From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
Happy Halloween everyone! It looks like it will be a treat for us this evening as it should be cool and pleasant. You may want to think about wearing a jacket or long sleeves with your costume when you go to your Halloween activities tonight. A cold front passed through the area this afternoon, but we did not see any rain with it. Highs were mainly in the low to mid 70s, but Brownwood managed to make 80. Winds were breezy from the north.
Tomorrow will be much cooler than today with highs only reaching the low to mid 60s. There have been some clouds behind the front, so with it stalling in south Texas I think we will see partly cloudy skies for Thursday.
A warm-up is expected Friday through Monday. Highs should warm from the low 70s at the end of this work week to the upper 70s by the start of next week. Don't forget that this is the weekend we set our clocks back one hour. Daylight Saving Time ends on Sunday morning at 2:00 a.m., so be sure you set your clocks when you go to bed Saturday night.
A cold front is expected to move through the region late Monday. This will lead to cooler temperatures for Tuesday and next Wednesday. Highs look to be in the mid to upper 60s. This should another dry frontal passage so no rain is expected at this time.
Have a happy and safe Halloween!
Wednesday, October 31, 2007
Bootiful Forecast
Good Morning from Morning Meteorologist Kristen Connolly…
No spooky weather to start of our Halloween day. Temperatures are fairly mild in the 50's with clear skies but some gusty winds. We finally saw a small amount of clouds yesterday and we have the possibility to see just a few clouds by the afternoon. Trick or treating will be no problem for all the kiddos as temperatures will only drop as the sunsets to the upper 60's by around 7 pm. Enjoy the Bootiful weather!
A cold front that is making its way through the Lone Star State will finally bring our first change of the week. This front will bring with it cooler air and some gusty winds overnight. As you head out tomorrow temperatures will be about 10 degrees cooler than this morning with highs tomorrow only reaching the mid 60's. We will see a few clouds but still plenty of sunshine.
To kick off the weekend temperatures will stay in the lower 70's with lows around 50. Our next front will come Monday and knock highs back from the mid 70's to mid 60's.
Have a safe and Happy Halloween!
No spooky weather to start of our Halloween day. Temperatures are fairly mild in the 50's with clear skies but some gusty winds. We finally saw a small amount of clouds yesterday and we have the possibility to see just a few clouds by the afternoon. Trick or treating will be no problem for all the kiddos as temperatures will only drop as the sunsets to the upper 60's by around 7 pm. Enjoy the Bootiful weather!
A cold front that is making its way through the Lone Star State will finally bring our first change of the week. This front will bring with it cooler air and some gusty winds overnight. As you head out tomorrow temperatures will be about 10 degrees cooler than this morning with highs tomorrow only reaching the mid 60's. We will see a few clouds but still plenty of sunshine.
To kick off the weekend temperatures will stay in the lower 70's with lows around 50. Our next front will come Monday and knock highs back from the mid 70's to mid 60's.
Have a safe and Happy Halloween!
Tuesday, October 30, 2007
Tuesday Evening Update
From Meteorologist Nathan Motz....
After another warm day here in west central Texas, temperatures will once again cool off into the upper 40's area wide. For Halloween, expect one more day of above average high temperatures before a cool front arrives on Thursday morning. The front will cool off afternoon high temperatures about 10 - 12 degrees on Thursday but it will not bring with it any chances for rain. Keep in mind that because we have been so dry, we may be dealing with an increased fire danger over the next week or so until we receive some beneficial rainfall.
As you head out to do some trick-or-treating tomorrow night, temperatures will be in the upper 60's around sunset and will fall off to the upper 50's by midnight.
After the cool front passes through on early Thursday morning, we will warm up into the weekend before cooling off once again as we head into early next week as another cool front takes aim at the Big Country.
Have a Happy Halloween!!!!
After another warm day here in west central Texas, temperatures will once again cool off into the upper 40's area wide. For Halloween, expect one more day of above average high temperatures before a cool front arrives on Thursday morning. The front will cool off afternoon high temperatures about 10 - 12 degrees on Thursday but it will not bring with it any chances for rain. Keep in mind that because we have been so dry, we may be dealing with an increased fire danger over the next week or so until we receive some beneficial rainfall.
As you head out to do some trick-or-treating tomorrow night, temperatures will be in the upper 60's around sunset and will fall off to the upper 50's by midnight.
After the cool front passes through on early Thursday morning, we will warm up into the weekend before cooling off once again as we head into early next week as another cool front takes aim at the Big Country.
Have a Happy Halloween!!!!
Tuesday Forecast
Good Morning from Morning Meteorologist Kristen Connolly...
With High pressure in control temperatures have risen to the upper 70's. The afternoons have been beautiful with cloudless skies and abundant sunshine. Our next front will make it through late Halloween and kick off our first day of November with highs in the upper 60's. With limited moisture we will see no rain chances with this front.
After the front temperatures will get back in the lower 70's to kick off the weekend but another front should push through dropping temperatures only a few degrees. The next strongest front will arrive by the beginning of the next work week.
Enjoy the quiet but pleasant weather.
Have a great day!
With High pressure in control temperatures have risen to the upper 70's. The afternoons have been beautiful with cloudless skies and abundant sunshine. Our next front will make it through late Halloween and kick off our first day of November with highs in the upper 60's. With limited moisture we will see no rain chances with this front.
After the front temperatures will get back in the lower 70's to kick off the weekend but another front should push through dropping temperatures only a few degrees. The next strongest front will arrive by the beginning of the next work week.
Enjoy the quiet but pleasant weather.
Have a great day!
Monday, October 29, 2007
Monday Evening Update
From Meteorologist Nathan Motz....
More of the same weather-wise here in the Big Country, and the warm & dry conditions will continue on into mid-week. In fact, by Wednesday (Halloween) temperatures will climb to right around the 80 degree mark and possibly above in some locations.
By thursday, an upper level storm system will move into the central plains and a surface front will sag southward into west central Texas bringing cooler weather for late week. This cooler air will be reinforced on Saturday morning by yet another cold front which may be able to cause a few showers to develop across the area. Right now, chances are slim but if we get a little more moisture to move into the area by the weekend, then there could certainly be at least a few showers.
Have a great start to your work week!!!
More of the same weather-wise here in the Big Country, and the warm & dry conditions will continue on into mid-week. In fact, by Wednesday (Halloween) temperatures will climb to right around the 80 degree mark and possibly above in some locations.
By thursday, an upper level storm system will move into the central plains and a surface front will sag southward into west central Texas bringing cooler weather for late week. This cooler air will be reinforced on Saturday morning by yet another cold front which may be able to cause a few showers to develop across the area. Right now, chances are slim but if we get a little more moisture to move into the area by the weekend, then there could certainly be at least a few showers.
Have a great start to your work week!!!
Monday Morning Update!
Good Morning from Morning Meteorologist Kristen Connolly…
We saw a clear and comfortable weekend across the area with temperatures rising into the mid 70’s and lows dipping into the 40’s.
This week we are going to see plenty of sunshine with high pressure dominating. With high pressure we see sinking air which eliminates clouds cover. Temperatures today should get into the mid 70’s. Overnight we will get chilly but a little warmer than the previous nights with lows in the upper 40’s.
We will stay on a gradual warming trend through Wednesday with highs topping out at 80. That night our first will move through dropping highs around 10 degrees for Thursday. Our next front will come through Friday night into Saturday and bring a bigger cool down and out first chance for rain. High for the weekend will be in the mid 60's with lows in the lower 40's.
Have a great day!
We saw a clear and comfortable weekend across the area with temperatures rising into the mid 70’s and lows dipping into the 40’s.
This week we are going to see plenty of sunshine with high pressure dominating. With high pressure we see sinking air which eliminates clouds cover. Temperatures today should get into the mid 70’s. Overnight we will get chilly but a little warmer than the previous nights with lows in the upper 40’s.
We will stay on a gradual warming trend through Wednesday with highs topping out at 80. That night our first will move through dropping highs around 10 degrees for Thursday. Our next front will come through Friday night into Saturday and bring a bigger cool down and out first chance for rain. High for the weekend will be in the mid 60's with lows in the lower 40's.
Have a great day!
Saturday, October 27, 2007
Saturday Afternoon Update
From Meteorologist Nathan Motz....
For the next seven days, those of us in west central Texas will experience what I like to call "copy-machine weather". That is to say, if you were to place today's weather in a copy machine and duplicate it a few times, then you would have a pretty good idea what the weather will be like over the next few days.
Temperatures will warm up a little bit over the next couple of days only to cool off again on Thursday as another cold front will move through the area. This front will also be dry as we remain moisture starved at the surface so no real chances for rain with the frontal passage on Thursday.
For the end of next week, below normal temperatures will prevail into early next weekend as a cooler, drier air mass filters in behind the front.
Have a great weekend!!!!
For the next seven days, those of us in west central Texas will experience what I like to call "copy-machine weather". That is to say, if you were to place today's weather in a copy machine and duplicate it a few times, then you would have a pretty good idea what the weather will be like over the next few days.
Temperatures will warm up a little bit over the next couple of days only to cool off again on Thursday as another cold front will move through the area. This front will also be dry as we remain moisture starved at the surface so no real chances for rain with the frontal passage on Thursday.
For the end of next week, below normal temperatures will prevail into early next weekend as a cooler, drier air mass filters in behind the front.
Have a great weekend!!!!
Friday, October 26, 2007
Cooler This Weekend
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
After a cold start this morning, we warmed up nicely this afternoon. Highs were in the mid to upper 70s. That is a little above average for this time of year.
Cooler temperatures are expected this weekend thanks to a weak cold front that will move through the area early tomorrow. We won't see any rain with this lifiting mechanism due to the dry air that is in place. This front will shift our winds from the southeast to the northeast though. Highs should be in the low 70s Saturday and the upper 60s on Sunday.
We will gradually warm up through the first half of next week with highs in the low to mid 70s. Monday through Wednesday, Halloween, are also looking dry.
Another weak cold front should move through the region on Thursday. This is expected to be another dry frontal passage. Highs should cool back down into the low 70s.
Have a super Saturday!
After a cold start this morning, we warmed up nicely this afternoon. Highs were in the mid to upper 70s. That is a little above average for this time of year.
Cooler temperatures are expected this weekend thanks to a weak cold front that will move through the area early tomorrow. We won't see any rain with this lifiting mechanism due to the dry air that is in place. This front will shift our winds from the southeast to the northeast though. Highs should be in the low 70s Saturday and the upper 60s on Sunday.
We will gradually warm up through the first half of next week with highs in the low to mid 70s. Monday through Wednesday, Halloween, are also looking dry.
Another weak cold front should move through the region on Thursday. This is expected to be another dry frontal passage. Highs should cool back down into the low 70s.
Have a super Saturday!
Friday Update
Good Morning from Morning Meteorologist Kristen Connolly…
A little cooler air helped to keep highs just around 70 yesterday but the sun was bright with very dry air helping to almost eliminate any cloud cover.
The clear skies and light winds have dropped the temperatures with most of us starting in the 40’s a few even dipping into the 30’s, because of the cool temperatures we have a frost advisory in effect till 9am for our Southern and Eastern counties. As we see the heating of the day temperatures will warm by noon to the mid 60's and by the afternoon into the mid 70's. Winds will be out of the south/southeast today which may help to see a small amount of moisture return but not enough to make an impact in the weather. Heading out to the football games? Throw the jacket and blanket into the car, by the time we see the forth quarter roll around temperatures will be in the low 50's so it will be brisk sitting in the stands.
This weekend we will continue to see dry upper level air push in from the north. A week shot of cooler air will filter in to the Big Country but shouldn't make to much of a difference in our temperatures. Highs for Sunday will rise to the upper 60's, from the mid 70's Saturday.
Next week our pattern is staying quiet with a high plopped over us. Temperatures will be in the lower 70's with lows in the mid 40's.
Have a great weekend!
A little cooler air helped to keep highs just around 70 yesterday but the sun was bright with very dry air helping to almost eliminate any cloud cover.
The clear skies and light winds have dropped the temperatures with most of us starting in the 40’s a few even dipping into the 30’s, because of the cool temperatures we have a frost advisory in effect till 9am for our Southern and Eastern counties. As we see the heating of the day temperatures will warm by noon to the mid 60's and by the afternoon into the mid 70's. Winds will be out of the south/southeast today which may help to see a small amount of moisture return but not enough to make an impact in the weather. Heading out to the football games? Throw the jacket and blanket into the car, by the time we see the forth quarter roll around temperatures will be in the low 50's so it will be brisk sitting in the stands.
This weekend we will continue to see dry upper level air push in from the north. A week shot of cooler air will filter in to the Big Country but shouldn't make to much of a difference in our temperatures. Highs for Sunday will rise to the upper 60's, from the mid 70's Saturday.
Next week our pattern is staying quiet with a high plopped over us. Temperatures will be in the lower 70's with lows in the mid 40's.
Have a great weekend!
Thursday, October 25, 2007
Thursday Afternoon Update
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
The plesant conditions continued for us today. In fact, we were a little cooler this afternoon with highs in the upper 60s to low 70s. It was a little breezy with winds from the north-northwest.
With light to calm winds, clear skies, and a dry airmass expected to be in place tonight, there is a potential for frost in the viewing area tonight. The National Weather Service has issued a Frost Advisory for Knox, Stephens, Eastland, Comanche, Brown, Coleman and Runnels counties from 3 a.m. to 9 a.m. Friday morning. Everyone in the viewing area, especially those in low-lying areas, should protect their plants tonight. If you don't cover your sensitive outdoor plants, they could be killed. With cold temperatures expected tonight, you will probably want to bring in your pets too. Lows look to be in the mid to upper 30s.
Friday should be beautiful with light winds, comfortable conditions and sunny skies. Highs are expected to be in the low to mid 70s. If you are heading out to a football game tomorrow night, you may want to take a jacket with you since cool temperatures are expected.
A cold front will likely move through the area on Saturday. This means cooler temperatures for us this weekend. Highs should be in the upper 60s to low 70s. Unfortunately, we will not see any rain because the air will too dry to support it.
The first half of next week looks dry as well with highs temperatures warming up from the upper 60s on Monday to the mid 70s by next Thursday.
Have a fantastic Friday!
The plesant conditions continued for us today. In fact, we were a little cooler this afternoon with highs in the upper 60s to low 70s. It was a little breezy with winds from the north-northwest.
With light to calm winds, clear skies, and a dry airmass expected to be in place tonight, there is a potential for frost in the viewing area tonight. The National Weather Service has issued a Frost Advisory for Knox, Stephens, Eastland, Comanche, Brown, Coleman and Runnels counties from 3 a.m. to 9 a.m. Friday morning. Everyone in the viewing area, especially those in low-lying areas, should protect their plants tonight. If you don't cover your sensitive outdoor plants, they could be killed. With cold temperatures expected tonight, you will probably want to bring in your pets too. Lows look to be in the mid to upper 30s.
Friday should be beautiful with light winds, comfortable conditions and sunny skies. Highs are expected to be in the low to mid 70s. If you are heading out to a football game tomorrow night, you may want to take a jacket with you since cool temperatures are expected.
A cold front will likely move through the area on Saturday. This means cooler temperatures for us this weekend. Highs should be in the upper 60s to low 70s. Unfortunately, we will not see any rain because the air will too dry to support it.
The first half of next week looks dry as well with highs temperatures warming up from the upper 60s on Monday to the mid 70s by next Thursday.
Have a fantastic Friday!
Wednesday, October 24, 2007
Wednesday Afternoon Update
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
Overall, it was a pleasant day in the Big Country with mild temperatures and comfortable conditions. The only thing keeping it from being perfect was the wind. Strong north winds were felt throughout the day with gusts as high as 25 to 30 mph. Highs were in the mid to upper 70s.
An upper level low that has sat over Mississippi today is expected to move northwest into Arkansas tomorrow. While this won't bring us any rain, we should see slightly cooler temperatures and few clouds on Thursday. Highs in the afternoon will be in the low to mid 70s after morning lows in the low to mid 40s.
Friday looks to be beautiful so we should have great weather for all the Friday night football games in the area. Highs will be in the low to mid 70s.
We could see a weak cold front move through the area this weekend thanks to a north-northwest flow aloft. It won't do much for our temperatures or bring us any rain. Highs for Saturday and Sunday will be in the upper 60s to low 70s.
The first half of next week looks dry with highs in the low 70s.
Overall, it was a pleasant day in the Big Country with mild temperatures and comfortable conditions. The only thing keeping it from being perfect was the wind. Strong north winds were felt throughout the day with gusts as high as 25 to 30 mph. Highs were in the mid to upper 70s.
An upper level low that has sat over Mississippi today is expected to move northwest into Arkansas tomorrow. While this won't bring us any rain, we should see slightly cooler temperatures and few clouds on Thursday. Highs in the afternoon will be in the low to mid 70s after morning lows in the low to mid 40s.
Friday looks to be beautiful so we should have great weather for all the Friday night football games in the area. Highs will be in the low to mid 70s.
We could see a weak cold front move through the area this weekend thanks to a north-northwest flow aloft. It won't do much for our temperatures or bring us any rain. Highs for Saturday and Sunday will be in the upper 60s to low 70s.
The first half of next week looks dry with highs in the low 70s.
Wednesday Morning Update
Good Morning from Morning Meteorologist Kristen Connolly...
Yesterday we started off with the coldest temperatures of the season but the afternoon warmed up nicely hitting just around 70. This morning temperatures are starting in the upper 40's to low 50's however compared to the 30's yesterday its a warm up. On your way out you still will want to have something to cover your arms- jacket, sweatshirt or sweater.
Today temperatures will finally hit around average by the afternoon with highs in the mid 70's. The upper level low that cut off over the Arklatex region will bring rainfall to the southeast but for us will just mean a sunny sky with dry northerly winds. Tonight we will again drop to the mid 40's.
The next seven days look to stay fairly quiet. We will see a mostly sunny sky and temperatures in the lower 70's with lows in the upper 40's. This weekend we may see a little bit a cooler air pushed into the Big Country but that may only drop highs to the upper 60's.
Have a great day!
Yesterday we started off with the coldest temperatures of the season but the afternoon warmed up nicely hitting just around 70. This morning temperatures are starting in the upper 40's to low 50's however compared to the 30's yesterday its a warm up. On your way out you still will want to have something to cover your arms- jacket, sweatshirt or sweater.
Today temperatures will finally hit around average by the afternoon with highs in the mid 70's. The upper level low that cut off over the Arklatex region will bring rainfall to the southeast but for us will just mean a sunny sky with dry northerly winds. Tonight we will again drop to the mid 40's.
The next seven days look to stay fairly quiet. We will see a mostly sunny sky and temperatures in the lower 70's with lows in the upper 40's. This weekend we may see a little bit a cooler air pushed into the Big Country but that may only drop highs to the upper 60's.
Have a great day!
Tuesday, October 23, 2007
Tuesday Night Update
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
It was a pleasant day in the Big Country today with sunny skies and highs in the low 70s. Winds were not as strong this afternoon, but it was still breezy from the north-northwest.
The upper level low that was expected to be close to our area over the next couple of days will now be in another part of the country. It looks like the low will hang around Louisiana, Arkansas, and Mississippi tomorrow. From there it should move northwest back across Arkansas and into Missouri Thursday and Friday. This scenario will keep us on the dry side of the low so there are no rain chances in the forecast through the end of the work week. Breezy north-northwest winds are expected again tomorrow. Highs for Wednesday through Friday should be in the low to mid 70s.
Dry conditions look to continue this weekend and early next week as well. Highs will likely remain in the low to mid 70s with lows in the upper 40s to low 50s.
Have a wonderful Wednesday!
It was a pleasant day in the Big Country today with sunny skies and highs in the low 70s. Winds were not as strong this afternoon, but it was still breezy from the north-northwest.
The upper level low that was expected to be close to our area over the next couple of days will now be in another part of the country. It looks like the low will hang around Louisiana, Arkansas, and Mississippi tomorrow. From there it should move northwest back across Arkansas and into Missouri Thursday and Friday. This scenario will keep us on the dry side of the low so there are no rain chances in the forecast through the end of the work week. Breezy north-northwest winds are expected again tomorrow. Highs for Wednesday through Friday should be in the low to mid 70s.
Dry conditions look to continue this weekend and early next week as well. Highs will likely remain in the low to mid 70s with lows in the upper 40s to low 50s.
Have a wonderful Wednesday!
A Cold Tuesday Morning
Good Morning from Morning Meteorologist Kristen Connolly...
We had a cool start to our morning yesterday as showers and clouds moved through the Big Country already by early morning clearing was beginning and through the late morning everyone had cleared the showers. Although the sun began to peak through we still stayed chilly with the temperatures climbing to low 60's.
With the winds finally dieing down this morning temperatures are even cooler ranging from the upper 30's to low 40's with clear skies. We will stay chilly through the morning so grab the jacket; you may even need a pair of gloves to keep your hands warm on the cold steering wheel. Through the day today we will see sunshine with a few clouds by the afternoon. Winds are going to continue to filter in from the north bringing reinforcing cooler air, temperatures today will get into the lower 70's. Gusts could be up to 20 mph but not near as strong as the winds we say the over the weekend.
Currently an upper level low is being cut off just around the Arklatex region and this is going to be the main player in our weather over the next few days. Models are have a few scenarios for this system. If we stay on the west side of the system our winds will continue to bring in cooler air out of the north. Along with that on the west side we are in subsidence which is sinking air and will limit rain chances. Models have it moving a little further to the east today and tomorrow then retrograding back to the northwest on Thursday. I think this will be our only shot at rain mainly in our Northern counties as moisture could wrap around the system.
Temperatures will be in the upper 60's Wednesday and Thursday with lows in the mid 40's.
By the weekend the system will be pushed out to east and we will see temperatures around 70 with lows in the upper 40's.
Have a great day!
We had a cool start to our morning yesterday as showers and clouds moved through the Big Country already by early morning clearing was beginning and through the late morning everyone had cleared the showers. Although the sun began to peak through we still stayed chilly with the temperatures climbing to low 60's.
With the winds finally dieing down this morning temperatures are even cooler ranging from the upper 30's to low 40's with clear skies. We will stay chilly through the morning so grab the jacket; you may even need a pair of gloves to keep your hands warm on the cold steering wheel. Through the day today we will see sunshine with a few clouds by the afternoon. Winds are going to continue to filter in from the north bringing reinforcing cooler air, temperatures today will get into the lower 70's. Gusts could be up to 20 mph but not near as strong as the winds we say the over the weekend.
Currently an upper level low is being cut off just around the Arklatex region and this is going to be the main player in our weather over the next few days. Models are have a few scenarios for this system. If we stay on the west side of the system our winds will continue to bring in cooler air out of the north. Along with that on the west side we are in subsidence which is sinking air and will limit rain chances. Models have it moving a little further to the east today and tomorrow then retrograding back to the northwest on Thursday. I think this will be our only shot at rain mainly in our Northern counties as moisture could wrap around the system.
Temperatures will be in the upper 60's Wednesday and Thursday with lows in the mid 40's.
By the weekend the system will be pushed out to east and we will see temperatures around 70 with lows in the upper 40's.
Have a great day!
Monday, October 22, 2007
Cool Temperatures Remain
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
A strong cold front moved through the Big Country last night. It brought us some rain and the coldest temperatuers we have had so far this fall season. Highs were in the upper 50s to low 60s. Windy conditions were also felt across the area today with wind gusts as high as 35 to 40 mph from the north-northwest.
Tonight looks to be the coldest night of the fall season so far with lows in the mid to upper 30s. It will feel even colder than that with winds from the north-northwest at 5 to 15 mph. If you have any pets or sensitive plants, you may want to bring them inside tonight. While I am not expecting a freeze, it will be cold.
Cool temperatures are expected to be with us tomorrow through Thursday due to a cut-off upper level low developing and remaining close to the region. The low will be in the Ark-La-Tex area tomorrow before retrograding. It should be in southern Oklahoma/north Texas Wednesday and early Thursday. There is a slight chance of rain late tomorrow and a 20% chance of showers Wednesday and Thursday. Highs should be in the upper 60s on Tuesday, the low 60s on Wednesday and the mid 60s on Thursday. Lows will be in the low to mid 40s.
The low is expected to move away from the area during the day on Thursday. This will lead to dry conditions for Friday and the weekend. It should be warmer as well with highs in the low 70s.
Have a terrific Tuesday!
A strong cold front moved through the Big Country last night. It brought us some rain and the coldest temperatuers we have had so far this fall season. Highs were in the upper 50s to low 60s. Windy conditions were also felt across the area today with wind gusts as high as 35 to 40 mph from the north-northwest.
Tonight looks to be the coldest night of the fall season so far with lows in the mid to upper 30s. It will feel even colder than that with winds from the north-northwest at 5 to 15 mph. If you have any pets or sensitive plants, you may want to bring them inside tonight. While I am not expecting a freeze, it will be cold.
Cool temperatures are expected to be with us tomorrow through Thursday due to a cut-off upper level low developing and remaining close to the region. The low will be in the Ark-La-Tex area tomorrow before retrograding. It should be in southern Oklahoma/north Texas Wednesday and early Thursday. There is a slight chance of rain late tomorrow and a 20% chance of showers Wednesday and Thursday. Highs should be in the upper 60s on Tuesday, the low 60s on Wednesday and the mid 60s on Thursday. Lows will be in the low to mid 40s.
The low is expected to move away from the area during the day on Thursday. This will lead to dry conditions for Friday and the weekend. It should be warmer as well with highs in the low 70s.
Have a terrific Tuesday!
Monday Starting off Cool and Wet
Good Morning from Morning Meteorologist Kristen Connolly...
A sunny weekend blanketed the Big Country with temperatures reaching the upper 80's to low 90's. Big changes came Sunday night.
Around 6 pm last night a cold front began its push through the Big Country. By early this morning it had made its rush through our area bringing cooler temperatures, gusty winds and showers and thunderstorms with it. This morning we will continue to see the showers as they begin to decrease from west to east with temperatures in the mid 40's. On your way out to work you will want to grab the jacket, closed toed shoes and umbrella. As the showers dissipate the clouds will decrease with the sunshine peaking through by the later afternoon, early evening. Strong winds will continue to blow from the North keeping temperatures much cooler with highs toping in the mid to upper 50's.
Tonight the winds will begin to die down and with just a few scattered clouds we are going to see the coolest temperatures since the end of April. If you have not yet found the sweaters in your closet you may want to today as temperatures will get to the upper 30's to low 40's overnight.
The forecast over the next few days will be greatly influenced by a cut off low that is beginning to develop in the southern Rockies. This low could park itself over our area or wander towards the east. One thing is certain, we will see below average temperatures. Right now I am keeping rain in for Wednesday as the low should move closer to our area. Temperatures will stay in the mid 60's for the next couple days increasing to the low 70's by the end of the week as the low pushes off to the northeast.
Have a great day!
A sunny weekend blanketed the Big Country with temperatures reaching the upper 80's to low 90's. Big changes came Sunday night.
Around 6 pm last night a cold front began its push through the Big Country. By early this morning it had made its rush through our area bringing cooler temperatures, gusty winds and showers and thunderstorms with it. This morning we will continue to see the showers as they begin to decrease from west to east with temperatures in the mid 40's. On your way out to work you will want to grab the jacket, closed toed shoes and umbrella. As the showers dissipate the clouds will decrease with the sunshine peaking through by the later afternoon, early evening. Strong winds will continue to blow from the North keeping temperatures much cooler with highs toping in the mid to upper 50's.
Tonight the winds will begin to die down and with just a few scattered clouds we are going to see the coolest temperatures since the end of April. If you have not yet found the sweaters in your closet you may want to today as temperatures will get to the upper 30's to low 40's overnight.
The forecast over the next few days will be greatly influenced by a cut off low that is beginning to develop in the southern Rockies. This low could park itself over our area or wander towards the east. One thing is certain, we will see below average temperatures. Right now I am keeping rain in for Wednesday as the low should move closer to our area. Temperatures will stay in the mid 60's for the next couple days increasing to the low 70's by the end of the week as the low pushes off to the northeast.
Have a great day!
Saturday, October 20, 2007
Saturday Afternoon Update
From Meteorologist Nathan Motz.....
Sunday afternoon will end up being an almost "carbon-copy" of today as temperatures will once again soar up to around the 90 degree mark with breezy conditions expected. Because the air is very dry, with relative humidities at or below 20%, overnight lows will remain somewhat cool while afternoon highs will be well above normal.
Tomorrow night, a strong cold front will advance into west central Texas and put an end to the warm weather for much of the upcoming week. Temperatures on Monday will end up being more than 20 degrees cooler than on Sunday with an afternoon high of only 67.
Although the front will bring cooler weather, it will not produce much rain in the area, if any. The best chances for rain will be to the east of Abilene overnight Sunday and into early Monday morning.
Keep in mind that overnight lows will fall into the lower 40's on Monday night and will remain at or below 50 degrees for much of the upcoming week, so if you're going out you will want to dress accordingly.
Have a great Sunday!!!
Sunday afternoon will end up being an almost "carbon-copy" of today as temperatures will once again soar up to around the 90 degree mark with breezy conditions expected. Because the air is very dry, with relative humidities at or below 20%, overnight lows will remain somewhat cool while afternoon highs will be well above normal.
Tomorrow night, a strong cold front will advance into west central Texas and put an end to the warm weather for much of the upcoming week. Temperatures on Monday will end up being more than 20 degrees cooler than on Sunday with an afternoon high of only 67.
Although the front will bring cooler weather, it will not produce much rain in the area, if any. The best chances for rain will be to the east of Abilene overnight Sunday and into early Monday morning.
Keep in mind that overnight lows will fall into the lower 40's on Monday night and will remain at or below 50 degrees for much of the upcoming week, so if you're going out you will want to dress accordingly.
Have a great Sunday!!!
Friday, October 19, 2007
Warm Weekend, But Cool Next Week
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
We started off today with our coolest morning since April 26. By this afternoon we had warmed up into the low to mid 80s, which is above average for this time of year. Winds were light today, but that will change tomorrow.
High pressure will move to our east while a low pressure trough builds in the Texas panhandle on Saturday. Anytime high pressure and low pressure are close to one another, the pressure gradient tightens and you get windy conditions. Other than the south-southwest winds of 15 to 25 mph, the first half of the weekend looks to be pleasant. It will be warm with highs in the mid 80s to 90.
Above average temperatures will be with us as well on Sunday with highs in the mid 80s. Winds are expected to be out of the south-southwest at 20 to 30 mph.
A cold front should move through the area overnight Sunday night into Monday morning. This will give us a 20% chance of showers and thunderstorms during that time period. The air behind this front is expected to be the coldest of the fall season so far. Highs for Monday will be in the low to mid 60s.
A cut-off upper level low is expected to build in the central and southern plains Monday and remain stalled through at least the middle of next week. This will keep highs in the mid to upper 60s and lows in the low to mid 40s Tuesday and Wednesday.
The low should start moving away on Thursday so temperatures will be a little warmer. Highs look to be in the upper 60s to low 70s.
Have a super Saturday!
We started off today with our coolest morning since April 26. By this afternoon we had warmed up into the low to mid 80s, which is above average for this time of year. Winds were light today, but that will change tomorrow.
High pressure will move to our east while a low pressure trough builds in the Texas panhandle on Saturday. Anytime high pressure and low pressure are close to one another, the pressure gradient tightens and you get windy conditions. Other than the south-southwest winds of 15 to 25 mph, the first half of the weekend looks to be pleasant. It will be warm with highs in the mid 80s to 90.
Above average temperatures will be with us as well on Sunday with highs in the mid 80s. Winds are expected to be out of the south-southwest at 20 to 30 mph.
A cold front should move through the area overnight Sunday night into Monday morning. This will give us a 20% chance of showers and thunderstorms during that time period. The air behind this front is expected to be the coldest of the fall season so far. Highs for Monday will be in the low to mid 60s.
A cut-off upper level low is expected to build in the central and southern plains Monday and remain stalled through at least the middle of next week. This will keep highs in the mid to upper 60s and lows in the low to mid 40s Tuesday and Wednesday.
The low should start moving away on Thursday so temperatures will be a little warmer. Highs look to be in the upper 60s to low 70s.
Have a super Saturday!
Hello Cool Temperatrues
Good Morning from Morning Meteorologist Kristen Connolly …
A beautiful day yesterday afternoon as temperatures stayed in the lower 80’s with abundant sunshine and low humidity. The winds kicked up a bit gusting over 35 mph with sustained winds over 25mph.
Overnight the winds calmed down and with clear skies temperatures have plummeted to the mid 40’s to low 50’s. You are going to want to put on the closed toed shoes and grab a jacket or sweatshirt on the way out the door. Once the sun rises we should see no problems as temperatures will climb to the lower 80’s. Another chilly night will be on store grab something to cover up for the football games as temperatures by the forth quarter could dip into the upper 50’s.
The weekend looks perfect for ACU and HSU homecomings temperatures will be in the mid 80’s with lows Saturday night in the lower 60’s. The one factor that might be uncomfortable is that the winds will again gust up to 30 mph.
Late Sunday our next front makes it trek through the Big Country. This will bring back the chance for rain Sunday night into Monday, it is also brining below average temperatures. The associated upper level low with system could get stuck in the Mississippi river valley for the beginning of the week. This would mean we would keep temperatures consistent in the upper 60’s to low 70’s and not warm up till the end of the week. We will keep an eye on the models but with this scenario temperatures will be cooler with lows sticking in the mid 40’s.
Have a good weekend!
A beautiful day yesterday afternoon as temperatures stayed in the lower 80’s with abundant sunshine and low humidity. The winds kicked up a bit gusting over 35 mph with sustained winds over 25mph.
Overnight the winds calmed down and with clear skies temperatures have plummeted to the mid 40’s to low 50’s. You are going to want to put on the closed toed shoes and grab a jacket or sweatshirt on the way out the door. Once the sun rises we should see no problems as temperatures will climb to the lower 80’s. Another chilly night will be on store grab something to cover up for the football games as temperatures by the forth quarter could dip into the upper 50’s.
The weekend looks perfect for ACU and HSU homecomings temperatures will be in the mid 80’s with lows Saturday night in the lower 60’s. The one factor that might be uncomfortable is that the winds will again gust up to 30 mph.
Late Sunday our next front makes it trek through the Big Country. This will bring back the chance for rain Sunday night into Monday, it is also brining below average temperatures. The associated upper level low with system could get stuck in the Mississippi river valley for the beginning of the week. This would mean we would keep temperatures consistent in the upper 60’s to low 70’s and not warm up till the end of the week. We will keep an eye on the models but with this scenario temperatures will be cooler with lows sticking in the mid 40’s.
Have a good weekend!
Thursday, October 18, 2007
Thursday Afternoon Update
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
A cold front moved through the area today, but the colder air won't be felt until tonight. Sustained west-northwest winds of 15 to 30 mph and gusts of 35 to 45 mph are what we have dealt with for much of the day. Dewpoints have dropped into the single digits and teens for most of the Big Country. The exception is out southeastern communites where dewpoints are in the 30s this afternoon. Highs today were mainly in the upper 70s to low 80s. It was in the upper 80s in Brownwood.
Tonight will be the coldest night for our area since April 26th of this year. Lows are expected to be in the low to mid 40s. This means you'll probably want to grab a jacket or sweater on the way out the door to school and work.
Friday should be a pleasant day overall. We will have sunny skies and much lighter winds. Highs look to be in the upper 70s to low 80s.
There are alot of activities going on in the area this weekend. ACU has their big homecoming football game on Saturday. Boo At The Zoo will also be taking place on Saturday, so how is the weather looking? For Saturday, we will have mostly sunny skies and highs in the mid to upper 80s. Windy conditions are expected to return though so be aware of that as you are out and about. For Sunday, skies should be partly cloudy with highs in the low to mid 80s. Windy conditions will be with us for the second half of the weekend as well. A cold front is expected to move through the area late Sunday into early Monday. There is a 20% chance of showers and thunderstorms during that time period.
We could see a few lingering showers and storms early Monday morning. The air behind the cold front looks to be the coldest of the fall season so far. Highs are expected to be in the mid 60s to 70. It could still be a little breezy during the day.
Tuesday through next Thursday should be dry with mostly sunny skies and highs in the low to mid 70s. Lows will be in the low 40s to 50.
Have a fantastic Friday!
A cold front moved through the area today, but the colder air won't be felt until tonight. Sustained west-northwest winds of 15 to 30 mph and gusts of 35 to 45 mph are what we have dealt with for much of the day. Dewpoints have dropped into the single digits and teens for most of the Big Country. The exception is out southeastern communites where dewpoints are in the 30s this afternoon. Highs today were mainly in the upper 70s to low 80s. It was in the upper 80s in Brownwood.
Tonight will be the coldest night for our area since April 26th of this year. Lows are expected to be in the low to mid 40s. This means you'll probably want to grab a jacket or sweater on the way out the door to school and work.
Friday should be a pleasant day overall. We will have sunny skies and much lighter winds. Highs look to be in the upper 70s to low 80s.
There are alot of activities going on in the area this weekend. ACU has their big homecoming football game on Saturday. Boo At The Zoo will also be taking place on Saturday, so how is the weather looking? For Saturday, we will have mostly sunny skies and highs in the mid to upper 80s. Windy conditions are expected to return though so be aware of that as you are out and about. For Sunday, skies should be partly cloudy with highs in the low to mid 80s. Windy conditions will be with us for the second half of the weekend as well. A cold front is expected to move through the area late Sunday into early Monday. There is a 20% chance of showers and thunderstorms during that time period.
We could see a few lingering showers and storms early Monday morning. The air behind the cold front looks to be the coldest of the fall season so far. Highs are expected to be in the mid 60s to 70. It could still be a little breezy during the day.
Tuesday through next Thursday should be dry with mostly sunny skies and highs in the low to mid 70s. Lows will be in the low 40s to 50.
Have a fantastic Friday!
Get Ready for a Cool Down
Good Morning from Morning Meteorologist Kristen Connolly…
The main player yesterday- the winds, sustained winds over 30 mph with gusts here at the Abilene Regional Airport at 43 mph. It was definitely one of the days were you want to be keeping both hands on the wheel.
This morning temperatures are ranging from the upper 50’s to low 60’s a drop from the low 70’s only 24 hrs ago. Winds have died down overnight but expect them to once again be breezy today however gusts should only get up to 30 mph. The bright sunshine will be the dominating factor so make sure you grab your sunglasses as you head out the door. Through the day we will watch a cold front make its pass through the Big Country but the coolest air won’t sift in towards later tonight. Overnight temperatures are going to drop to the chilliest we have seen since April. Turn in those flip flops and bring out the boots overnight lows will dip into the 40’s with clear skies and light winds.
Tomorrow with a little bit of cooler air draped over the area highs should be just around average reaching the upper 70’s. Lows shouldn't drop as cool as we will see Thursday night but for the football game you will still want to grab a jacket or a light blanket.
The weekend looks great with a gradual warm up thanks to winds back out of the south/southeast. Highs will be in the mid 80's for Boo at the Zoo. Saturday breezy conditions return and Sunday our next front arrives. Models seem to be trending to a very cool front, temperatures behind it we could drop with highs for the beginning of the week in the 70's with lows in the mid 40's. Along with the cool temperatures we have a chance of rain Sunday night into Monday.
Have a great day!
The main player yesterday- the winds, sustained winds over 30 mph with gusts here at the Abilene Regional Airport at 43 mph. It was definitely one of the days were you want to be keeping both hands on the wheel.
This morning temperatures are ranging from the upper 50’s to low 60’s a drop from the low 70’s only 24 hrs ago. Winds have died down overnight but expect them to once again be breezy today however gusts should only get up to 30 mph. The bright sunshine will be the dominating factor so make sure you grab your sunglasses as you head out the door. Through the day we will watch a cold front make its pass through the Big Country but the coolest air won’t sift in towards later tonight. Overnight temperatures are going to drop to the chilliest we have seen since April. Turn in those flip flops and bring out the boots overnight lows will dip into the 40’s with clear skies and light winds.
Tomorrow with a little bit of cooler air draped over the area highs should be just around average reaching the upper 70’s. Lows shouldn't drop as cool as we will see Thursday night but for the football game you will still want to grab a jacket or a light blanket.
The weekend looks great with a gradual warm up thanks to winds back out of the south/southeast. Highs will be in the mid 80's for Boo at the Zoo. Saturday breezy conditions return and Sunday our next front arrives. Models seem to be trending to a very cool front, temperatures behind it we could drop with highs for the beginning of the week in the 70's with lows in the mid 40's. Along with the cool temperatures we have a chance of rain Sunday night into Monday.
Have a great day!
Wednesday, October 17, 2007
Wednesday Evening Update
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
We didn't end up seeing much in the way of rain today. Showers and thunderstorms moved through portions of Scurry, Stonewall and Knox counties this morning, but that was it. Windy conditions were the main story today. The entire area had sustained winds of 20 to 30 mph with gusts of 35 to 45 mph. Much drier air moved into the region throughout the day due to the dryline making its way across the viewing area. Highs ranged from the low 80s to low 90s.
A cold front is expected to move through the region tomorrow. This will bring cooler temperatures to the area and reinforce the drier air that is already in place. It is because of the dry air that this will be a dry frontal passage. Highs should be in the upper 70s to low 80s with breezy northwest winds.
Friday looks to start off a bit chilly with temperatures in the low to mid 40s. We will warm up nicely though through the day with highs in the mid 70s to 80.
Breezy coniditons are expected to return on Saturday. Other than that it should be a pleasant day with mostly sunny skies and highs in the mid to upper 80s.
Another cold front looks to move into the area late Sunday. There will be a chance for rain with this front because moisture should have returned to the area. The chance for showers and thunderstorms is 20%. Highs are expected to be in the low to mid 80s with windy conditions.
There is a 20% chance of rain early Monday morning as the front finishes moving through the area. The air behind this cold front looks to be the coldest of the fall season so far. Highs are only expected to reach the mid 60s to 70.
It will be another chilly start on Tuesday with temperatures in the low to mid 40s. Dry conditions are likely with highs in the upper 60s to low 70s.
Have a terrific Tuesday!
We didn't end up seeing much in the way of rain today. Showers and thunderstorms moved through portions of Scurry, Stonewall and Knox counties this morning, but that was it. Windy conditions were the main story today. The entire area had sustained winds of 20 to 30 mph with gusts of 35 to 45 mph. Much drier air moved into the region throughout the day due to the dryline making its way across the viewing area. Highs ranged from the low 80s to low 90s.
A cold front is expected to move through the region tomorrow. This will bring cooler temperatures to the area and reinforce the drier air that is already in place. It is because of the dry air that this will be a dry frontal passage. Highs should be in the upper 70s to low 80s with breezy northwest winds.
Friday looks to start off a bit chilly with temperatures in the low to mid 40s. We will warm up nicely though through the day with highs in the mid 70s to 80.
Breezy coniditons are expected to return on Saturday. Other than that it should be a pleasant day with mostly sunny skies and highs in the mid to upper 80s.
Another cold front looks to move into the area late Sunday. There will be a chance for rain with this front because moisture should have returned to the area. The chance for showers and thunderstorms is 20%. Highs are expected to be in the low to mid 80s with windy conditions.
There is a 20% chance of rain early Monday morning as the front finishes moving through the area. The air behind this cold front looks to be the coldest of the fall season so far. Highs are only expected to reach the mid 60s to 70.
It will be another chilly start on Tuesday with temperatures in the low to mid 40s. Dry conditions are likely with highs in the upper 60s to low 70s.
Have a terrific Tuesday!
Wednesday Morning Update
Good Morning from Morning Meteorologist Kristen Connolly…
Yesterday morning the clouds held strong keeping it cool through the morning. By noon they began to break however temperatures didn’t hover much above mid 70’s for highs.
Overnight we have stayed fairly calm with an overcast sky and temperatures warmer in the mid 60’s. Showers and storms have began to pop up mainly north of our area however a little rain has fallen in Brown, Coleman and Eastland counties. Temperatures will stick in the mid 60’s with breezy conditions for this morning. We could see some scattered activity through the morning however a dryline will be approaching from the west. As it does our rain chances will end from west to east. As it passes our dew points will quickly dry out making it feel a lot more comfortable but winds will kick up even more gusting close to 35 mph. By later afternoon we should all be in the clear with the sunshine diminishing to a starry night with temperature cooling down to the upper 50’s.
Tomorrow temperatures will be cooler thanks to our next cold front passing through sometime tonight into tomorrow morning. Highs will reach the upper 70’s with lows dropping to the upper 40’s- yes it will be chilly to start off Friday, you will definitely want to bundle up!
The weekend looks great with plenty of sunshine and temperatures in the mid 80’s and lows in the low 60’s.
Sunday into Monday we may see the strongest front of the season push into the Big Country. Dropping highs to the low 70’s and overnight lows in the upper 40’s. With moistures having returned we will keep rain chances for this front at 20%.
Have a great day!
Yesterday morning the clouds held strong keeping it cool through the morning. By noon they began to break however temperatures didn’t hover much above mid 70’s for highs.
Overnight we have stayed fairly calm with an overcast sky and temperatures warmer in the mid 60’s. Showers and storms have began to pop up mainly north of our area however a little rain has fallen in Brown, Coleman and Eastland counties. Temperatures will stick in the mid 60’s with breezy conditions for this morning. We could see some scattered activity through the morning however a dryline will be approaching from the west. As it does our rain chances will end from west to east. As it passes our dew points will quickly dry out making it feel a lot more comfortable but winds will kick up even more gusting close to 35 mph. By later afternoon we should all be in the clear with the sunshine diminishing to a starry night with temperature cooling down to the upper 50’s.
Tomorrow temperatures will be cooler thanks to our next cold front passing through sometime tonight into tomorrow morning. Highs will reach the upper 70’s with lows dropping to the upper 40’s- yes it will be chilly to start off Friday, you will definitely want to bundle up!
The weekend looks great with plenty of sunshine and temperatures in the mid 80’s and lows in the low 60’s.
Sunday into Monday we may see the strongest front of the season push into the Big Country. Dropping highs to the low 70’s and overnight lows in the upper 40’s. With moistures having returned we will keep rain chances for this front at 20%.
Have a great day!
Tuesday, October 16, 2007
Strong to Severe Thunderstorms Possible
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
We started off this morning with fog and mist across the Big Country. It remained overcast to mostly cloudy throughout the day. This led to cooler than average temperatures for us this afternoon as highs were mainly in the low to mid 70s.
It looks like we have the potential to see strong to severe thunderstorms overnight tonight through tomorrow morning. The main severe threats will be large hail and damaging winds. We will let you know if any severe storms develop so stay tuned. A dryline is expected to set up to our west this evening and move across the Big Country during that time period. We will also have an upper level low pressure trough move close to the area with some disturbances. The chance for rain is 30%. Windy conditions are expected tomorrow with winds from the southwest at 15 to 25 mph and higher gusts. We should also have low relative humidity values so there is an elevated fire danger tomorrow. Please put off any outdoor burning plans you may have had until the weekend or next week. Highs for Wednesday should be in the mid to upper 80s.
A cold front is expected to move through the region late Wednesday night into Thursday. With dry air in place due to the dryline, rain does not look possible with the front. Highs for Thursday should be in the upper 70s to low 80s.
Friday will start off a bit chilly with temperatures in the mid to upper 40s. We should warm up nicely through the day and see highs in the upper 70s to low 80s in the afternoon.
The weather is looking nice for Boo At The Zoo on Saturday. Highs should be in the mid to upper 80s under partly cloudy skies.
A cold front is expected to move thorugh the area late Sunday in early Monday. We have a 20% chance of showers and thunderstorms with the front on Sunday and a slight chance on Monday. Windy conditions are likely for the second half of the weekend. Highs should be in the low 80s on Sunday.
The air behind this cold front looks to be the coldest we have seen so far this fall season. Highs for Monday look to be in the low 70s with lows in the mid 40s to around 50.
Have a wonderful Wednesday!
We started off this morning with fog and mist across the Big Country. It remained overcast to mostly cloudy throughout the day. This led to cooler than average temperatures for us this afternoon as highs were mainly in the low to mid 70s.
It looks like we have the potential to see strong to severe thunderstorms overnight tonight through tomorrow morning. The main severe threats will be large hail and damaging winds. We will let you know if any severe storms develop so stay tuned. A dryline is expected to set up to our west this evening and move across the Big Country during that time period. We will also have an upper level low pressure trough move close to the area with some disturbances. The chance for rain is 30%. Windy conditions are expected tomorrow with winds from the southwest at 15 to 25 mph and higher gusts. We should also have low relative humidity values so there is an elevated fire danger tomorrow. Please put off any outdoor burning plans you may have had until the weekend or next week. Highs for Wednesday should be in the mid to upper 80s.
A cold front is expected to move through the region late Wednesday night into Thursday. With dry air in place due to the dryline, rain does not look possible with the front. Highs for Thursday should be in the upper 70s to low 80s.
Friday will start off a bit chilly with temperatures in the mid to upper 40s. We should warm up nicely through the day and see highs in the upper 70s to low 80s in the afternoon.
The weather is looking nice for Boo At The Zoo on Saturday. Highs should be in the mid to upper 80s under partly cloudy skies.
A cold front is expected to move thorugh the area late Sunday in early Monday. We have a 20% chance of showers and thunderstorms with the front on Sunday and a slight chance on Monday. Windy conditions are likely for the second half of the weekend. Highs should be in the low 80s on Sunday.
The air behind this cold front looks to be the coldest we have seen so far this fall season. Highs for Monday look to be in the low 70s with lows in the mid 40s to around 50.
Have a wonderful Wednesday!
Tuesday Morning Update
Good Morning from Morning Meteorologist Kristen Connolly…
A cold front passed through the Big Country yesterday brining alot of rainfall in morning hours to our southern and eastern counties. Behind the front we saw clearing with drier and cooler air filtering into our area. By the afternoon it finally felt like fall with much cooler highs only reaching the mid 70's and hardly a cloud in the sky.
Overnight we have cooled down with temperatures dropping to the low to mid 50's. With the moisture returning fog has developed across the area with reduced visibilities. Be careful if you have to get out early on your morning commute. Once the sun rises the sunshine will quickly burn off the fog by 10 am with plenty of sunshine by noon. Through the afternoon clouds will begin to increase as temperatures reach the lower 80's.
Tonight our next storm system makes a push close to our area brining with it showers and thunderstorms through Wednesday. There is the possibility to see some severe weather with the clashing boundaries of warm moist air, and warm dry air.
After this storm system pushes out we will see plenty of sunshine with another cold front passing through.
Temperatures will remain in the lower 80's with lows in the mid 50's.
Have a great day!
A cold front passed through the Big Country yesterday brining alot of rainfall in morning hours to our southern and eastern counties. Behind the front we saw clearing with drier and cooler air filtering into our area. By the afternoon it finally felt like fall with much cooler highs only reaching the mid 70's and hardly a cloud in the sky.
Overnight we have cooled down with temperatures dropping to the low to mid 50's. With the moisture returning fog has developed across the area with reduced visibilities. Be careful if you have to get out early on your morning commute. Once the sun rises the sunshine will quickly burn off the fog by 10 am with plenty of sunshine by noon. Through the afternoon clouds will begin to increase as temperatures reach the lower 80's.
Tonight our next storm system makes a push close to our area brining with it showers and thunderstorms through Wednesday. There is the possibility to see some severe weather with the clashing boundaries of warm moist air, and warm dry air.
After this storm system pushes out we will see plenty of sunshine with another cold front passing through.
Temperatures will remain in the lower 80's with lows in the mid 50's.
Have a great day!
Monday, October 15, 2007
Chances For Rain and Two Cold Fronts This Week
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
A cold front began moving through the area overnight last night and didn't clear the southeastern communites until early afternoon. This lead to cooler temperatures for us. Highs were in the low to mid 70s. There were some showers and thunderstorms that developed along and ahead of the front. They mainly affected the eastern and southeastern portions of the viewing area.
Warmer temperatures look to return tomorrow with highs in the low 80s. Another upper level trough is expected to move close to the area Tuesday night into Wednesday. A dryline may move into our area as well. We have a 30% chance of showers and thunderstorsms during that time period. It is possible that some of the storms we experience may reach severe limits. As always, we will let you know if that happens and keep you updated on the latest. Highs for Wednesday should be in the low to mid 80s.
Another cold front is expected to move across the Big Country late Thursday into Friday. It looks to be a dry frontal passage at this time. Highs for Thursday will be in the mid 80s while on Friday they will be in the upper 70s.
Warm temperatures are expected this weekend as highs should be in the low to mid 80s. It should be dry both days, but it will be a bit windy on Sunday.
A second cold front is expected to arrive late Sunday into early Monday. There will be a slight chance for rain with this front. Highs to start the work week should only be in the mid to upper 70s.
Have a terrific Tuesday!
A cold front began moving through the area overnight last night and didn't clear the southeastern communites until early afternoon. This lead to cooler temperatures for us. Highs were in the low to mid 70s. There were some showers and thunderstorms that developed along and ahead of the front. They mainly affected the eastern and southeastern portions of the viewing area.
Warmer temperatures look to return tomorrow with highs in the low 80s. Another upper level trough is expected to move close to the area Tuesday night into Wednesday. A dryline may move into our area as well. We have a 30% chance of showers and thunderstorsms during that time period. It is possible that some of the storms we experience may reach severe limits. As always, we will let you know if that happens and keep you updated on the latest. Highs for Wednesday should be in the low to mid 80s.
Another cold front is expected to move across the Big Country late Thursday into Friday. It looks to be a dry frontal passage at this time. Highs for Thursday will be in the mid 80s while on Friday they will be in the upper 70s.
Warm temperatures are expected this weekend as highs should be in the low to mid 80s. It should be dry both days, but it will be a bit windy on Sunday.
A second cold front is expected to arrive late Sunday into early Monday. There will be a slight chance for rain with this front. Highs to start the work week should only be in the mid to upper 70s.
Have a terrific Tuesday!
Monday Starting Off Cool
Good Morning from Morning Meteorologist Kristen Connolly...
Showers and thunderstorms fired up ahead of a cold front bring alot of activity to our southern and eastern counties. The front was moving around 25 mph and will continue through the morning to bring rainfall from a line south of Ballinger to Coleman to Eastland. As the front passes behind it we are seeing drier and cooler air. Temperatures are ranging from upper 50's behind to low 70's ahead of it. These storms are being fuelled by the warm moist air along with upper level energy. The activity will end from northwest to southeast as we will loose the lifting mechanism and moisture with the continued push of the front. Temperatures by the afternoon will feel alot more like fall only reaching the mid 70's. Grab the jacket if you will be heading out tonight as lows drop into the mid 50's.
Tomorrow we should stay dry with more seasonal temperatures once again in the lower 80's. By tomorrow night into Wednesday another shortwave will pass in our upper levels helping to bring the rain chances back in the forecast. The best precipitation chance will be in our northern counties through the day Wednesday.
Behind this we will keep the forecast dry with another front by Thursday helping to bring back the autumn temperatures for the weekend.
Have a great day!
Showers and thunderstorms fired up ahead of a cold front bring alot of activity to our southern and eastern counties. The front was moving around 25 mph and will continue through the morning to bring rainfall from a line south of Ballinger to Coleman to Eastland. As the front passes behind it we are seeing drier and cooler air. Temperatures are ranging from upper 50's behind to low 70's ahead of it. These storms are being fuelled by the warm moist air along with upper level energy. The activity will end from northwest to southeast as we will loose the lifting mechanism and moisture with the continued push of the front. Temperatures by the afternoon will feel alot more like fall only reaching the mid 70's. Grab the jacket if you will be heading out tonight as lows drop into the mid 50's.
Tomorrow we should stay dry with more seasonal temperatures once again in the lower 80's. By tomorrow night into Wednesday another shortwave will pass in our upper levels helping to bring the rain chances back in the forecast. The best precipitation chance will be in our northern counties through the day Wednesday.
Behind this we will keep the forecast dry with another front by Thursday helping to bring back the autumn temperatures for the weekend.
Have a great day!
Sunday, October 14, 2007
Sunday Evening Update
From Meteorologist Nathan Motz.....
The main concern for the short term forecast will be the chance of severe t-storms during the overnight hours and into Monday morning. The best chance of severe weather will be in the eastern portions of the Big Country. All locations east of a line from Haskell to Abilene to Ballinger will have the best chance at seeing shower and thunderstorm activity overnight.
Thunderstorms will linger into Monday morning across the eastern Big Country and cooler temperatures will move in tomorrow as our afternoon highs will be in the mid 70's.
As we continue on into the middle part of next week, drier air will move in and our overnight lows will fall from the upper 50's to the lower 50's by the end of the week. Two cold fronts will move through the area later this week as well. The first on Tuesday night and the second on Friday. Due to the lack of available moisture, we will only see a slight chance of rain on Wednesday. Temperatures will warm up quite a bit on Thursday before the bigger cool down arrives on Friday.
With the cool front on Friday, moisture will remain too scarce to generate any significant chances of rain so it appears as if this frontal passage will be dry. Cooler temperatures, especially overnight, will be expected for next weekend.
Have a great day!!!
The main concern for the short term forecast will be the chance of severe t-storms during the overnight hours and into Monday morning. The best chance of severe weather will be in the eastern portions of the Big Country. All locations east of a line from Haskell to Abilene to Ballinger will have the best chance at seeing shower and thunderstorm activity overnight.
Thunderstorms will linger into Monday morning across the eastern Big Country and cooler temperatures will move in tomorrow as our afternoon highs will be in the mid 70's.
As we continue on into the middle part of next week, drier air will move in and our overnight lows will fall from the upper 50's to the lower 50's by the end of the week. Two cold fronts will move through the area later this week as well. The first on Tuesday night and the second on Friday. Due to the lack of available moisture, we will only see a slight chance of rain on Wednesday. Temperatures will warm up quite a bit on Thursday before the bigger cool down arrives on Friday.
With the cool front on Friday, moisture will remain too scarce to generate any significant chances of rain so it appears as if this frontal passage will be dry. Cooler temperatures, especially overnight, will be expected for next weekend.
Have a great day!!!
Saturday, October 13, 2007
Saturday Afternoon Update
From Meteorologist Nathan Motz.....
Tonight, more breezy conditions will prevail across the majority of west central Texas as a strong pressure gradient continues to be in place across the state. This pressure gradient has developed in response to an upper level trough of low pressure which is currently diving south into the southern Rockies. This trough will move out onto the plains tomorrow and tomorrow night.
As it does, we will have about a 50-50 shot of precipitation with the best chance coming on Sunday night. Due to the presence of stronger upper level energy with this system, there will be a chance for some of these thunderstorms to become severe on Sunday night and into Monday morning.
Temperatures will go up and down throughout the week as several storm systems will impact the area. Tomorrow we will be above average with highs in the upper 80's but Monday afternoon high temperatures will drop down into the upper 70's.
We'll then warm up during the middle part of the week before cooling off again late next week.
Overnight lows will remain in the upper 50's to lower 60's throughout the upcoming week.
Have a great weekend!!!!
Tonight, more breezy conditions will prevail across the majority of west central Texas as a strong pressure gradient continues to be in place across the state. This pressure gradient has developed in response to an upper level trough of low pressure which is currently diving south into the southern Rockies. This trough will move out onto the plains tomorrow and tomorrow night.
As it does, we will have about a 50-50 shot of precipitation with the best chance coming on Sunday night. Due to the presence of stronger upper level energy with this system, there will be a chance for some of these thunderstorms to become severe on Sunday night and into Monday morning.
Temperatures will go up and down throughout the week as several storm systems will impact the area. Tomorrow we will be above average with highs in the upper 80's but Monday afternoon high temperatures will drop down into the upper 70's.
We'll then warm up during the middle part of the week before cooling off again late next week.
Overnight lows will remain in the upper 50's to lower 60's throughout the upcoming week.
Have a great weekend!!!!
Friday, October 12, 2007
Friday Afternoon Update
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
We had warmer and drier coniditons across the Big Country today. Highs were in the mid 80s to 90 with no rain. It was breezy with sustained winds of 10 to 20 mph from the south-southeast.
Windy conditions are expected tomorrow so be aware of that if you are going to be out and about. There are several events happening around Abilene tomorrow including the Memory Walk and the Festival of the Americas. Highs should be in the mid 80s to 90.
An upper level trough is expected to push a dryline through the area on Sunday as well as a cold front on Monday. We will have a 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms with the best shot being Sunday afternoon through Monday morning. It is possible for us to see a few isolated severe thunderstorms during this time period. As always, we will keep a close eye on any storms that develop and let you know if any reach severe limits. Highs on Sunday should be in the mid to upper 80s, but on Monday it will be in the upper 70s to low 80s.
Tuesday through next Friday look to be dry for now. Highs are expected to be in the low to mid 80s.
Have a super Saturday!
We had warmer and drier coniditons across the Big Country today. Highs were in the mid 80s to 90 with no rain. It was breezy with sustained winds of 10 to 20 mph from the south-southeast.
Windy conditions are expected tomorrow so be aware of that if you are going to be out and about. There are several events happening around Abilene tomorrow including the Memory Walk and the Festival of the Americas. Highs should be in the mid 80s to 90.
An upper level trough is expected to push a dryline through the area on Sunday as well as a cold front on Monday. We will have a 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms with the best shot being Sunday afternoon through Monday morning. It is possible for us to see a few isolated severe thunderstorms during this time period. As always, we will keep a close eye on any storms that develop and let you know if any reach severe limits. Highs on Sunday should be in the mid to upper 80s, but on Monday it will be in the upper 70s to low 80s.
Tuesday through next Friday look to be dry for now. Highs are expected to be in the low to mid 80s.
Have a super Saturday!
Friday Update
Good Morning from Morning Meteorologist Kristen Connolly …
Yesterday morning we started to see rainfall developing around 3 am in our Haskell and Throckmorton. These storms were able to stay together pushing all the way through our southern counties as even more developed to the north. With the first storms pushing through we say the moisture increase and with that the next batch brought a good amount of rainfall to the area with a record at the Abilene Regional airport receiving 1.55 inches.
The reason behind these storms is why we will keep in rain chances again for today. With a ridge in the southwest we are staying in north/northwest flow aloft which can push disturbances though. The best chance today I think will be for our western counties. This morning unlike yesterday we are starting off quiet with temperatures in the mid 60’s and we will warm quickly to the mid 80’s by the afternoon. Tonight the winds are going to start kicking up and will be the main player tomorrow.
As a storm system pushes on shore in the Pacific Northwest it will dive down into the four corners region and eventually slide through the central plain. Tomorrow this will creat a tight pressure gradient between the ridge and trough meaning winds could gust to 25-30 mph. As this system nears our area it will also help swing a dryline and cold front through the area bring the rain chances back for Sunday and Monday with the possibility of severe weather.
Temperatures ahead of the front will continue in the mid 80’s with low 80’s behind it.
Have a great weekend!
Yesterday morning we started to see rainfall developing around 3 am in our Haskell and Throckmorton. These storms were able to stay together pushing all the way through our southern counties as even more developed to the north. With the first storms pushing through we say the moisture increase and with that the next batch brought a good amount of rainfall to the area with a record at the Abilene Regional airport receiving 1.55 inches.
The reason behind these storms is why we will keep in rain chances again for today. With a ridge in the southwest we are staying in north/northwest flow aloft which can push disturbances though. The best chance today I think will be for our western counties. This morning unlike yesterday we are starting off quiet with temperatures in the mid 60’s and we will warm quickly to the mid 80’s by the afternoon. Tonight the winds are going to start kicking up and will be the main player tomorrow.
As a storm system pushes on shore in the Pacific Northwest it will dive down into the four corners region and eventually slide through the central plain. Tomorrow this will creat a tight pressure gradient between the ridge and trough meaning winds could gust to 25-30 mph. As this system nears our area it will also help swing a dryline and cold front through the area bring the rain chances back for Sunday and Monday with the possibility of severe weather.
Temperatures ahead of the front will continue in the mid 80’s with low 80’s behind it.
Have a great weekend!
Thursday, October 11, 2007
Thursday Evening Update
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
We had a bit of a surprise this morning when showers and thunderstorms moved through portions of the viewing area. It looked as though we were going to be too dry here at the surface to support any precipitation, but the combination of southeast winds and heavy rain caused enough moisture to return to the surface level. The lifting mechanism in this siutation was a weak upper level disturbance that moved through the region. We recieved 1.55" at Abilene Regional Airport which is a record rainfall for this date. According to Doppler radar estimates, there was as much as 3 inches of rain in parts of Jones and Shackelford counties. Highs this afternoon were in the low 80s.
We will remain in a north-northwest flow aloft tomorrow. Due to that and the possibility of an upper level disturbance moving through the area, there is a slight chance for isolated showers and thunderstorms. Highs should be in the mid to upper 80s.
An upper level trough is still expected to move into the southwest U.S. on Saturday and then the central and southern plains Sunday and Monday. This will help push a dryline and cold front across the Big Country. For now Saturday looks dry, but there is a 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms Sunday and Monday. It is possible that we may see some severe thunderstorms during that time period. As always, we will keep a close eye on the situation and keep you updated on the latest. Windy conditions are expected Saturday and Sundy with winds in the 15 to 25 mph range. Highs should be in the mid to upper 80s this weekend and then cool down to around 80 on Monday.
Tuesday looks dry right with highs in the low 80s under partly cloudy skies.
Another upper level low could cause rain for us Wednesday and next Thursday. The chance for precipitation is slight, but that could increase as we get closer to that time period. Highs are expected to be in the low to mid 80s.
Have a fantastic Friday!
We had a bit of a surprise this morning when showers and thunderstorms moved through portions of the viewing area. It looked as though we were going to be too dry here at the surface to support any precipitation, but the combination of southeast winds and heavy rain caused enough moisture to return to the surface level. The lifting mechanism in this siutation was a weak upper level disturbance that moved through the region. We recieved 1.55" at Abilene Regional Airport which is a record rainfall for this date. According to Doppler radar estimates, there was as much as 3 inches of rain in parts of Jones and Shackelford counties. Highs this afternoon were in the low 80s.
We will remain in a north-northwest flow aloft tomorrow. Due to that and the possibility of an upper level disturbance moving through the area, there is a slight chance for isolated showers and thunderstorms. Highs should be in the mid to upper 80s.
An upper level trough is still expected to move into the southwest U.S. on Saturday and then the central and southern plains Sunday and Monday. This will help push a dryline and cold front across the Big Country. For now Saturday looks dry, but there is a 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms Sunday and Monday. It is possible that we may see some severe thunderstorms during that time period. As always, we will keep a close eye on the situation and keep you updated on the latest. Windy conditions are expected Saturday and Sundy with winds in the 15 to 25 mph range. Highs should be in the mid to upper 80s this weekend and then cool down to around 80 on Monday.
Tuesday looks dry right with highs in the low 80s under partly cloudy skies.
Another upper level low could cause rain for us Wednesday and next Thursday. The chance for precipitation is slight, but that could increase as we get closer to that time period. Highs are expected to be in the low to mid 80s.
Have a fantastic Friday!
Thursday Morning Forecast
Good Morning from Morning Meteorologist Kristen Connolly …
We had a beautiful day across the area and overnight we have stayed milder than the night before we just a few of us getting into the upper 50's. Showers and thunderstorms pushed into our Northern counties and moved southeast around 15 mph. This caused some moderate to heavy rainfall on the morning commute mainly staying to the east of Abilene with others receiving some light showers.
Today we will return to northwest flow aloft. With a disturbance and more moisture available we will keep in a slight chance for more afternoon showers or thunderstorms. For the rest of us partly sunny skies will persist with temperatures above average in the mid 80's. Overnight lows will stay into the low 60's.
This weekend more rain chances come into play with a strong upper level low pushing through the four corners region. This will bring back the rain chances for later part of the weekend as well as the possibility of a few strong storms. This system should swing our next front through and drop the temperatures back just a bit be the beginning of weekend.
Have a great day!
We had a beautiful day across the area and overnight we have stayed milder than the night before we just a few of us getting into the upper 50's. Showers and thunderstorms pushed into our Northern counties and moved southeast around 15 mph. This caused some moderate to heavy rainfall on the morning commute mainly staying to the east of Abilene with others receiving some light showers.
Today we will return to northwest flow aloft. With a disturbance and more moisture available we will keep in a slight chance for more afternoon showers or thunderstorms. For the rest of us partly sunny skies will persist with temperatures above average in the mid 80's. Overnight lows will stay into the low 60's.
This weekend more rain chances come into play with a strong upper level low pushing through the four corners region. This will bring back the rain chances for later part of the weekend as well as the possibility of a few strong storms. This system should swing our next front through and drop the temperatures back just a bit be the beginning of weekend.
Have a great day!
Wednesday, October 10, 2007
Wednesday Afternoon Update
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
Pleasant conditions continued for the Big Country today. Highs were in the low to mid 80s under mostly sunny skies. Dewpoints were in the 40s and 50s so it felt comfortable.
It looks like we can expect more of the same as we head through the end of the work week. High pressure should remain in control and keep us dry. Highs are expected to be in the mid to upper 80s tomorrow and Friday. Dewpoints should be up a little bit due to southeast winds bringing a little more moisture back into the region.
An upper level trough will likely move across the central and southern plains late Saturday through Sunday. This will increase our chance for rain beginning Saturday night. That chance is 20%. It is possible that the dryline may setup this weekend and move into the area, so there could be some strong to severe thunderstorms during this time period. Highs should be in the mid 80s.
A cold front is expected to move through the area on Monday. A 20% chance of showers and thunderstorms will continue for the start of the work week. Highs should be in the upper 70s to low 80s.
Tuesday and next Wednesday look dry for now with highs in the upper 70s to low 80s.
Have a terrific Thursday!
Pleasant conditions continued for the Big Country today. Highs were in the low to mid 80s under mostly sunny skies. Dewpoints were in the 40s and 50s so it felt comfortable.
It looks like we can expect more of the same as we head through the end of the work week. High pressure should remain in control and keep us dry. Highs are expected to be in the mid to upper 80s tomorrow and Friday. Dewpoints should be up a little bit due to southeast winds bringing a little more moisture back into the region.
An upper level trough will likely move across the central and southern plains late Saturday through Sunday. This will increase our chance for rain beginning Saturday night. That chance is 20%. It is possible that the dryline may setup this weekend and move into the area, so there could be some strong to severe thunderstorms during this time period. Highs should be in the mid 80s.
A cold front is expected to move through the area on Monday. A 20% chance of showers and thunderstorms will continue for the start of the work week. Highs should be in the upper 70s to low 80s.
Tuesday and next Wednesday look dry for now with highs in the upper 70s to low 80s.
Have a terrific Thursday!
Wednesday Morning Update
Good Morning from morning Meteorologist Kristen Connolly…
The cold front brought some relief to the heat yesterday afternoon and it finally felt a little more like fall. This also helped to bring light rain to our far southeastern counties.
Overnight it has cooled down to chilly temperatures in the 50's. You are going to want to grab that jacket on the way out the door this morning. These cooler temperatures won't last long as we will warm up to the lower 80's by the afternoon with picture perfect weather. High pressure will settle in and stick around for the next few days only brining plenty of sunshine, drier air and temperatures in the mid 80's. We will deal with one more overnight with temperatures in the upper 50's then they will return to the lower 60's getting into the weekend.
Our next front will arrive by the beginning of next week and we may actually get our highs in the upper 70's behind this blue norther.
Enjoy the more fall like weather and have a great day!
The cold front brought some relief to the heat yesterday afternoon and it finally felt a little more like fall. This also helped to bring light rain to our far southeastern counties.
Overnight it has cooled down to chilly temperatures in the 50's. You are going to want to grab that jacket on the way out the door this morning. These cooler temperatures won't last long as we will warm up to the lower 80's by the afternoon with picture perfect weather. High pressure will settle in and stick around for the next few days only brining plenty of sunshine, drier air and temperatures in the mid 80's. We will deal with one more overnight with temperatures in the upper 50's then they will return to the lower 60's getting into the weekend.
Our next front will arrive by the beginning of next week and we may actually get our highs in the upper 70's behind this blue norther.
Enjoy the more fall like weather and have a great day!
Tuesday, October 09, 2007
Tuesday Night Update
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
We had a beautiful day here in the Big Country today. Temperatures were cooler thanks to the cold front that moved through yesterday. Highs ranged from the upper 70s to mid 80s. Drier air continued to filter into the region throughout the day and this helped to make it feel comfortable.
Pleasant conditions look to continue through the end of the work week due to an upper level high pressure ridge being in control over the area. Skies will be mostly sunny with highs in the low to mid 80s. Dewpoints should be in the 40s and 50s Wednesday through Friday.
An upper level low is expected to move across the central and southern plains this weekend. The best dynamics for showers and thunderstorms will likely be to our north, but rain is still possible for our northern communties Saturday night and Sunday. The chance of precipitation is only slight though. Highs should be in the low to mid 80s under partly cloudy skies.
A weak cold front should move through the Big Country on Monday. There is a slight chance of rain for everyone in the viewing area for the beginning of the new work week. Highs look to be in the upper 70s to low 80s.
Have a wonderful Wednesday!
We had a beautiful day here in the Big Country today. Temperatures were cooler thanks to the cold front that moved through yesterday. Highs ranged from the upper 70s to mid 80s. Drier air continued to filter into the region throughout the day and this helped to make it feel comfortable.
Pleasant conditions look to continue through the end of the work week due to an upper level high pressure ridge being in control over the area. Skies will be mostly sunny with highs in the low to mid 80s. Dewpoints should be in the 40s and 50s Wednesday through Friday.
An upper level low is expected to move across the central and southern plains this weekend. The best dynamics for showers and thunderstorms will likely be to our north, but rain is still possible for our northern communties Saturday night and Sunday. The chance of precipitation is only slight though. Highs should be in the low to mid 80s under partly cloudy skies.
A weak cold front should move through the Big Country on Monday. There is a slight chance of rain for everyone in the viewing area for the beginning of the new work week. Highs look to be in the upper 70s to low 80s.
Have a wonderful Wednesday!
Tuesday Morning Update
Good Morning from Morning Meteorologist Kristen Connolly…
A front moved through the Big Country yesterday and where it passed temperatures barely tipped into the 80’s. Ahead of the front it warmed up again to the lower 90’s.
Overnight, cloud cover is blanketing the Big Country with a few showers popping up behind the front. It is continuing its push south and everyone should feel the after affects of the front with temperatures only rising to the lower 80’s this afternoon. Behind the front, skies are clearing and we should see the morning clouds diminish to afternoon sunshine. Have your jackets handy tomorrow morning, with clear skies tonight temperatures will drop into the mid 50’s.
The rest of the week the sun will be the dominating factor with high pressure in store. Temperatures will gradually warm to the mid 80’s and overnight lows back in the low 60’s.
The models for this weekend have a few possible changes in place. The backdoor front on Friday appears to just miss our area with the next front coming toward the end of the weekend. With this scenario, seasonal temperatures and a slight chance of rain returns on Sunday.
Have a great day!
A front moved through the Big Country yesterday and where it passed temperatures barely tipped into the 80’s. Ahead of the front it warmed up again to the lower 90’s.
Overnight, cloud cover is blanketing the Big Country with a few showers popping up behind the front. It is continuing its push south and everyone should feel the after affects of the front with temperatures only rising to the lower 80’s this afternoon. Behind the front, skies are clearing and we should see the morning clouds diminish to afternoon sunshine. Have your jackets handy tomorrow morning, with clear skies tonight temperatures will drop into the mid 50’s.
The rest of the week the sun will be the dominating factor with high pressure in store. Temperatures will gradually warm to the mid 80’s and overnight lows back in the low 60’s.
The models for this weekend have a few possible changes in place. The backdoor front on Friday appears to just miss our area with the next front coming toward the end of the weekend. With this scenario, seasonal temperatures and a slight chance of rain returns on Sunday.
Have a great day!
Monday, October 08, 2007
Monday Evening Update
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
We saw a wide range in our temperatures today thanks to a cold front that moved slowly across the area. Highs ranged from the low 80s in Snyder and Sweetwater to the low 90s in Brownwood. We didn't see much rain with the front. A few showers and thunderstorms developed in the southeastern portions of the viewing area late this afternoon and evening.
The next couple of days should be cooler and comfortable. Highs look to be in the low 80s tomorrow and Wednesday. Dewpoints should be in the 50s so it will feel pleasant.
An upper level high pressure ridge is expected to build into the area Thursday and Friday. This will lead to warmer temperatures with highs in the mid to upper 80s.
The ridge should break down this weekend. There is a slight chance of rain for our northern communties Saturday night and Sunday as an upper level low pressure system passes through the central and southern plains. Highs look to be in the mid 80s.
Have a terrific Tuesday!
We saw a wide range in our temperatures today thanks to a cold front that moved slowly across the area. Highs ranged from the low 80s in Snyder and Sweetwater to the low 90s in Brownwood. We didn't see much rain with the front. A few showers and thunderstorms developed in the southeastern portions of the viewing area late this afternoon and evening.
The next couple of days should be cooler and comfortable. Highs look to be in the low 80s tomorrow and Wednesday. Dewpoints should be in the 50s so it will feel pleasant.
An upper level high pressure ridge is expected to build into the area Thursday and Friday. This will lead to warmer temperatures with highs in the mid to upper 80s.
The ridge should break down this weekend. There is a slight chance of rain for our northern communties Saturday night and Sunday as an upper level low pressure system passes through the central and southern plains. Highs look to be in the mid 80s.
Have a terrific Tuesday!
Monday Morning Forecast
Good Morning from Morning Meteorologist Kristen Connolly..
It was a beautiful weekend for a lot of festivities across the Big Country and we will be seeing the same sunshine for most of the week but with one difference- a bit cooler temperatures.
This morning a front is making a punch though the Big Country with showers and thunderstorms popping up ahead of the system. It will continue to push through today and eventually make its way out of the Big Country. Rain chances will end from Northwest to Southeast as drier air gets filtered in. The best chance of activity will be in our eastern and southeastern especially during the overnight. Otherwise today we will see sunshine with scattered clouds and temperatures in the lower 80’s.
For the rest of the week High pressure takes over with plenty of sunshine and temperatures in the mid 80’s and lows in the low 60s.
Our next front arrives by the weekend with a slight chance of rain returning to the forecast.
Have a great day!
It was a beautiful weekend for a lot of festivities across the Big Country and we will be seeing the same sunshine for most of the week but with one difference- a bit cooler temperatures.
This morning a front is making a punch though the Big Country with showers and thunderstorms popping up ahead of the system. It will continue to push through today and eventually make its way out of the Big Country. Rain chances will end from Northwest to Southeast as drier air gets filtered in. The best chance of activity will be in our eastern and southeastern especially during the overnight. Otherwise today we will see sunshine with scattered clouds and temperatures in the lower 80’s.
For the rest of the week High pressure takes over with plenty of sunshine and temperatures in the mid 80’s and lows in the low 60s.
Our next front arrives by the weekend with a slight chance of rain returning to the forecast.
Have a great day!
Sunday, October 07, 2007
Sunday Afternoon Update
From Meteorologist Nathan Motz.....
Today was a couple of degrees cooler than yesterday as our high temperatures stayed below the 90 degree mark. Tomorrow morning, a cool front will progress through the area and bring even cooler weather into the Big Country, lowering highs a few more degrees.
A chance of isolated t-storms will accompany the front tomorrow afternoon with the best chance of rain being to the north and east of the city of Abilene. Tomorrow night, rain chances will come to an end and overnight lows will begin to drop off into the lower 60's as humidity levels continue to decrease.
Temperatures will remain somewhat cooler over the next 7 days but afternoon highs will continue to be in the mid 80's, about 4 or 5 degrees above normal for this time of year. Overnight lows will remain closer to normal however, in the upper 50's to lower 60's throughout the upcoming week.
Late next week, another shot of cooler air may move in, but right now it appears as if most of the coolest air will remain to the north. Next weekend, afternoon highs will remain about 5 -7 degrees cooler than they were this weekend though.
Today was a couple of degrees cooler than yesterday as our high temperatures stayed below the 90 degree mark. Tomorrow morning, a cool front will progress through the area and bring even cooler weather into the Big Country, lowering highs a few more degrees.
A chance of isolated t-storms will accompany the front tomorrow afternoon with the best chance of rain being to the north and east of the city of Abilene. Tomorrow night, rain chances will come to an end and overnight lows will begin to drop off into the lower 60's as humidity levels continue to decrease.
Temperatures will remain somewhat cooler over the next 7 days but afternoon highs will continue to be in the mid 80's, about 4 or 5 degrees above normal for this time of year. Overnight lows will remain closer to normal however, in the upper 50's to lower 60's throughout the upcoming week.
Late next week, another shot of cooler air may move in, but right now it appears as if most of the coolest air will remain to the north. Next weekend, afternoon highs will remain about 5 -7 degrees cooler than they were this weekend though.
Saturday, October 06, 2007
Saturday Afternoon Update
From Meteorologist Nathan Motz.....
One week into October and afternoon highs remain well above normal yet again today. It looks as if there will be one more day of 90 degree heat before a slight cool off occurs at the beginning of the upcoming work week. A cool front will move into north Texas tomorrow night and into the Big Country on Monday bringing somewhat cooler and drier air into west central Texas. Temperatures will continue to remain slightly above normal but no 90 degree heat is expected next week.
A slight chance of rain will accompany the frontal passage on Monday but it appears that the upper level energy necessary to create significant rain chances will remain well off to the north.
As a drier air mass moves in behind the front, overnight low temperatures will drop to just below normal into the mid 50's on Tuesday night. Overnight lows will remain cool in the upper 50's to lower 60's throughout the upcoming week.
Have a great weekend!!!
One week into October and afternoon highs remain well above normal yet again today. It looks as if there will be one more day of 90 degree heat before a slight cool off occurs at the beginning of the upcoming work week. A cool front will move into north Texas tomorrow night and into the Big Country on Monday bringing somewhat cooler and drier air into west central Texas. Temperatures will continue to remain slightly above normal but no 90 degree heat is expected next week.
A slight chance of rain will accompany the frontal passage on Monday but it appears that the upper level energy necessary to create significant rain chances will remain well off to the north.
As a drier air mass moves in behind the front, overnight low temperatures will drop to just below normal into the mid 50's on Tuesday night. Overnight lows will remain cool in the upper 50's to lower 60's throughout the upcoming week.
Have a great weekend!!!
Friday, October 05, 2007
Friday Morning Forecast
Good Morning from Morning Meteorologist Kristen Connolly…
Showers and Storms made it into our western and northern counties with the activity all dissipating by midnight. Overnight we have just seen scattered clouds with temperatures cooler then the past few days and also lower dew points so instead of humidity it will feel more comfy.
Through out the day we will see plenty of sunshine with temperatures again dipping into the low 90’s. Winds will kick up with the trough still to our northwest. By the evening we could again see a few showers and storms sparking in our western counties with most of us in the clear for Friday Night Football. Tomorrow a low that will be sliding on the east Texas coast could cause a few showers for our eastern counties. Temperatures will be in the upper 80’s. Late Sunday into Monday a cold front will make it though our area helping to drop the dew point and temperatures. This will bring the rain chances back for mainly overnight Sunday into Monday.
Behind the front temperatures will be in the mid 80’s with lows cooler in the mid 50’s. We will see lots of sunshine during the day and clear skies overnight.
Have a great weekend!
Showers and Storms made it into our western and northern counties with the activity all dissipating by midnight. Overnight we have just seen scattered clouds with temperatures cooler then the past few days and also lower dew points so instead of humidity it will feel more comfy.
Through out the day we will see plenty of sunshine with temperatures again dipping into the low 90’s. Winds will kick up with the trough still to our northwest. By the evening we could again see a few showers and storms sparking in our western counties with most of us in the clear for Friday Night Football. Tomorrow a low that will be sliding on the east Texas coast could cause a few showers for our eastern counties. Temperatures will be in the upper 80’s. Late Sunday into Monday a cold front will make it though our area helping to drop the dew point and temperatures. This will bring the rain chances back for mainly overnight Sunday into Monday.
Behind the front temperatures will be in the mid 80’s with lows cooler in the mid 50’s. We will see lots of sunshine during the day and clear skies overnight.
Have a great weekend!
Thursday, October 04, 2007
Thursday Forecast
Good Morning from Morning Meteorologist Kristen Connolly…
Along the front showers and storms popped up with the heating of the day yesterday. Most of the activity died down once we lose the fuel and overnight has been fairly quiet with lows in the lower 70’s.
Today we will see temperatures more like August then October. Highs will dip into the low 90’s with plenty of sunshine. As high pressure dominates we will see less cloud cover and may even see a little drier air push into the Big Country. With a trough to our northwest winds will kick up and may be a relief from the heat. This high will be the big player for us as we watch a big dip in the jet stream move into the Rockies Friday and drop a front through this weekend. Ahead we will see temperatures in the upper 80’s to low 90’s.
Late Sunday to Monday the front should pass through the Big Country bring a little cool down with temperatures in the lower 80’s and lows just around 60. Behind the front we will mostly sunny skies and mid 80’s return.
Have a great day!
Along the front showers and storms popped up with the heating of the day yesterday. Most of the activity died down once we lose the fuel and overnight has been fairly quiet with lows in the lower 70’s.
Today we will see temperatures more like August then October. Highs will dip into the low 90’s with plenty of sunshine. As high pressure dominates we will see less cloud cover and may even see a little drier air push into the Big Country. With a trough to our northwest winds will kick up and may be a relief from the heat. This high will be the big player for us as we watch a big dip in the jet stream move into the Rockies Friday and drop a front through this weekend. Ahead we will see temperatures in the upper 80’s to low 90’s.
Late Sunday to Monday the front should pass through the Big Country bring a little cool down with temperatures in the lower 80’s and lows just around 60. Behind the front we will mostly sunny skies and mid 80’s return.
Have a great day!
Wednesday, October 03, 2007
Wednesday Afternoon Update
From Meteorologist Nathan Motz.....
A couple of storms did manage to develop yesterday evening across the western portions of the area around Snyder, Roby, Aspermont, and over to the southwest of Haskell. These storms dissipated, however, before they reached Abilene and dry conditions are expected for the rest of tonight and into the weekend.
South of Abilene, t-storms will remain possible through the evening hours and these storms should dissipate around sunset. Overnight lows areawide will remain in the mid 60's to near 70.
Warm and dry conditions will prevail from now until late in the weekend and early next week when a cool front will make its way into northern Texas. As it approachs the Big Country, we will begin to pick up a slight chance of rain on Sunday and somewhat cooler air will begin to filter into the area on Monday and Tuesday. Unfortunately, it does appear like the bulk of the cooler air mass will remain well to the north and east.
Have a great day!!!!
A couple of storms did manage to develop yesterday evening across the western portions of the area around Snyder, Roby, Aspermont, and over to the southwest of Haskell. These storms dissipated, however, before they reached Abilene and dry conditions are expected for the rest of tonight and into the weekend.
South of Abilene, t-storms will remain possible through the evening hours and these storms should dissipate around sunset. Overnight lows areawide will remain in the mid 60's to near 70.
Warm and dry conditions will prevail from now until late in the weekend and early next week when a cool front will make its way into northern Texas. As it approachs the Big Country, we will begin to pick up a slight chance of rain on Sunday and somewhat cooler air will begin to filter into the area on Monday and Tuesday. Unfortunately, it does appear like the bulk of the cooler air mass will remain well to the north and east.
Have a great day!!!!
Wednesday Morning Forecast
Good Morning from Morning Meteorologist Kristen Connolly…
Like clock work showers and thunderstorms popped up along trough out in west texas yesterday afternoon. Otherwise we warmed up with hot temperatures in the low 90's. Overnight we have seen a few hit or miss showers with most of the activity just to our northeast.
This morning a front is making its way through the Big Country. We are seeing a wind shift along with a little drier air but this isn't knocking the temperatures back to average for october. For the rest of the day this front will become stationary and eventually wash out. We could see a few showers spark off of it this morning then see a break till we get those afternoon heating storms. Temperatures will still rise to the upper 80's.
Thursday and Friday our ridge will return and plop over us bringing back the warm and dry weather into the early part of the weekend. The front that we have been talking about since the beginning of the week will arrive sometime Sunday. This front though doesn't look as strong as it once looked. This means those highs are not going to be dropping as much as we may want to make it feel more like fall. Right now I am keeping highs for early next in the lower 80's.
Have a good day!
Like clock work showers and thunderstorms popped up along trough out in west texas yesterday afternoon. Otherwise we warmed up with hot temperatures in the low 90's. Overnight we have seen a few hit or miss showers with most of the activity just to our northeast.
This morning a front is making its way through the Big Country. We are seeing a wind shift along with a little drier air but this isn't knocking the temperatures back to average for october. For the rest of the day this front will become stationary and eventually wash out. We could see a few showers spark off of it this morning then see a break till we get those afternoon heating storms. Temperatures will still rise to the upper 80's.
Thursday and Friday our ridge will return and plop over us bringing back the warm and dry weather into the early part of the weekend. The front that we have been talking about since the beginning of the week will arrive sometime Sunday. This front though doesn't look as strong as it once looked. This means those highs are not going to be dropping as much as we may want to make it feel more like fall. Right now I am keeping highs for early next in the lower 80's.
Have a good day!
Tuesday, October 02, 2007
Tuesday Morning Forecast
Good morning from Morning Meteorologist Kristen Connolly…
A few showers and storms popped up to start our work week but overnight we have quiet things back down with temperatures starting in the lower 70's.
For the rest of our day we will see highs in the upper 80's with a chance of showers and thunderstorms also the winds will kick up again. A cold front we be throttling down from the north and should eventually arrive sometime overnight. This will bring our best shot of rain. This front is fairly week and won't be dropping our high temperatures.
For the end of our week highs will be in the low 90's with a little drier conditions. On Saturday we should warm up before our next front pushes through. The front that will arrive this weekend should pack the biggest punch we have seen this season. Model a little inconsistent with how cool our temperatures will go but we could see our highs back to the mid 70's with overnight lows in the mid 50's.
Have a great day!
A few showers and storms popped up to start our work week but overnight we have quiet things back down with temperatures starting in the lower 70's.
For the rest of our day we will see highs in the upper 80's with a chance of showers and thunderstorms also the winds will kick up again. A cold front we be throttling down from the north and should eventually arrive sometime overnight. This will bring our best shot of rain. This front is fairly week and won't be dropping our high temperatures.
For the end of our week highs will be in the low 90's with a little drier conditions. On Saturday we should warm up before our next front pushes through. The front that will arrive this weekend should pack the biggest punch we have seen this season. Model a little inconsistent with how cool our temperatures will go but we could see our highs back to the mid 70's with overnight lows in the mid 50's.
Have a great day!
Monday, October 01, 2007
Monday Evening Update
From Meteorologist Nathan Motz......
A couple of t-storms did manage to develop today mostly to the south of I-20 around Brownwood and east into Comanche county. Also a few storms developed in the vicinity of Colorado City. Chances of rain for the rest of tonight do not look good but there will be a slight chance of rain for tomorrow afternoon as a warm and humid air mass remains in place across west central Texas.
Tomorrow night a cool front will approach the northern Big Country and will try to move through area early Wednesday morning. A 30% chance of t-storms will accompany the frontal passage however the front will not bring much cooler temperatures to the area.
Late in the week it appears that a much stronger cold front will pass through the Big Country bringing more seasonal temperatures by early next week. We will continue to update the forecast throughout the week but right now it appears that afternoon high temperatures may only reach the upper 70's next Sunday and into Monday.
Have a great Tuesday!!!
A couple of t-storms did manage to develop today mostly to the south of I-20 around Brownwood and east into Comanche county. Also a few storms developed in the vicinity of Colorado City. Chances of rain for the rest of tonight do not look good but there will be a slight chance of rain for tomorrow afternoon as a warm and humid air mass remains in place across west central Texas.
Tomorrow night a cool front will approach the northern Big Country and will try to move through area early Wednesday morning. A 30% chance of t-storms will accompany the frontal passage however the front will not bring much cooler temperatures to the area.
Late in the week it appears that a much stronger cold front will pass through the Big Country bringing more seasonal temperatures by early next week. We will continue to update the forecast throughout the week but right now it appears that afternoon high temperatures may only reach the upper 70's next Sunday and into Monday.
Have a great Tuesday!!!
A Change May Be Coming
Good Morning from Morning Meteorologist Kristen Connolly…
A pretty quiet weekend overall with temperatures in the upper 80's to low 90's. This morning temperatures are starting off in the upper 60's to low 70's with high humidity.
That humidity will continue for the rest of the day. With winds out of the south southeast we will continue to fuel our area with plenty of moisture. A front to our north will be the focal point for some showers and thunderstorms that could drive into our area. The best chance will be in our northern counties. This front will push north and eventually wash out.
We will bring the second front of the week into our area Tuesday with the best chance of some showers coming Tuesday night into Wednesday. Although this front may bring rain, it doesn't look like it will bring much cooler temperatures with high only dropping a couple of degrees.
After the early week fronts we will dry things back out with partly cloudy skies and temperatures in the mid 80's and lows in the upper 60's.
This weekend fall could finally arrive as a strong cold front pushes through the Big Country. Right now models tending to drop highs in the mid 70's with lows in the mid 50's. We will keep an eye on this cool weather maker, but for everyone who has been wishing for some cooler weather, it may just be around the corner.
Have a great first day of October!
A pretty quiet weekend overall with temperatures in the upper 80's to low 90's. This morning temperatures are starting off in the upper 60's to low 70's with high humidity.
That humidity will continue for the rest of the day. With winds out of the south southeast we will continue to fuel our area with plenty of moisture. A front to our north will be the focal point for some showers and thunderstorms that could drive into our area. The best chance will be in our northern counties. This front will push north and eventually wash out.
We will bring the second front of the week into our area Tuesday with the best chance of some showers coming Tuesday night into Wednesday. Although this front may bring rain, it doesn't look like it will bring much cooler temperatures with high only dropping a couple of degrees.
After the early week fronts we will dry things back out with partly cloudy skies and temperatures in the mid 80's and lows in the upper 60's.
This weekend fall could finally arrive as a strong cold front pushes through the Big Country. Right now models tending to drop highs in the mid 70's with lows in the mid 50's. We will keep an eye on this cool weather maker, but for everyone who has been wishing for some cooler weather, it may just be around the corner.
Have a great first day of October!
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