to make an indoor fire.
By Sunday we should warm back to around 50 degrees and stay steady there into the beginning of the work week. Lows will be around 30 degrees with partly cloudy skies.
Have a great Thursday!
Yesterday morning we had a few showers across the Big Country. But with a break in the clouds we quickly raised our temperature into the 50’s with some sunshine. The clouds rolled back in into the evening and overnight we so some showers once again ending January with extra rain in the bucket!
Today we will have a chance for a morning shower with cloudy skies as an upper level low is passing by. With this quick moving system clouds will begin to break by early afternoon and we will see partly sunny skies with temperatures topping off around 50 degrees. Into the overnight we will see partly cloudy skies with lows getting down to the lower 30’s.
Tomorrow a strong artic front will be blasting through our area this is going to help makes highs only in the 30’s a very cool start to the weekend. Dependent on the timing of the front we could see falling temperatures or a cool day all day long. Best chance for precipitation will be into the overnight Friday into Saturday as temperatures drop into the mid 20’s. This would allow for light snow with very little accumulation possible. Saturday will be a cool day as well with highs again in the upper 30’s, a great day to make an indoor fire.
By Sunday we should warm back to around 50 degrees and stay steady there into the beginning of the work week. Lows will be around 30 degrees with partly cloudy skies.
Have a great Thursday!
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