From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
We have had another night of severe thunderstorms here in the Big Country. They were in Fisher, Jones, Coke, Runnels and Coleman counties. These storms were capable of producing nickel to golf ball size hail. There were reports of some wind damage in Runnels county due to straightline winds. A tornado was reported two miles southeast of Rowena in southern Runnels county. There may have been some damage in that area. It is still being investigated at this time. We will update you with any new information as it is received.
An upper level low that is currently in the Texas panhandle will continue to move east-northeast into central Oklahoma tomorrow. We still have a chance for more showers and thunderstorms tonight through tomorrow night due to the system. It is not out of the question to see some of these storms reach severe limits. The chance for rain is 40%. Highs tomorrow look to be in the mid to upper 70s.
Another upper level low is expected to move in from west towards our area Wednesday and Thursday. This will keep the chance for showers and thunderstorms in the forecast for this time period. The chance right now ranges from 40% on Wednesday to 30% on Thursday. It could increase as we get a better handle on the exact track of this low. It is possible for any storms we see during that period to reach severe limits as well. Highs should range from the upper 70s to low 80s.
Friday and Saturday look dry for now with highs in the mid to upper 80s under partly cloudy skies.
A big trough is expected to set up in the western parts of the country this weekend. It may dig far enough to the south and move just enough east Sunday and next Monday to send some disturbances our way. It could also push the dryline into the region. The chance for rain is 20%, but that will likely increase if this trough pans out as it looks right now.
Have a terrific Tuesday!
Monday, April 30, 2007
Monday Morning Forecast
Good Morning from Morning Meteorologist Kristen Connolly…
We had a two fold weekend across the area with beautiful sunny skies Saturday changing to a stormy Sunday. An upper level low picked up some speed causing the activity to develop Sunday afternoon around the Big Country. Storms produced winds in excess of 50 mph and hail as big as quarters.
This morning the severe storms exited the area around 2 am with scattered showers continuing and heavy rainfall in our southern and eastern counties. Here in Abilene we saw near a record rainfall yesterday receiving 1.33 inches of rain just .2 on an inch shy of our 1.53 record. With the heavy amount of rain we had flash flood watches in effect until 7 am for most of the area.
This morning will be a damp start with a scattered showers, wet roads and temperatures in the lower 60’s. With daytime heating scattered showers and thunderstorms could develop again as early as late morning. With these storms we can see the possibility of heavy rainfall and again severe storms. As the low moves from south Texas to the Northeast we could see storms into the overnight and morning hours tomorrow. This system should exit by tomorrow afternoon with another one right on its heels. Temperatures will be in the mid 70’s today and tomorrow.
Wednesday and Thursday another upper level low tracks towards our region, with this next system we have the possibility to see showers and thunderstorms. Right now the track looks to be over our area this could again mean strong storms and heavy rainfall, we will definitely keep a close eye on this system as the track can change. Temperatures will be in the lower 80’s with overnight lows in the lower 60’s.
The weekend looks to be the nice with partly cloudy skies and temperatures in the mid 80’s with lows in the mid 60’s.
Have a great week!
We had a two fold weekend across the area with beautiful sunny skies Saturday changing to a stormy Sunday. An upper level low picked up some speed causing the activity to develop Sunday afternoon around the Big Country. Storms produced winds in excess of 50 mph and hail as big as quarters.
This morning the severe storms exited the area around 2 am with scattered showers continuing and heavy rainfall in our southern and eastern counties. Here in Abilene we saw near a record rainfall yesterday receiving 1.33 inches of rain just .2 on an inch shy of our 1.53 record. With the heavy amount of rain we had flash flood watches in effect until 7 am for most of the area.
This morning will be a damp start with a scattered showers, wet roads and temperatures in the lower 60’s. With daytime heating scattered showers and thunderstorms could develop again as early as late morning. With these storms we can see the possibility of heavy rainfall and again severe storms. As the low moves from south Texas to the Northeast we could see storms into the overnight and morning hours tomorrow. This system should exit by tomorrow afternoon with another one right on its heels. Temperatures will be in the mid 70’s today and tomorrow.
Wednesday and Thursday another upper level low tracks towards our region, with this next system we have the possibility to see showers and thunderstorms. Right now the track looks to be over our area this could again mean strong storms and heavy rainfall, we will definitely keep a close eye on this system as the track can change. Temperatures will be in the lower 80’s with overnight lows in the lower 60’s.
The weekend looks to be the nice with partly cloudy skies and temperatures in the mid 80’s with lows in the mid 60’s.
Have a great week!
Friday, April 27, 2007
Friday Night Update
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
Warm temperatures returned to the Big Country today with highs in the low 80s. Skies were mostly sunny to partly cloudy. Winds were breezy from the south.
It is not out of the question for us to see a stray shower or thunderstorm tonight through tomorrow night. Tonight's small chance for rain is due to an upper level trough that is passing us just to northwest. Tomorrow's rain chance is due to an upper level low that is sitting in the Baja California region. It could send a disturbance our way. Highs on Saturday should be in the low 80s.
Rain chances pick up to 20% for Sunday as the Baja low begins moving towards the area. The best chance for showers and thunderstorms will be in the western portions of the viewing area late in the day and into evening. Highs will likely continue to be in the low 80s.
The low is expected to pass close to the area Monday and Tuesday. This will be our best chance at rain over the next seven days. That chance is 30%. It is possible that any storms we see could reach severe limits, but at this time there are no risks for our area. Highs during this time period look to be in the upper 70s to around 80.
Another upper level system could pass through or close to the area on Wednesday and Thursday. It is not expected to be as strong as the low on Monday and Tuesday, so rain chances are 20%. Highs should be in the low 80s.
Have a super Saturday!
Warm temperatures returned to the Big Country today with highs in the low 80s. Skies were mostly sunny to partly cloudy. Winds were breezy from the south.
It is not out of the question for us to see a stray shower or thunderstorm tonight through tomorrow night. Tonight's small chance for rain is due to an upper level trough that is passing us just to northwest. Tomorrow's rain chance is due to an upper level low that is sitting in the Baja California region. It could send a disturbance our way. Highs on Saturday should be in the low 80s.
Rain chances pick up to 20% for Sunday as the Baja low begins moving towards the area. The best chance for showers and thunderstorms will be in the western portions of the viewing area late in the day and into evening. Highs will likely continue to be in the low 80s.
The low is expected to pass close to the area Monday and Tuesday. This will be our best chance at rain over the next seven days. That chance is 30%. It is possible that any storms we see could reach severe limits, but at this time there are no risks for our area. Highs during this time period look to be in the upper 70s to around 80.
Another upper level system could pass through or close to the area on Wednesday and Thursday. It is not expected to be as strong as the low on Monday and Tuesday, so rain chances are 20%. Highs should be in the low 80s.
Have a super Saturday!
Friday Update
Good Morning from Morning Meteorologist Kristen Connolly…
We saw a picture perfect day across the area yesterday afternoon. It was a cool start with temperatures dipping into the mid 40’s but quickly with the afternoon sunshine they reached into the lower 70’s. Along with the warmth we saw a break in the winds only blowing from 5-10 mph.
The high pressure system that brought us plenty of sunshine yesterday has finally pushed off towards the east helping to kick in some moisture as our winds have switched to the Southeast. With an upper level trough just to our North the chance for thunderstorms will be possible. The best chance will be North of I-20 which is currently under a slight risk from the Storm Prediction Center for severe storms, however a scatted storm around the Big Country can’t be ruled out. Temperatures will finally return to around average at 80 degrees. Overnight we will continue the chances for thunderstorms with lows in the upper 50’s.
An upper level low over the Baja Peninsula could throw a few disturbances our way tomorrow. This will keep in the chance a shower or thunderstorm. Otherwise we will see partly cloudy skies with temperatures in the lower 80’s to upper 50’s.
Early next week the upper level low will move towards our area keeping in the chance for thunderstorms. Temperatures will stay in the lower 80’s with lows in the lower 60’s .
Have a great day!
We saw a picture perfect day across the area yesterday afternoon. It was a cool start with temperatures dipping into the mid 40’s but quickly with the afternoon sunshine they reached into the lower 70’s. Along with the warmth we saw a break in the winds only blowing from 5-10 mph.
The high pressure system that brought us plenty of sunshine yesterday has finally pushed off towards the east helping to kick in some moisture as our winds have switched to the Southeast. With an upper level trough just to our North the chance for thunderstorms will be possible. The best chance will be North of I-20 which is currently under a slight risk from the Storm Prediction Center for severe storms, however a scatted storm around the Big Country can’t be ruled out. Temperatures will finally return to around average at 80 degrees. Overnight we will continue the chances for thunderstorms with lows in the upper 50’s.
An upper level low over the Baja Peninsula could throw a few disturbances our way tomorrow. This will keep in the chance a shower or thunderstorm. Otherwise we will see partly cloudy skies with temperatures in the lower 80’s to upper 50’s.
Early next week the upper level low will move towards our area keeping in the chance for thunderstorms. Temperatures will stay in the lower 80’s with lows in the lower 60’s .
Have a great day!
Thursday, April 26, 2007
Thursday Night Update
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
It was another beautiful day across the Big Country. Skies were mostly sunny. High temperatures were in the low to mid 70s with light winds.
An upper level trough will move close to or slightly over the area tomorrow. With some moisture expected to return by the time it arrives, we have a 20% chance of showers and thunderstorms. The north and northeasten portions of the viewing area have the best chance at seeing rain, but anyone could see at least an isolated shower or storm. It is not out of the question for a storm to reach severe limits, but there is not a specific risk for our area according to the Storm Predicition Center. Highs look to be in the upper 70s to low 80s.
With an upper level low expected to sit over the Baja California region this weekend, we could see some isolated showers and thunderstorms thanks to some disturbances sent our way. The chance is slight right now. Highs look to remain in the upper 70s to low 80s.
Another upper level low will bring us a 20% chance for showers and thunderstorms Monday and Tuesday. Highs should be in the low 80s under mostly cloudy skies.
Wednesday and next Thursday are expected to be warm and dry with highs in the mid to upper 80s.
Have a fantastic Friday!
It was another beautiful day across the Big Country. Skies were mostly sunny. High temperatures were in the low to mid 70s with light winds.
An upper level trough will move close to or slightly over the area tomorrow. With some moisture expected to return by the time it arrives, we have a 20% chance of showers and thunderstorms. The north and northeasten portions of the viewing area have the best chance at seeing rain, but anyone could see at least an isolated shower or storm. It is not out of the question for a storm to reach severe limits, but there is not a specific risk for our area according to the Storm Predicition Center. Highs look to be in the upper 70s to low 80s.
With an upper level low expected to sit over the Baja California region this weekend, we could see some isolated showers and thunderstorms thanks to some disturbances sent our way. The chance is slight right now. Highs look to remain in the upper 70s to low 80s.
Another upper level low will bring us a 20% chance for showers and thunderstorms Monday and Tuesday. Highs should be in the low 80s under mostly cloudy skies.
Wednesday and next Thursday are expected to be warm and dry with highs in the mid to upper 80s.
Have a fantastic Friday!
Beautiful Thursday!
Good Morning from Morning Meteorologist Kristen Connolly
It was a bit cooler and windy yesterday, yet the sun shined bright making it feel like spring. Into the overnight we saw temperatures drop into the 40’s thanks to the cold front.
Today we will again see the below average temperatures reaching into the mid 70’s but with plenty of sunshine and lighter winds it will be the picture perfect afternoon, great for any outdoor activities. Into the overnight our winds will increase and shift from the northeast to the southeast helping to bring back some low level moisture thus bringing back scattered clouds and more humidity. With the added moisture temperatures will stay in the mid 50’s.
Tomorrow a trough will push towards our area helping to swing another cold front our way. We will see clouds continue to increase and the potential for thunderstorms into the afternoon and evening hours. With these storms some could be severe. Temperatures during the day will be mid 70’s with overnight lows in the mid 50’s.
For the weekend into early next week we will continue to see thunderstorm chances with a possible upper level low developing out towards the Baja peninsula. Depending on its development we will see the chances increase or decrease with disturbances being thrown our way. Temperatures during the weekend will stay in the lower 70’s and mid 50’s.
By the beginning of next week temperature will get back to around average hitting the lower 80’s.
Have a good day!
It was a bit cooler and windy yesterday, yet the sun shined bright making it feel like spring. Into the overnight we saw temperatures drop into the 40’s thanks to the cold front.
Today we will again see the below average temperatures reaching into the mid 70’s but with plenty of sunshine and lighter winds it will be the picture perfect afternoon, great for any outdoor activities. Into the overnight our winds will increase and shift from the northeast to the southeast helping to bring back some low level moisture thus bringing back scattered clouds and more humidity. With the added moisture temperatures will stay in the mid 50’s.
Tomorrow a trough will push towards our area helping to swing another cold front our way. We will see clouds continue to increase and the potential for thunderstorms into the afternoon and evening hours. With these storms some could be severe. Temperatures during the day will be mid 70’s with overnight lows in the mid 50’s.
For the weekend into early next week we will continue to see thunderstorm chances with a possible upper level low developing out towards the Baja peninsula. Depending on its development we will see the chances increase or decrease with disturbances being thrown our way. Temperatures during the weekend will stay in the lower 70’s and mid 50’s.
By the beginning of next week temperature will get back to around average hitting the lower 80’s.
Have a good day!
Wednesday, April 25, 2007
More Rain Chances In The Forecast
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
We had a cool and comfortable day here in the Big Country. It was windy with winds from the north-northwest at 15 to 25 mph. Skies were mostly sunny with highs in the upper 60 to mid 70s.
Thursday will be another pleasant and comfortable day. Temperatures look to remain below average for this time of year. Highs should be in the mid 70s under mostly sunny skies.
An upper level trough looks to move into the area on Friday. We have a 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms because of this. Some of the storms may be severe, but at this time none of the area is under a specific risk from the Storm Predicition Center. Skies will be mostly cloudy with highs in the mid to upper 70s.
An upper level low may form in the Baja California area late Friday into Saturday. It will send some disturbances our way during the weekend before weakening as it moves across the area early next week. There is a 30% chance for rain on Saturday and a 20% chance on Sunday and Monday. If this low does not form, we will likely be dry for this time period. Highs right now look to be in the upper 70s to low 80s, but could be cooler depending on how much cloud cover and rain we see.
Tuesday and next Wednesday should be warm and dry with highs in the mid 80s.
Have a terrific Thursday!
We had a cool and comfortable day here in the Big Country. It was windy with winds from the north-northwest at 15 to 25 mph. Skies were mostly sunny with highs in the upper 60 to mid 70s.
Thursday will be another pleasant and comfortable day. Temperatures look to remain below average for this time of year. Highs should be in the mid 70s under mostly sunny skies.
An upper level trough looks to move into the area on Friday. We have a 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms because of this. Some of the storms may be severe, but at this time none of the area is under a specific risk from the Storm Predicition Center. Skies will be mostly cloudy with highs in the mid to upper 70s.
An upper level low may form in the Baja California area late Friday into Saturday. It will send some disturbances our way during the weekend before weakening as it moves across the area early next week. There is a 30% chance for rain on Saturday and a 20% chance on Sunday and Monday. If this low does not form, we will likely be dry for this time period. Highs right now look to be in the upper 70s to low 80s, but could be cooler depending on how much cloud cover and rain we see.
Tuesday and next Wednesday should be warm and dry with highs in the mid 80s.
Have a terrific Thursday!
Tuesday, April 24, 2007
Cooler & Calmer Conditions For The Middle Of The Week
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
Severe weather moved through the eastern half of the viewing area today. The thunderstorms we experienced contained hailstones that ranged from peas to golf balls. Strong gusty winds were also experienced. Brown and Coleman counties were under tornado warnings for a little while this evening, but there was no ground confirmation.
Wednesday and Thursday look to be cooler and calmer for us here in the Big Country. Skies will be mostly sunny. It will be a little breezy tomorrow with winds from the northwest. Highs should be in the mid to upper 70s.
An upper level disturbance may move into the region on Friday. There is a 20% chance for showers and thunderstorms right now, but that could increase. Highs are expected to be in the low 80s under partly cloudy skies.
The upcoming weekend and early next week should be warm and pleasant. Highs look to be in the low to mid 80s.
Have a wonderful Wednesday!
Severe weather moved through the eastern half of the viewing area today. The thunderstorms we experienced contained hailstones that ranged from peas to golf balls. Strong gusty winds were also experienced. Brown and Coleman counties were under tornado warnings for a little while this evening, but there was no ground confirmation.
Wednesday and Thursday look to be cooler and calmer for us here in the Big Country. Skies will be mostly sunny. It will be a little breezy tomorrow with winds from the northwest. Highs should be in the mid to upper 70s.
An upper level disturbance may move into the region on Friday. There is a 20% chance for showers and thunderstorms right now, but that could increase. Highs are expected to be in the low 80s under partly cloudy skies.
The upcoming weekend and early next week should be warm and pleasant. Highs look to be in the low to mid 80s.
Have a wonderful Wednesday!
Monday, April 23, 2007
Severe Weather Possible Again Tomorrow
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
It was calm for most of the day here in the Big Country with mostly cloudy to cloudy skies and a few spinkles. A supercell thunderstorm developed along the dryline west of Big Spring around 5 p.m. It moved through parts of Scurry, Mitchell, Nolan, Fisher, and Taylor counties before dying out in Jones county around 10:30 p.m. There were reports of penny size hail covering the ground in Knapp which is in Scurry county. Hailstones with this storm were as big as golf ball to baseball size in some areas. We also had several tornado reports with this storm. A tornado touched down about 5 miles northwest of Westbrook in Mitchell county. Another tornado touched down just east of Colorado City and moved through Loraine in eastern Mitchell county. One more tornado was reported 2 miles north of Trent in Taylor county. So far only minor damage has been reported. Around Loraine, there was some damage to trees, windows and doors. There was also some damage to signs and poles in that area. Strong winds blew an eighteen wheeler over on Interstate 20 in Merkel in Taylor county. We will let you know how the tornadoes ranked on the Enhanced Fujita scale when the National Weather Service releases that information.
We could have more severe weather tomorrow. The dryline remain to our west. It is expected to push eastward into and through the area during the day on Tuesday. An upper level low that is currently in the Four Corners area is expected to send some upper level disturbances our way tomorrow. The combination of these lifting mechanisms with the moisture and instability that will likely be in place should cause showers and thunderstorms to develop. The eastern half of the viewing area is under a slight risk for severe weather tomorrow. Comanche and Brown counties are under a moderate risk. The main threats look to be large hail and damaging winds. Some isolated tornadoes are also possible. Our chance for rain tomorrow is 40%. Windy conditions are expected tomorrow with winds from the south/southwest at 20 t0 30 mph and higher gusts. Highs should be in the low to mid 80s under mostly cloudy skies.
A cold front is expected to move through the area tomorrow night. This means we will have cooler temperatures for Wednesday and Thursday. Highs should be in the mid to upper 70s.
An upper level disturbance may move into the region on Friday so there is a slight chance for rain. Highs look to be in the low 80s under partly cloudy skies.
The weekend should be pleasant. Highs are expected to be in the low to mid 80s under mostly sunny skies.
Have a terrific Tuesday!
It was calm for most of the day here in the Big Country with mostly cloudy to cloudy skies and a few spinkles. A supercell thunderstorm developed along the dryline west of Big Spring around 5 p.m. It moved through parts of Scurry, Mitchell, Nolan, Fisher, and Taylor counties before dying out in Jones county around 10:30 p.m. There were reports of penny size hail covering the ground in Knapp which is in Scurry county. Hailstones with this storm were as big as golf ball to baseball size in some areas. We also had several tornado reports with this storm. A tornado touched down about 5 miles northwest of Westbrook in Mitchell county. Another tornado touched down just east of Colorado City and moved through Loraine in eastern Mitchell county. One more tornado was reported 2 miles north of Trent in Taylor county. So far only minor damage has been reported. Around Loraine, there was some damage to trees, windows and doors. There was also some damage to signs and poles in that area. Strong winds blew an eighteen wheeler over on Interstate 20 in Merkel in Taylor county. We will let you know how the tornadoes ranked on the Enhanced Fujita scale when the National Weather Service releases that information.
We could have more severe weather tomorrow. The dryline remain to our west. It is expected to push eastward into and through the area during the day on Tuesday. An upper level low that is currently in the Four Corners area is expected to send some upper level disturbances our way tomorrow. The combination of these lifting mechanisms with the moisture and instability that will likely be in place should cause showers and thunderstorms to develop. The eastern half of the viewing area is under a slight risk for severe weather tomorrow. Comanche and Brown counties are under a moderate risk. The main threats look to be large hail and damaging winds. Some isolated tornadoes are also possible. Our chance for rain tomorrow is 40%. Windy conditions are expected tomorrow with winds from the south/southwest at 20 t0 30 mph and higher gusts. Highs should be in the low to mid 80s under mostly cloudy skies.
A cold front is expected to move through the area tomorrow night. This means we will have cooler temperatures for Wednesday and Thursday. Highs should be in the mid to upper 70s.
An upper level disturbance may move into the region on Friday so there is a slight chance for rain. Highs look to be in the low 80s under partly cloudy skies.
The weekend should be pleasant. Highs are expected to be in the low to mid 80s under mostly sunny skies.
Have a terrific Tuesday!
Sunday, April 22, 2007
Strong To Severe Thunderstorms Possible
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
It was a warm and breezy Sunday here in the Big Country. Highs were in the upper 70s to low 80s under mostly sunny skies.
An upper level low is developing to our west once again. It is expected to move towards us tomorrow. The dryline will be active tomorrow. Strong to severe thunderstorms look to develop in our area by the late afternoon hours. The entire area is under at least a slight risk for severe weather according to the Storm Predicition Center. The northeastern portions of the viewing area are in a moderate risk. This means that this area has an even better shot at severe weather. The main threats will be large hail, damaging winds and isolated tornadoes. The severe threat should linger into the overnight hours Monday night. Our chance for rain is 20% during the day and 40% overnight. Highs tomorrow are expected to reach the low to mid 80s under mostly cloudy skies and windy conditions.
With the upper level low, surface low and cold front not expected to pass us by until Tuesday night, there is a chance for more showers and thunderstorms during the day Tuesday. That chance is 40%. The Storm Prediction Center has most of the area under a slight risk for severe weather Tuesday as well. Highs should be in the low to mid 80s under mostly cloudy skies and windy conditions.
Cooler temperatures will be with us Wednesday and Thursday thanks to the cold front. Highs are expected to be in the upper 70s.
There is a slight chance for rain on Friday due to an upper level disturbance that might move into the area. Highs should be in the low 80s.
Next weekend looks to be very warm with highs in the mid to upper 80s under partly cloudy skies. It isn't out of the question for some locations to reach 90 by next Sunday.
Have a magnificent Monday!
It was a warm and breezy Sunday here in the Big Country. Highs were in the upper 70s to low 80s under mostly sunny skies.
An upper level low is developing to our west once again. It is expected to move towards us tomorrow. The dryline will be active tomorrow. Strong to severe thunderstorms look to develop in our area by the late afternoon hours. The entire area is under at least a slight risk for severe weather according to the Storm Predicition Center. The northeastern portions of the viewing area are in a moderate risk. This means that this area has an even better shot at severe weather. The main threats will be large hail, damaging winds and isolated tornadoes. The severe threat should linger into the overnight hours Monday night. Our chance for rain is 20% during the day and 40% overnight. Highs tomorrow are expected to reach the low to mid 80s under mostly cloudy skies and windy conditions.
With the upper level low, surface low and cold front not expected to pass us by until Tuesday night, there is a chance for more showers and thunderstorms during the day Tuesday. That chance is 40%. The Storm Prediction Center has most of the area under a slight risk for severe weather Tuesday as well. Highs should be in the low to mid 80s under mostly cloudy skies and windy conditions.
Cooler temperatures will be with us Wednesday and Thursday thanks to the cold front. Highs are expected to be in the upper 70s.
There is a slight chance for rain on Friday due to an upper level disturbance that might move into the area. Highs should be in the low 80s.
Next weekend looks to be very warm with highs in the mid to upper 80s under partly cloudy skies. It isn't out of the question for some locations to reach 90 by next Sunday.
Have a magnificent Monday!
Friday, April 20, 2007
Friday Afternoon Update
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
We have had a warm and windy day here in the Big Country today. Highs were in the upper 70s to low 80s under mostly sunny skies.
An upper level low that is currently in southern California will make its way into New Mexico tomorrow and then the central Plains on Sunday. A dryline should develop to our west tomorrow afternoon. This means we will have a chance for showers and thunderstorms this weekend. We have a 20% chance Saturday afternoon that will increase to 40% Saturday night. There is a slight chance for some lingering showers early Sunday. Most of the area is under a slight risk for severe weather tomorrow according to the Storm Prediction Center. The main threats for any thunderstorms that reach severe limits will be large hail and damaging winds. An isolated tornado or two can't be completely ruled out. Highs this weekend look to be in the upper 70s to low 80s.
Another upper level low as well as a surface low, cold front and dryline are still expected to move through the region early next week. The upper level low should send a disturbance or two our way on Monday. Our chance for rain is 20%. The dryline and cold front look to move into the picture on Tuesday so our chance for showers and thunderstorms will increase to 30%. That is also the day where we could see some severe storms. There are no specific risks for the area yet, but that will likely change as we get closer to Tuesday. The upper level low should exit our area on Wednesday so the chance for rain will decrease to 20%. Highs during this time period will be in the mid to upper 70s.
Thursday and next Friday look dry for now with highs in the upper 70s.
Have a super Saturday!
We have had a warm and windy day here in the Big Country today. Highs were in the upper 70s to low 80s under mostly sunny skies.
An upper level low that is currently in southern California will make its way into New Mexico tomorrow and then the central Plains on Sunday. A dryline should develop to our west tomorrow afternoon. This means we will have a chance for showers and thunderstorms this weekend. We have a 20% chance Saturday afternoon that will increase to 40% Saturday night. There is a slight chance for some lingering showers early Sunday. Most of the area is under a slight risk for severe weather tomorrow according to the Storm Prediction Center. The main threats for any thunderstorms that reach severe limits will be large hail and damaging winds. An isolated tornado or two can't be completely ruled out. Highs this weekend look to be in the upper 70s to low 80s.
Another upper level low as well as a surface low, cold front and dryline are still expected to move through the region early next week. The upper level low should send a disturbance or two our way on Monday. Our chance for rain is 20%. The dryline and cold front look to move into the picture on Tuesday so our chance for showers and thunderstorms will increase to 30%. That is also the day where we could see some severe storms. There are no specific risks for the area yet, but that will likely change as we get closer to Tuesday. The upper level low should exit our area on Wednesday so the chance for rain will decrease to 20%. Highs during this time period will be in the mid to upper 70s.
Thursday and next Friday look dry for now with highs in the upper 70s.
Have a super Saturday!
Thursday, April 19, 2007
Thursday Night Update
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
It was a warm and breezy day here in the Big Country today. Highs were in the upper 70s to low 80s despite mostly cloudy skies this afternoon.
An upper level low will develop and move into southern California tomorrow. It is possible for an upper level disturbance to move into our area. The dryline may also be active tomorrow, so there is a slight chance for showers and thunderstorms. The western portions of the viewing area have the best chance for rain Friday. It is not out of the question for any isolated thunderstorms that develop to become severe. Highs tomorrow look to be in the upper 70s to low 80s under partly cloudy skies.
The upper level low is expected to pass through New Mexico and the Texas panhandle before arriving in the central Plains late this weekend. This means another upper level disturbance may move into the area Saturday. There is a slight chance for showers and thunderstorms Saturday through early Sunday. It is possible for some of the storms to reach severe limits. In fact, our western and northwestern counties are under a slight risk for severe weather according to the Storm Prediction Center Saturday. Highs this weekend should be in the upper 70s to low 80s.
We have a better chance for rain Monday through Wednesday of next week. That chance is 2o% to 30% right now. Another upper level low, surface low, dryline, and cold front could all affect us during that time period. Even though there is not a specific risk for severe weather in the area right now, this situation is similar to what we experienced the past few weeks with other severe weather events. That is why I think severe weather is possible early next week. Highs should be in the 70s.
Have a fantastic Friday!
It was a warm and breezy day here in the Big Country today. Highs were in the upper 70s to low 80s despite mostly cloudy skies this afternoon.
An upper level low will develop and move into southern California tomorrow. It is possible for an upper level disturbance to move into our area. The dryline may also be active tomorrow, so there is a slight chance for showers and thunderstorms. The western portions of the viewing area have the best chance for rain Friday. It is not out of the question for any isolated thunderstorms that develop to become severe. Highs tomorrow look to be in the upper 70s to low 80s under partly cloudy skies.
The upper level low is expected to pass through New Mexico and the Texas panhandle before arriving in the central Plains late this weekend. This means another upper level disturbance may move into the area Saturday. There is a slight chance for showers and thunderstorms Saturday through early Sunday. It is possible for some of the storms to reach severe limits. In fact, our western and northwestern counties are under a slight risk for severe weather according to the Storm Prediction Center Saturday. Highs this weekend should be in the upper 70s to low 80s.
We have a better chance for rain Monday through Wednesday of next week. That chance is 2o% to 30% right now. Another upper level low, surface low, dryline, and cold front could all affect us during that time period. Even though there is not a specific risk for severe weather in the area right now, this situation is similar to what we experienced the past few weeks with other severe weather events. That is why I think severe weather is possible early next week. Highs should be in the 70s.
Have a fantastic Friday!
Wednesday, April 18, 2007
Wednesday Night Update
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
We had a much calmer day today compared to yesterday. It was mostly cloudy this morning, but by late this afternoon it was mostly sunny. Highs were in the low 70s.
An upper level high pressure ridge will remain over the area through the end of the work week. Warm temperatures should return thanks to this and south-southeasterly winds. Highs are expected to be in the low 80s under partly cloudy skies Thursday and Friday.
An upper level low should stay just enough west and north of the area this weekend to keep the best rain chances out of our region. We could see the dryline and possibly a disturbance move through the Big Country during that time period. For now our chance for rain is slight, but that may increase. It is possible for us to see some severe thunderstorms on Saturday, but at this time the area is not under a specific risk from the Storm Prediction Center. Highs for the weekend should be in the low 80s.
It looks like we will have another upper level low, surface low, dryline, and cold front move into the region early next week. Rain chances range from 20% to 30% Monday through Wednesday with the best chance being on Tuesday. This scenario is similar to the severe weather events we have dealt with the last couple of weeks. So I wouldn't be surprised if we had some severe thunderstorms early next week. Highs will likely range from the mid 70s to low 80s during this time period. We'll continue to keep an eye on our rain chances and keep you updated with the latest.
Have a terrific Thursday!
We had a much calmer day today compared to yesterday. It was mostly cloudy this morning, but by late this afternoon it was mostly sunny. Highs were in the low 70s.
An upper level high pressure ridge will remain over the area through the end of the work week. Warm temperatures should return thanks to this and south-southeasterly winds. Highs are expected to be in the low 80s under partly cloudy skies Thursday and Friday.
An upper level low should stay just enough west and north of the area this weekend to keep the best rain chances out of our region. We could see the dryline and possibly a disturbance move through the Big Country during that time period. For now our chance for rain is slight, but that may increase. It is possible for us to see some severe thunderstorms on Saturday, but at this time the area is not under a specific risk from the Storm Prediction Center. Highs for the weekend should be in the low 80s.
It looks like we will have another upper level low, surface low, dryline, and cold front move into the region early next week. Rain chances range from 20% to 30% Monday through Wednesday with the best chance being on Tuesday. This scenario is similar to the severe weather events we have dealt with the last couple of weeks. So I wouldn't be surprised if we had some severe thunderstorms early next week. Highs will likely range from the mid 70s to low 80s during this time period. We'll continue to keep an eye on our rain chances and keep you updated with the latest.
Have a terrific Thursday!
Tuesday, April 17, 2007
Tuesday Night Update
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
Strong to severe thunderstorms moved through portions of the Big Country today. There were reports of pea to golf ball size hail in the area. Winds of 60 and 70 mph were also reported from a few locations in the viewing area. Highs today ranged from the low 60s to low 70s under mostly cloudy skies.
Weather conditions look to be much calmer for us through the rest of the work week. Partly cloudy skies are expected with warmer temperatures. Highs tomorrow should be in the low 70s. On Thursday and Friday, our highs will likely be in the low 80s.
The dryline could be active in our area this weekend so there is a slight chance for showers and thunderstorms right now. That could increase as we get closer to that time period. Highs should remain in the low 80s under partly cloudy skies.
The slight chance for rain continues early next week. Another upper level low could move into the region during that time period. The chance for rain may increase as we get closer to Monday. Highs early next week will likely be in the upper 70s to low 80s.
Have a wonderful Wednesday!
Strong to severe thunderstorms moved through portions of the Big Country today. There were reports of pea to golf ball size hail in the area. Winds of 60 and 70 mph were also reported from a few locations in the viewing area. Highs today ranged from the low 60s to low 70s under mostly cloudy skies.
Weather conditions look to be much calmer for us through the rest of the work week. Partly cloudy skies are expected with warmer temperatures. Highs tomorrow should be in the low 70s. On Thursday and Friday, our highs will likely be in the low 80s.
The dryline could be active in our area this weekend so there is a slight chance for showers and thunderstorms right now. That could increase as we get closer to that time period. Highs should remain in the low 80s under partly cloudy skies.
The slight chance for rain continues early next week. Another upper level low could move into the region during that time period. The chance for rain may increase as we get closer to Monday. Highs early next week will likely be in the upper 70s to low 80s.
Have a wonderful Wednesday!
Monday, April 16, 2007
Showers & Thunderstorms Possible
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
We had a windy day across the Big Country with sustained winds ranging from 20 t0 30 mph from the southeast. It was a little cooler today thanks to clouds that streamed into the area. Highs were in the upper 60s to low 70s.
An upper level low is currently moving through Arizona. It is expected to make its way towards and through the area over the next 18 to 24 hours. A surface low currently near the New Mexico/Colorado border will move north of the area tomorrow, but drag a weak cold front/wind shift line through the Big Country. A dryline may develop ahead of this boundary as well. With moisture expected to be back in place by the time each of these lifting mechanisms reaches us, we have a 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms tonight and 40% for tomorrow. Some of the storms we see see could be strong and possibly severe Tuesday. The north and northeastern portions of the viewing area are under a slight risk for severe weather according to the Storm Predicition Center. The main threat looks to be large hail. Highs tomorrow should be in the low 70s.
Wednesday is expected to be dry with highs in the mid 70s under partly cloudy skies.
The second half of the week including the weekend will be warm with highs in the low to mid 80s. There is a slight chance for showers and thunderstorms Saturday and Sunday due to the dryline possibly being active.
Have a terrific Tuesday!
We had a windy day across the Big Country with sustained winds ranging from 20 t0 30 mph from the southeast. It was a little cooler today thanks to clouds that streamed into the area. Highs were in the upper 60s to low 70s.
An upper level low is currently moving through Arizona. It is expected to make its way towards and through the area over the next 18 to 24 hours. A surface low currently near the New Mexico/Colorado border will move north of the area tomorrow, but drag a weak cold front/wind shift line through the Big Country. A dryline may develop ahead of this boundary as well. With moisture expected to be back in place by the time each of these lifting mechanisms reaches us, we have a 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms tonight and 40% for tomorrow. Some of the storms we see see could be strong and possibly severe Tuesday. The north and northeastern portions of the viewing area are under a slight risk for severe weather according to the Storm Predicition Center. The main threat looks to be large hail. Highs tomorrow should be in the low 70s.
Wednesday is expected to be dry with highs in the mid 70s under partly cloudy skies.
The second half of the week including the weekend will be warm with highs in the low to mid 80s. There is a slight chance for showers and thunderstorms Saturday and Sunday due to the dryline possibly being active.
Have a terrific Tuesday!
Friday, April 13, 2007
Friday Night Update
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
It started off as a nice day across the Big Country this morning, but by the afternoon we had severe thunderstorms developing and moving through the area. We had reports of penny to golf ball size hail in some locations. There was a report of a brief tornado touchdown 3 miles north-northeast of Rule in Haskell County. It didn't cause any damage.
A cold front moved through the region this evening. We will be much cooler tomorrow with highs in the mid to upper 50s. Windy conditions should remain with winds from the northwest at 15 to 25 mph.
We will start Sunday off chilly with temperatures in the mid to upper 30s. It isn't out of the question for a few isolated areas to see some patchy frost. You may want to think about bringing in your sensitive plants. We will warm up nicely by the afternoon with highs in the upper 60s.
Monday should be dry with highs in the low 70s under partly cloudy skies.
Our next chance for rain looks to be late Monday night and into Tuesday as a cold front and upper level low move through the area. Right now our chance for showers and thunderstorms is 30%. Highs for Tuesday should be in the low 70s.
The second half of the next work week is expected to be dry with highs in the 70s.
Have a super Saturday!
It started off as a nice day across the Big Country this morning, but by the afternoon we had severe thunderstorms developing and moving through the area. We had reports of penny to golf ball size hail in some locations. There was a report of a brief tornado touchdown 3 miles north-northeast of Rule in Haskell County. It didn't cause any damage.
A cold front moved through the region this evening. We will be much cooler tomorrow with highs in the mid to upper 50s. Windy conditions should remain with winds from the northwest at 15 to 25 mph.
We will start Sunday off chilly with temperatures in the mid to upper 30s. It isn't out of the question for a few isolated areas to see some patchy frost. You may want to think about bringing in your sensitive plants. We will warm up nicely by the afternoon with highs in the upper 60s.
Monday should be dry with highs in the low 70s under partly cloudy skies.
Our next chance for rain looks to be late Monday night and into Tuesday as a cold front and upper level low move through the area. Right now our chance for showers and thunderstorms is 30%. Highs for Tuesday should be in the low 70s.
The second half of the next work week is expected to be dry with highs in the 70s.
Have a super Saturday!
Friday Morning Update
Good Morning from Morning Meteorologist Kristen Connolly...
Sunny, Warm, and Windy described Yesterday’s weather. We saw winds sustained at 33 mph with gusts up to 39 mph.
This morning we are seeing a few very light showers around the area however the bulk of the activity has stayed up towards the Panhandle where they have seen thunderstorms overnight. Today we will see an upper level low push towards our area that will help to push a cold front through along with a dryline. This morning thunderstorms will be possible around the area, with the chance of them becoming severe with the biggest threat being strong winds and hail. We will continue to keep you updated if any watches or warnings are issued. The most likely area to see the strong activity this afternoon will be our Eastern counties along with the Heartland, and Arklatex region. If your weekend plans are taking you that way you definitely want to keep updated throughout the afternoon with any watches and warnings. After we see the dryline and cold front pass through our area we will quickly dry out and see partly cloudy skies during the afternoon. High temperatures will reach into the upper 70’s. Overnight will be mostly clear skies with cooler temperatures in the lower 40’s.
A drier but cooler weekend is on store for us with highs tomorrow in the lower 60’s and Sunday in the lower 70’s. We can’t let go of the winds yet as they will continue to blow out of the North/Northwest around 15-25 mph. We will see partly to mostly sunny skies which should help to make it feel a bit warmer.
By early next week we will bring in our next weather maker and because of that we are keeping a 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms in the forecast for Tuesday. Highs through the work week will be in the lower 70’s with overnight lows around 50 degrees.
Have a great weekend and be safe!
Sunny, Warm, and Windy described Yesterday’s weather. We saw winds sustained at 33 mph with gusts up to 39 mph.
This morning we are seeing a few very light showers around the area however the bulk of the activity has stayed up towards the Panhandle where they have seen thunderstorms overnight. Today we will see an upper level low push towards our area that will help to push a cold front through along with a dryline. This morning thunderstorms will be possible around the area, with the chance of them becoming severe with the biggest threat being strong winds and hail. We will continue to keep you updated if any watches or warnings are issued. The most likely area to see the strong activity this afternoon will be our Eastern counties along with the Heartland, and Arklatex region. If your weekend plans are taking you that way you definitely want to keep updated throughout the afternoon with any watches and warnings. After we see the dryline and cold front pass through our area we will quickly dry out and see partly cloudy skies during the afternoon. High temperatures will reach into the upper 70’s. Overnight will be mostly clear skies with cooler temperatures in the lower 40’s.
A drier but cooler weekend is on store for us with highs tomorrow in the lower 60’s and Sunday in the lower 70’s. We can’t let go of the winds yet as they will continue to blow out of the North/Northwest around 15-25 mph. We will see partly to mostly sunny skies which should help to make it feel a bit warmer.
By early next week we will bring in our next weather maker and because of that we are keeping a 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms in the forecast for Tuesday. Highs through the work week will be in the lower 70’s with overnight lows around 50 degrees.
Have a great weekend and be safe!
Thursday, April 12, 2007
Strong To Severe Thunderstorms Possible
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
We had a windy and dry day across the Big Country today. Highs were in the low to mid 70s under mostly sunny skies. Winds were strong from the southeast at 20 to 30 mph with higher gusts.
Showers and thunderstorms are expected to form overnight and move through our area. Any storms we see have a potential to reach severe limits. The main threats will be large hail and damaging winds. The Storm Predicition Center has our area under a slight risk for severe weather. Our chance for rain is 50%. There are a few reasons why we have this chance for rain. One is due to an upper level low sending some disturbances our way. The other is a dryline that is expected to develop and move across our area ahead of a cold front. Lows tonight look to be in the upper 50s to low 60s.
We will probably see some showers and thunderstorms in our area through the morning hours on Friday. Some storms could be severe. Windy conditions are expected tomorrow afternoon with a strong surface low pressure system to our north. Winds look to be from the southwest at 15 to 25 mph with higher gusts. A cold front is expected to move through the region tomorrow night.
This front will cool us down for the weekend. Highs on Saturday should be around 60. Sunday is expected to be warmer with highs around 70. Overall it looks like it will be a pleasant weekend.
Monday should be dry with highs in the low 70s under partly cloudy skies.
Another cold front and upper level low are expected to bring us a chance for rain on Tuesday. That chance is 30% right now, but could increase as we get closer to that time period. Highs for that day look to be in the low 70s.
Have a fantastic Friday!
We had a windy and dry day across the Big Country today. Highs were in the low to mid 70s under mostly sunny skies. Winds were strong from the southeast at 20 to 30 mph with higher gusts.
Showers and thunderstorms are expected to form overnight and move through our area. Any storms we see have a potential to reach severe limits. The main threats will be large hail and damaging winds. The Storm Predicition Center has our area under a slight risk for severe weather. Our chance for rain is 50%. There are a few reasons why we have this chance for rain. One is due to an upper level low sending some disturbances our way. The other is a dryline that is expected to develop and move across our area ahead of a cold front. Lows tonight look to be in the upper 50s to low 60s.
We will probably see some showers and thunderstorms in our area through the morning hours on Friday. Some storms could be severe. Windy conditions are expected tomorrow afternoon with a strong surface low pressure system to our north. Winds look to be from the southwest at 15 to 25 mph with higher gusts. A cold front is expected to move through the region tomorrow night.
This front will cool us down for the weekend. Highs on Saturday should be around 60. Sunday is expected to be warmer with highs around 70. Overall it looks like it will be a pleasant weekend.
Monday should be dry with highs in the low 70s under partly cloudy skies.
Another cold front and upper level low are expected to bring us a chance for rain on Tuesday. That chance is 30% right now, but could increase as we get closer to that time period. Highs for that day look to be in the low 70s.
Have a fantastic Friday!
Wednesday, April 11, 2007
Wednesday Night Update
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
We had a picture perfect day across the Big Country today. Skies were sunny with only a couple of clouds this afternoon. Highs ranged from the upper 60s in Snyder to the upper 70s in Brownwood.
Tomorrow does not look to be as pleasant. There is a chance for showers and thunderstorms from late tomorrow afternoon through Friday morning. Some of the storms we see could be severe. The Storm Prediction Center has the area under a slight risk Thursday and Friday. The main threats look to be large hail and damaging winds. Right now our chance for rain is 20% for Thursday afternoon and Friday morning. It is 40% for Thursday night. The reason for our chance of rain is two-fold. One, a cold front will move through the area on Friday. Two, an upper level low in the southwest U.S. will send some upper level disturbances our way ahead of the front. Highs for Thursday and Friday look to be in the upper 70s.
The weekend will likely be beautiful with highs in the mid 60s to low 70s under moslty sunny skies.
Another cold front is expected to arrive on Tuesday bringing us another chance for showers and thunderstorms.
Have a terrific Thursday!
We had a picture perfect day across the Big Country today. Skies were sunny with only a couple of clouds this afternoon. Highs ranged from the upper 60s in Snyder to the upper 70s in Brownwood.
Tomorrow does not look to be as pleasant. There is a chance for showers and thunderstorms from late tomorrow afternoon through Friday morning. Some of the storms we see could be severe. The Storm Prediction Center has the area under a slight risk Thursday and Friday. The main threats look to be large hail and damaging winds. Right now our chance for rain is 20% for Thursday afternoon and Friday morning. It is 40% for Thursday night. The reason for our chance of rain is two-fold. One, a cold front will move through the area on Friday. Two, an upper level low in the southwest U.S. will send some upper level disturbances our way ahead of the front. Highs for Thursday and Friday look to be in the upper 70s.
The weekend will likely be beautiful with highs in the mid 60s to low 70s under moslty sunny skies.
Another cold front is expected to arrive on Tuesday bringing us another chance for showers and thunderstorms.
Have a terrific Thursday!
Wednesday Morning Update
Good Morning from Morning Meteorologist Kristen Connolly…
Yesterday we saw a very warm day across the area with temperatures getting into the 80’with plenty of sunshine. A cold front made its pass through the area into the late evening hours causing a few sprinkles and dropping temperatures back into the 40’s for the overnight hours.
Today we will see the winds out of the North bringing in a bit cooler air and highs will only be in the mid 70’s with mostly sunny skies. Overnight lows will stay in the lower 50’s.
Tomorrow into Friday we will see highs warm back into the upper 70’s with Partly Cloudy skies. The winds will kick back up and we could see gusts into the 30’s. Our next upper level low will makes towards the Big Country pushing our next cold front through on Friday. This will put the chance for thunderstorms in the forecast with the best chance being Thursday night into Friday. Right now we are in the slight risk by the storm prediction center of seeing severe storms so we will be keeping a close eye on this system.
The weekend is looking dry with a bit cooler temperatures highs Saturday will be in the upper 60’s, Sunday will be in the lower 70’s.
We are also watching another system and front that will make its pass early next week.
Have a great day!
Yesterday we saw a very warm day across the area with temperatures getting into the 80’with plenty of sunshine. A cold front made its pass through the area into the late evening hours causing a few sprinkles and dropping temperatures back into the 40’s for the overnight hours.
Today we will see the winds out of the North bringing in a bit cooler air and highs will only be in the mid 70’s with mostly sunny skies. Overnight lows will stay in the lower 50’s.
Tomorrow into Friday we will see highs warm back into the upper 70’s with Partly Cloudy skies. The winds will kick back up and we could see gusts into the 30’s. Our next upper level low will makes towards the Big Country pushing our next cold front through on Friday. This will put the chance for thunderstorms in the forecast with the best chance being Thursday night into Friday. Right now we are in the slight risk by the storm prediction center of seeing severe storms so we will be keeping a close eye on this system.
The weekend is looking dry with a bit cooler temperatures highs Saturday will be in the upper 60’s, Sunday will be in the lower 70’s.
We are also watching another system and front that will make its pass early next week.
Have a great day!
Tuesday, April 10, 2007
Tuesday Night Update
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
Springlike temperatures finally returned to the area today after several days of cooler than normal temperatures. Highs were in the upper 70s to mid 80s this afternoon. We warmed up thanks to west winds and mostly sunny skies.
A cold front will move through the Big Country tonight. We could see a sprinkle or two out of it and gusty winds as the front passes. Highs tomorrow look to be in the mid to upper 70s under mostly sunny skies. Winds will be from the northwest and not nearly as strong as today.
Windy conditions are expected to return Thursday and Friday. It looks like sustained winds of 20 to 30 mph with higher gusts will be possible. Highs on both days should be in the upper 70s under partly cloudy skies. There is a 20% chance for showers and thunderstorms late Thursday afternoon through early Friday morning. This is due to a cold front expected to move through the area on Friday as well as an upper level system moving close to us. We may see some severe thunderstorms Thursday. The Storm Prediciton Center has the area under a slight risk for that day. We'll keep a close eye on this situation.
The weekend looks pleasant right now with highs in the upper 60s to mid 70s under mostly sunny skies.
Have a wonderful Wednesday!
Springlike temperatures finally returned to the area today after several days of cooler than normal temperatures. Highs were in the upper 70s to mid 80s this afternoon. We warmed up thanks to west winds and mostly sunny skies.
A cold front will move through the Big Country tonight. We could see a sprinkle or two out of it and gusty winds as the front passes. Highs tomorrow look to be in the mid to upper 70s under mostly sunny skies. Winds will be from the northwest and not nearly as strong as today.
Windy conditions are expected to return Thursday and Friday. It looks like sustained winds of 20 to 30 mph with higher gusts will be possible. Highs on both days should be in the upper 70s under partly cloudy skies. There is a 20% chance for showers and thunderstorms late Thursday afternoon through early Friday morning. This is due to a cold front expected to move through the area on Friday as well as an upper level system moving close to us. We may see some severe thunderstorms Thursday. The Storm Prediciton Center has the area under a slight risk for that day. We'll keep a close eye on this situation.
The weekend looks pleasant right now with highs in the upper 60s to mid 70s under mostly sunny skies.
Have a wonderful Wednesday!
Tuesday Morning Update
Good Morning from Morning Meteorologist Kristen Connolly…
We saw few showers overnight as a disturbance rolled through the area. Luckily all the severe weather stayed off to our west. Temperatures finally got in the mild category ranging from upper 40’s to lower 50’s. This morning we will see some clouds stick around with possibility of a lingering shower in our Eastern counties. Quickly following we will see clearing from west to east as drier air gets pushed into the Big Country.
Spring has finally returned today after our bitter cold weekend! Temperatures will get into the upper 70’s to lower 80’s with plenty of sunshine. It will be a very pleasant afternoon to get out and finally enjoy that run or walk however it may be a bit breezy. Into the overnight we will see mostly clear skies with temperatures in the mid 50’s.
Tomorrow we will see a bit cooler temperatures as a weak front pushes through dropping temperatures into the upper 70’s.
Throughout the rest of week we will see very nice conditions with mostly sunny skies, and temperatures staying into upper 70’s to lower 80’s. Thursday night into Friday we will have another cold front sway through the area. This will keep a slight possibility of a shower or thunderstorm in the forecast.
Have a great day!
We saw few showers overnight as a disturbance rolled through the area. Luckily all the severe weather stayed off to our west. Temperatures finally got in the mild category ranging from upper 40’s to lower 50’s. This morning we will see some clouds stick around with possibility of a lingering shower in our Eastern counties. Quickly following we will see clearing from west to east as drier air gets pushed into the Big Country.
Spring has finally returned today after our bitter cold weekend! Temperatures will get into the upper 70’s to lower 80’s with plenty of sunshine. It will be a very pleasant afternoon to get out and finally enjoy that run or walk however it may be a bit breezy. Into the overnight we will see mostly clear skies with temperatures in the mid 50’s.
Tomorrow we will see a bit cooler temperatures as a weak front pushes through dropping temperatures into the upper 70’s.
Throughout the rest of week we will see very nice conditions with mostly sunny skies, and temperatures staying into upper 70’s to lower 80’s. Thursday night into Friday we will have another cold front sway through the area. This will keep a slight possibility of a shower or thunderstorm in the forecast.
Have a great day!
Monday, April 09, 2007
Warmer Temperatures Are On The Way
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
We had a cloudy, cool, and wet day across much of the Big Country. There was fog and mist during the morning and early afternoon hours. Some of our eastern and southeastern counties saw rain today. Highs were in the low to mid 50s.
More showers and some thunderstorms are expected to move through the region overnight due to an upper level low. Any thunderstorms we see will be capable of producing brief heavy rain, wind gusts of 30 to 40 mph, frequent lightning and possibly pea size hail. The chance for rain is 50%. Lows tonight look to be in the upper 40s to low 50s under mostly cloudy skies.
We have had below average temperatures since last Wednesday, but we should see above average temperatures return tomorrow. After some early morning clouds, there will likely be plenty of sunshine in the afternoon due to the upper level low moving away from the Big Country. Highs are expected to be in the upper 70s to low 80s.
Warm temperatures are likely to continue Wednesday and Thursday with highs in the upper 70s to low 80s under partly cloudy skies.
A cold front is expected to move through the area on Friday. There is a slight chance for rain Thursday night and Friday. Highs should be in the upper 70s to end the work week.
Cooler temperatures look to be with us this weekend thanks to the front. Highs will likely be in the upper 60s to mid 70s under mostly sunny skies.
Have a terrific Tuesday!
We had a cloudy, cool, and wet day across much of the Big Country. There was fog and mist during the morning and early afternoon hours. Some of our eastern and southeastern counties saw rain today. Highs were in the low to mid 50s.
More showers and some thunderstorms are expected to move through the region overnight due to an upper level low. Any thunderstorms we see will be capable of producing brief heavy rain, wind gusts of 30 to 40 mph, frequent lightning and possibly pea size hail. The chance for rain is 50%. Lows tonight look to be in the upper 40s to low 50s under mostly cloudy skies.
We have had below average temperatures since last Wednesday, but we should see above average temperatures return tomorrow. After some early morning clouds, there will likely be plenty of sunshine in the afternoon due to the upper level low moving away from the Big Country. Highs are expected to be in the upper 70s to low 80s.
Warm temperatures are likely to continue Wednesday and Thursday with highs in the upper 70s to low 80s under partly cloudy skies.
A cold front is expected to move through the area on Friday. There is a slight chance for rain Thursday night and Friday. Highs should be in the upper 70s to end the work week.
Cooler temperatures look to be with us this weekend thanks to the front. Highs will likely be in the upper 60s to mid 70s under mostly sunny skies.
Have a terrific Tuesday!
Monday Morning Update
Good Morning from Morning Meteorologist Kristen Connolly…
It was a cold and snowy Easter weekend around the Big Country with temperatures hitting record lows. If you didn’t know it was April, Saturday morning when you awoke you would have thought we were back in January with the snow covering the ground. We tied a record low of 28 degrees. Although Sunday was a bit warmer it still was a cold getting out for Easter Morning service with temperatures in the lower 30’s.
Grab a jacket for the morning commute as it will be cloudy with fog and mist reducing visibilities and temperatures in the upper 30’s. By the afternoon we should see a few breaks in the clouds but by evening bringing back the rain chances. Temperatures will get in the lower 60’s with winds out of the southeast bringing in more low level moisture. Overnight we will see temperatures in the lower 50’s with Mostly Cloudy skies and continuing the chance for showers as a disturbance rolls through the area.
By tomorrow we should decrease the clouds and see temperatures finally return to around 80 degrees as we bring back sunshine. Things look dry for the rest of the week. A few cool fronts will keep temperatures near around average, with highs in the upper 70’s and lows in the mid 50’s.
Have a great week!
It was a cold and snowy Easter weekend around the Big Country with temperatures hitting record lows. If you didn’t know it was April, Saturday morning when you awoke you would have thought we were back in January with the snow covering the ground. We tied a record low of 28 degrees. Although Sunday was a bit warmer it still was a cold getting out for Easter Morning service with temperatures in the lower 30’s.
Grab a jacket for the morning commute as it will be cloudy with fog and mist reducing visibilities and temperatures in the upper 30’s. By the afternoon we should see a few breaks in the clouds but by evening bringing back the rain chances. Temperatures will get in the lower 60’s with winds out of the southeast bringing in more low level moisture. Overnight we will see temperatures in the lower 50’s with Mostly Cloudy skies and continuing the chance for showers as a disturbance rolls through the area.
By tomorrow we should decrease the clouds and see temperatures finally return to around 80 degrees as we bring back sunshine. Things look dry for the rest of the week. A few cool fronts will keep temperatures near around average, with highs in the upper 70’s and lows in the mid 50’s.
Have a great week!
Friday, April 06, 2007
Winter Returns For The Easter Weekend
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
We had much cooler conditions across the area today as the beginning of the arctic airmass that we have been expecting this weekend arrives. This combined with mostly cloudy to cloudy skies kept highs in the mid 40s to low 50s across much of the Big Country. A few spots such as Brownwood managed to make in into the low 60s.
The cold arctic air will continue to filter into the region tonight and tomorrow. Lows tonight and tomorrow night look to be in the upper 20s to low 30s. All of the viewing area except for Comanche, Eastland, and Stephens counties are under a Freeze Watch or Warning for Friday night and Saturday night. Everyone should protect their pets, plants, and pipes this weekend. Highs will be well below average Saturday and Sunday. We are expecting mid to upper 30s for the first half of the weekend and low to mid 40s for the second half. The cold temperatures are just half of the equation for Saturday and Sunday. If you are going to be out this weekend, be sure to dress warmly.
Precipitation is the other half we are keeping an eye on for Easter. An upper level low is expected to move towards us and eventually over us this weekend. We will likely see some rain develop across the area overnight. In all but the southern communites, that rain should change over to snow and sleet. The southern communites will probably just see rain with a little snow and sleet mixing in. For Saturday, the entire area will likely see a mix of rain, sleet, and snow. Sleet and snow are expected across the area Saturday night into Sunday morning. It is possible for us to see some accumulations of snow and ice. Right now, I think it will be an inch or less. However, if we get some heavy activity in the Big Country it is not out of the question for some isolated spots to receive more than an inch. The accumulations will mainly be on elevated objects like vehicles, bridges and overpasses. It is possible to get some accumulation on roadways at times depending on how heavy the precipitation is. If you are going to be out and about this weekend, be careful.
Next week looks to be warmer and drier.
Have a super and safe Saturday!
We had much cooler conditions across the area today as the beginning of the arctic airmass that we have been expecting this weekend arrives. This combined with mostly cloudy to cloudy skies kept highs in the mid 40s to low 50s across much of the Big Country. A few spots such as Brownwood managed to make in into the low 60s.
The cold arctic air will continue to filter into the region tonight and tomorrow. Lows tonight and tomorrow night look to be in the upper 20s to low 30s. All of the viewing area except for Comanche, Eastland, and Stephens counties are under a Freeze Watch or Warning for Friday night and Saturday night. Everyone should protect their pets, plants, and pipes this weekend. Highs will be well below average Saturday and Sunday. We are expecting mid to upper 30s for the first half of the weekend and low to mid 40s for the second half. The cold temperatures are just half of the equation for Saturday and Sunday. If you are going to be out this weekend, be sure to dress warmly.
Precipitation is the other half we are keeping an eye on for Easter. An upper level low is expected to move towards us and eventually over us this weekend. We will likely see some rain develop across the area overnight. In all but the southern communites, that rain should change over to snow and sleet. The southern communites will probably just see rain with a little snow and sleet mixing in. For Saturday, the entire area will likely see a mix of rain, sleet, and snow. Sleet and snow are expected across the area Saturday night into Sunday morning. It is possible for us to see some accumulations of snow and ice. Right now, I think it will be an inch or less. However, if we get some heavy activity in the Big Country it is not out of the question for some isolated spots to receive more than an inch. The accumulations will mainly be on elevated objects like vehicles, bridges and overpasses. It is possible to get some accumulation on roadways at times depending on how heavy the precipitation is. If you are going to be out and about this weekend, be careful.
Next week looks to be warmer and drier.
Have a super and safe Saturday!
Easter will be cold!
Good Morning from Morning Meteorologist Kristen Connolly…
Yesterday we saw below average temperatures and even cooler air is on our way. An Artic high is pushing our way for our Easter weekend.
Right now the high is over southern Canada but already feeling the effects as temperatures are in the 40’s. Grab that jacket and keep it with you for the holiday weekend! For today we will see highs just hit around 50 degrees with mostly cloudy skies. There is a 30 percent chance of seeing precipitation during the day however that will increase tonight into the rest of the weekend. Tonight we will drop the lows to just around freezing so the possibility of seeing some winter precipitation is possible.
Tomorrow the artic high will be pushing into the Dakotas which will mean even cooler temperatures with highs possible not even pushing out of the upper 30’s. We will keep the chance for precipitation throughout the day; however accumulations will be small if any with the biggest impact on bridges and overpasses. The main concern will be into the overnight were temperatures could drop to below 30 degrees, so bundle up on your way out for church services or that Easter egg hunt!
By Sunday we should return to Southwesterly flow and start to bring the temperatures back up. High will reach the 70’s into Tuesday with partly cloudy skies for the beginning of the week.
Have a Happy Easter and bundle up!
Yesterday we saw below average temperatures and even cooler air is on our way. An Artic high is pushing our way for our Easter weekend.
Right now the high is over southern Canada but already feeling the effects as temperatures are in the 40’s. Grab that jacket and keep it with you for the holiday weekend! For today we will see highs just hit around 50 degrees with mostly cloudy skies. There is a 30 percent chance of seeing precipitation during the day however that will increase tonight into the rest of the weekend. Tonight we will drop the lows to just around freezing so the possibility of seeing some winter precipitation is possible.
Tomorrow the artic high will be pushing into the Dakotas which will mean even cooler temperatures with highs possible not even pushing out of the upper 30’s. We will keep the chance for precipitation throughout the day; however accumulations will be small if any with the biggest impact on bridges and overpasses. The main concern will be into the overnight were temperatures could drop to below 30 degrees, so bundle up on your way out for church services or that Easter egg hunt!
By Sunday we should return to Southwesterly flow and start to bring the temperatures back up. High will reach the 70’s into Tuesday with partly cloudy skies for the beginning of the week.
Have a Happy Easter and bundle up!
Thursday, April 05, 2007
Snow Possible This Weekend
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
It was another cool and dry day for us here in the Big Country with highs mainly in the low to mid 60s. A few locations such as Brownwood were able to make it into the upper 60s to near 70 due to a little more sunshine than the rest of the area.
A high pressure system will setup around the Dakotas and southern Canada. Arctic air should arrive in our area tomorrow, but we won't feel the full force of this latest blast until Saturday. Highs tomorrow look to be in the low 50s, but we probably won't get past the low 40s for the first half of the weekend. It should be a little warmer on Easter Sunday with highs in the upper 40s to low 50s. Lows Friday and Saturday night are expected to be in the upper 20s to low 30s. Since this is below freezing, you should prepare now to protect your pets, plants, and pipes for the weekend.
The cold temperatures won't be the only thing we experience Saturday and Sunday. We should have some disturbances move over the area. This means we have a chance for rain during the day and wintry precipitation overnight and into the early morning hours. Accumulations, if any, would likely be light. We have had warm temperatures the last month and therefore the ground is warm. It will be difficult for frozen precipitation to stick. The chance for precipiation ranges from 30% to 50% with the best shot being on Saturday. We will keep a close eye on this situation and keep you updated on any watches or warnings that are issued.
Spring temperatures look to return next week with highs returning back to the 70s.
Have a fantastic Friday!
It was another cool and dry day for us here in the Big Country with highs mainly in the low to mid 60s. A few locations such as Brownwood were able to make it into the upper 60s to near 70 due to a little more sunshine than the rest of the area.
A high pressure system will setup around the Dakotas and southern Canada. Arctic air should arrive in our area tomorrow, but we won't feel the full force of this latest blast until Saturday. Highs tomorrow look to be in the low 50s, but we probably won't get past the low 40s for the first half of the weekend. It should be a little warmer on Easter Sunday with highs in the upper 40s to low 50s. Lows Friday and Saturday night are expected to be in the upper 20s to low 30s. Since this is below freezing, you should prepare now to protect your pets, plants, and pipes for the weekend.
The cold temperatures won't be the only thing we experience Saturday and Sunday. We should have some disturbances move over the area. This means we have a chance for rain during the day and wintry precipitation overnight and into the early morning hours. Accumulations, if any, would likely be light. We have had warm temperatures the last month and therefore the ground is warm. It will be difficult for frozen precipitation to stick. The chance for precipiation ranges from 30% to 50% with the best shot being on Saturday. We will keep a close eye on this situation and keep you updated on any watches or warnings that are issued.
Spring temperatures look to return next week with highs returning back to the 70s.
Have a fantastic Friday!
Wednesday, April 04, 2007
Wednesday Night Update
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
We had cool below average temperatures in the area today thanks to the cold front that passed us by yesterday. Highs were in the low 60s across much of the Big Country, but a few locations such as Comanche and Brownwood reached the low 70s. Mostly cloudy skies dominated for most of the day, but there was a period during the early afternoon when it was moslty sunny.
The cold front that moved through our area yesterday will remain stalled in the southern and western portions of the state. We should remain cool tomorrow with highs in the low to mid 60s under mostly cloudy skies. The Big Country is under a northwest flow aloft. This means that any disturbances that move across the region will come from that direction. There is a 20% chance for a few isolated showers and thunderstorms Thursday.
A high pressure system is expected to set up around North Dakota and southern Canada. This will send some arctic air into the eastern and central portions of the U.S. for Friday and the upcoming Easter weekend. For now, it looks like highs will range from low to mid 50s during that time period. Lows Saturday and Sunday morning are expected to be in the 30s. We are keeping a close eye on Easter Sunday morning because temperatures in portions of the viewing area could be at or below freezing. There is 30% to 50% chance for rain Friday through Sunday with the best chance occurring on Saturday.
It still looks like we will have warmer and drier conditions for the first half of next week.
Have a terrific Thursday!
We had cool below average temperatures in the area today thanks to the cold front that passed us by yesterday. Highs were in the low 60s across much of the Big Country, but a few locations such as Comanche and Brownwood reached the low 70s. Mostly cloudy skies dominated for most of the day, but there was a period during the early afternoon when it was moslty sunny.
The cold front that moved through our area yesterday will remain stalled in the southern and western portions of the state. We should remain cool tomorrow with highs in the low to mid 60s under mostly cloudy skies. The Big Country is under a northwest flow aloft. This means that any disturbances that move across the region will come from that direction. There is a 20% chance for a few isolated showers and thunderstorms Thursday.
A high pressure system is expected to set up around North Dakota and southern Canada. This will send some arctic air into the eastern and central portions of the U.S. for Friday and the upcoming Easter weekend. For now, it looks like highs will range from low to mid 50s during that time period. Lows Saturday and Sunday morning are expected to be in the 30s. We are keeping a close eye on Easter Sunday morning because temperatures in portions of the viewing area could be at or below freezing. There is 30% to 50% chance for rain Friday through Sunday with the best chance occurring on Saturday.
It still looks like we will have warmer and drier conditions for the first half of next week.
Have a terrific Thursday!
Wednesday Morning Update
Good Morning from Morning Meteorologist Kristen Connolly….
Much cooler temperatures will be the biggest change for the next few days. After yesterdays warm and sunny afternoon were highs hit the 80’s the cooler air is filtering in this morning.
Temperatures this morning are 10-15 degrees below what we started out with yesterday. We have some cloud cover from the cold front that passed its way through the Big Country yesterday afternoon. Only nice factor is we are not near as muggy with humidity around 50-60%. On your way to the bus stop or work make sure you grab a jacket as temperatures will only make it into the lower 60’s this afternoon. We could see a few breaks of sunshine, however clouds will be dominate.
This evening we will really feel the effects of the cold air as temperatures drop into the mid 40’s overnight. Again tomorrow we will keep the 60’s around with Mostly Cloudy skies. Tomorrow night we will be filtering in some even cooler air as we pass another frontal system. With this next system we could see showers and thunderstorms overnight into Friday.
For the weekend we will continue cooler weather with lower 60’s for highs and lower 40’s for lows. With a disturbance pushing through we will keep the rain chances at 30% for Friday and 20% for Saturday.
Have a great day!
Much cooler temperatures will be the biggest change for the next few days. After yesterdays warm and sunny afternoon were highs hit the 80’s the cooler air is filtering in this morning.
Temperatures this morning are 10-15 degrees below what we started out with yesterday. We have some cloud cover from the cold front that passed its way through the Big Country yesterday afternoon. Only nice factor is we are not near as muggy with humidity around 50-60%. On your way to the bus stop or work make sure you grab a jacket as temperatures will only make it into the lower 60’s this afternoon. We could see a few breaks of sunshine, however clouds will be dominate.
This evening we will really feel the effects of the cold air as temperatures drop into the mid 40’s overnight. Again tomorrow we will keep the 60’s around with Mostly Cloudy skies. Tomorrow night we will be filtering in some even cooler air as we pass another frontal system. With this next system we could see showers and thunderstorms overnight into Friday.
For the weekend we will continue cooler weather with lower 60’s for highs and lower 40’s for lows. With a disturbance pushing through we will keep the rain chances at 30% for Friday and 20% for Saturday.
Have a great day!
Tuesday, April 03, 2007
Tuesday Night Update
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
It was another warm day across the Big Country, but there was a wide range of high temperatures. Sweetwater and Snyder were in the mid 70s. Abilene made it to 80s. Brownwood and Comanche were the warm spots with highs in the upper 80s. The reason for the difference in highs was due to a cold front moving through the area. It moved through the northern portions of the area during the late morning hours, but didn't make it to the southern communites until late this afternoon. Showers and thunderstorms developed along the front, but not until it was past the viewing area.
We will be much cooler tomorrow with highs in the low to mid 60s under mostly cloudy skies. There is a slight chance for an isolated shower or thunderstorm in our eastern and southeastern communites. The cold front that passed us by today will stall to our south and east. Rain is possible where it stalls due to a situation we call overrunning. Warm, moist air from the Gulf of Mexico will be forced over the cold, dry air and that is where clouds, showers, and thunderstorms should form.
The Big Country will be under a northwest flow in the upper levels of the atmosphere Thursday through the weekend. Disturbances are expected to periodically move through the area during this time period. We have a 20% chance for rain Thursday and Sunday. The best chance for showers and thunderstorms looks to be Thursday night through Saturday at 40%. Highs on these days will range from the upper 50s to mid 60s.
Warmer and drier conditions are expected to return early next week.
Have a wonderful Wednesday!
It was another warm day across the Big Country, but there was a wide range of high temperatures. Sweetwater and Snyder were in the mid 70s. Abilene made it to 80s. Brownwood and Comanche were the warm spots with highs in the upper 80s. The reason for the difference in highs was due to a cold front moving through the area. It moved through the northern portions of the area during the late morning hours, but didn't make it to the southern communites until late this afternoon. Showers and thunderstorms developed along the front, but not until it was past the viewing area.
We will be much cooler tomorrow with highs in the low to mid 60s under mostly cloudy skies. There is a slight chance for an isolated shower or thunderstorm in our eastern and southeastern communites. The cold front that passed us by today will stall to our south and east. Rain is possible where it stalls due to a situation we call overrunning. Warm, moist air from the Gulf of Mexico will be forced over the cold, dry air and that is where clouds, showers, and thunderstorms should form.
The Big Country will be under a northwest flow in the upper levels of the atmosphere Thursday through the weekend. Disturbances are expected to periodically move through the area during this time period. We have a 20% chance for rain Thursday and Sunday. The best chance for showers and thunderstorms looks to be Thursday night through Saturday at 40%. Highs on these days will range from the upper 50s to mid 60s.
Warmer and drier conditions are expected to return early next week.
Have a wonderful Wednesday!
Tuesday Morning Update
Good Morning from Morning Meteorologist Kristen Connolly
Despite a bit of wind yesterday it was an amazing day across the area with plenty of sunshine and temperatures in the lower 80’s. The summer like conditions will return once again for today before a big cool down begins to knock the temperatures back.
Today we will see plenty of sunshine around the Big Country with our winds continueing out of the South although they shouldn’t be as breezy as yesterday. Temperatures will again make it into the lower 80’s. There is the slight chance of an isolated thunderstorm along the dryline with the best chance in our Eastern counties where the dryline should end up. We will see the winds shift later in the day as a cold front begins to make its way into the area and overnight lows will drop to around 50 degrees.
The next few days will be much cooler with high temperatures in the lower 60’s. Overnight lows will stick in the mid 40’s. Tomorrow we will see an increase in cloud cover with a 20 percent chance of a shower or thunderstorm. The best chance for activity however will be getting into the weekend when we increase the rain chances to 30 percent.
Have a great day and enjoy the sunshine!
Despite a bit of wind yesterday it was an amazing day across the area with plenty of sunshine and temperatures in the lower 80’s. The summer like conditions will return once again for today before a big cool down begins to knock the temperatures back.
Today we will see plenty of sunshine around the Big Country with our winds continueing out of the South although they shouldn’t be as breezy as yesterday. Temperatures will again make it into the lower 80’s. There is the slight chance of an isolated thunderstorm along the dryline with the best chance in our Eastern counties where the dryline should end up. We will see the winds shift later in the day as a cold front begins to make its way into the area and overnight lows will drop to around 50 degrees.
The next few days will be much cooler with high temperatures in the lower 60’s. Overnight lows will stick in the mid 40’s. Tomorrow we will see an increase in cloud cover with a 20 percent chance of a shower or thunderstorm. The best chance for activity however will be getting into the weekend when we increase the rain chances to 30 percent.
Have a great day and enjoy the sunshine!
Monday, April 02, 2007
Cooler Temperatures On The Way
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
We continued with the warm and dry conditions across the Big Country today. Highs reached the low to mid 80s under mostly sunny skies. Winds were breezy from the south-southwest which helped moisture to return to the area.
The warm temperatures will continue tomorrow with highs in the low to mid 80s. Winds shouldn't be as breezy, but they will shift to the northwest late in the day thanks to a cold front. With the dryline expected to be in the region before the front, there is a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms during the afternoon. It is during the evening hours that the rain chance increases to 20%.
The 20% chance for showers and thunderstorms continues through Wednesday morning. Temperatures will be much cooler thanks to the cold front from the night before and mostly cloudy skies. Highs look to be in the low to mid 60s.
On Thursday, we will have another 20% chance for showers and thunderstorms as an upper level low builds to the west. It could send a disturbance our way and that is why there is a chance for rain. Highs should be in the mid 60s under mostly cloudy skies.
The best chance for rain this week looks to be Friday through early Saturday. With the low expected to move close to or possibly over the area, there is a 30% chance for showers and thunderstorms. A second shot of cooler air should move in as well on Friday, so highs will likely be in the low 60s. After some rain early on Saturday, we should clear out during the rest of the day. That means highs should be able to reach the mid to upper 60s.
Easter Sunday looks pleasant right now with mostly sunny skies and highs in the low 70s.
Have a terrific Tuesday!
We continued with the warm and dry conditions across the Big Country today. Highs reached the low to mid 80s under mostly sunny skies. Winds were breezy from the south-southwest which helped moisture to return to the area.
The warm temperatures will continue tomorrow with highs in the low to mid 80s. Winds shouldn't be as breezy, but they will shift to the northwest late in the day thanks to a cold front. With the dryline expected to be in the region before the front, there is a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms during the afternoon. It is during the evening hours that the rain chance increases to 20%.
The 20% chance for showers and thunderstorms continues through Wednesday morning. Temperatures will be much cooler thanks to the cold front from the night before and mostly cloudy skies. Highs look to be in the low to mid 60s.
On Thursday, we will have another 20% chance for showers and thunderstorms as an upper level low builds to the west. It could send a disturbance our way and that is why there is a chance for rain. Highs should be in the mid 60s under mostly cloudy skies.
The best chance for rain this week looks to be Friday through early Saturday. With the low expected to move close to or possibly over the area, there is a 30% chance for showers and thunderstorms. A second shot of cooler air should move in as well on Friday, so highs will likely be in the low 60s. After some rain early on Saturday, we should clear out during the rest of the day. That means highs should be able to reach the mid to upper 60s.
Easter Sunday looks pleasant right now with mostly sunny skies and highs in the low 70s.
Have a terrific Tuesday!
Big Cool Down in the Forecast
Good Morning from Morning Meteorologist Kristen Connolly…
We had a beautiful weekend across the Big Country temperatures yesterday making it into the lower 80’s. If you enjoy the warm temperatures get out today or tomorrow because a big cool down is in the forecast.
Today we will see mostly sunny skies with temperatures hitting into the mid 80’s. We could see slight chance of a Thunderstorm into the late afternoon/early evening hours along a dry line that will push into the Big Country. However, once the afternoon heating goes away we will see the chance diminish and only a few clouds into the overnight. Temperatures will be very mild in the low 60’s with breezy winds overnight out of the South.
Tomorrow will be very similar to today with a slight chance for a thunderstorm along the dryline. Temperatures again will hit in the mid 80’s and we will see few scattered clouds. The big difference will come tomorrow night when lows will drop into the lower 50’s with a cold front making its way through the area.
The cold front will bring much cooler temperatures for the rest of week. With moisture overrunning the front we should see mostly cloudy skies come mid week and an increased chance for showers and thunderstorms Wednesday and Thursday. Temperatures for highs will only be in the lower 60’s, with lows in the upper 40’s.
Have a great week!
We had a beautiful weekend across the Big Country temperatures yesterday making it into the lower 80’s. If you enjoy the warm temperatures get out today or tomorrow because a big cool down is in the forecast.
Today we will see mostly sunny skies with temperatures hitting into the mid 80’s. We could see slight chance of a Thunderstorm into the late afternoon/early evening hours along a dry line that will push into the Big Country. However, once the afternoon heating goes away we will see the chance diminish and only a few clouds into the overnight. Temperatures will be very mild in the low 60’s with breezy winds overnight out of the South.
Tomorrow will be very similar to today with a slight chance for a thunderstorm along the dryline. Temperatures again will hit in the mid 80’s and we will see few scattered clouds. The big difference will come tomorrow night when lows will drop into the lower 50’s with a cold front making its way through the area.
The cold front will bring much cooler temperatures for the rest of week. With moisture overrunning the front we should see mostly cloudy skies come mid week and an increased chance for showers and thunderstorms Wednesday and Thursday. Temperatures for highs will only be in the lower 60’s, with lows in the upper 40’s.
Have a great week!
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