From Meteorologist Nathan Motz....
We will start of the new year with very, very cold temperatures overnight. Some locations in the western and northern Big Country will see temperatures dip into the upper teens. Here in Abilene, temperatures will likely remain in the lower 20's.
Tomorrow, afternoon high temperatures will be cooler as well with readings only in the mid to upper 40's. After tomorrow, however, we begin to warm up considerably and by the end of the week, highs will be pushing 70 degrees.
2008 will also begin just as we ended 2007 in terms of precipitation: very dry. The first real shot at precipitation will not come until sometime early next week which is just beyond our forecast period. Until then, mostly sunny skies and warm temperatures will dominate the forecast through the end of this week.
Have a Happy New Year!!!!
Monday, December 31, 2007
New Years Eve Forecast
Good Morning from Morning Meteorologist Kristen Connolly...
A cold front is moving through our counties this morning and it is packing a punch. This Arctic air will mean a colder end to 2007 and chilly beginning to 2008. Today we will see plenty of sunshine but the winds will be breezy as they gust up to 25 mph out of the North. Temperatures will only make it into the lower 50's.
When you head out tonight to celebrate bundle up as temperatures around dinner time will already be dropping and as we kick off 2008 lows will bottom out in the lower 20's.
Behind the front a high will build in which means lots of sunshine and winds continue out of the North until mid week. This means a few days of highs in the upper 40's and yes lows for the first night of 2008 in the upper teens!
As we get closer to the weekends the winds will switch out of the south and bring back some warmth as highs reach into the lower 60's with lows in the lower 40's.
Have a great day and Happy New Year! Be Safe.
A cold front is moving through our counties this morning and it is packing a punch. This Arctic air will mean a colder end to 2007 and chilly beginning to 2008. Today we will see plenty of sunshine but the winds will be breezy as they gust up to 25 mph out of the North. Temperatures will only make it into the lower 50's.
When you head out tonight to celebrate bundle up as temperatures around dinner time will already be dropping and as we kick off 2008 lows will bottom out in the lower 20's.
Behind the front a high will build in which means lots of sunshine and winds continue out of the North until mid week. This means a few days of highs in the upper 40's and yes lows for the first night of 2008 in the upper teens!
As we get closer to the weekends the winds will switch out of the south and bring back some warmth as highs reach into the lower 60's with lows in the lower 40's.
Have a great day and Happy New Year! Be Safe.
Saturday, December 29, 2007
Saturday Evening Forecast
Good Evening from Meteorologist Kristen Connolly...
Temperatures have warmed up today getting into the mid 50's to low 60's. We have seen plenty of sunshine with clouds making their passing. Overnight lows will get down to upper 20's with partly cloudy skies as shortwave brushes across our region.
Tomorrow the high pressure will slide off to our east. The winds will continue to bring in some warmth as temperatures warm into the mid 60's. It will also be a bit breezy with winds gusting to around 20 mph. Grab the short selves but don’t pack the jackets away! Just in time for the next holiday a front arrives in our area. Monday morning the front will slide through switching our winds out of the North which will keep our highs back in the lower 50's for the last day in 2007. With an artic chill filtering in bundle up for all your celebrations as temperatures will drop to the lower 20's as 2008 kicks off.
A high will settle over the region again for the early week which will keep temperatures cool until the weekend where we warm back up to the 60's.
Have a great evening!
Temperatures have warmed up today getting into the mid 50's to low 60's. We have seen plenty of sunshine with clouds making their passing. Overnight lows will get down to upper 20's with partly cloudy skies as shortwave brushes across our region.
Tomorrow the high pressure will slide off to our east. The winds will continue to bring in some warmth as temperatures warm into the mid 60's. It will also be a bit breezy with winds gusting to around 20 mph. Grab the short selves but don’t pack the jackets away! Just in time for the next holiday a front arrives in our area. Monday morning the front will slide through switching our winds out of the North which will keep our highs back in the lower 50's for the last day in 2007. With an artic chill filtering in bundle up for all your celebrations as temperatures will drop to the lower 20's as 2008 kicks off.
A high will settle over the region again for the early week which will keep temperatures cool until the weekend where we warm back up to the 60's.
Have a great evening!
Friday, December 28, 2007
Warmer Weekend Ahead
Good Evening from Meteorologist Kristen Connolly...
It has been a chilly afternoon with temperatures feeling like the lower 40's as the winds have been steady from 5 - 10 mph and temperatures haven't risen higher than the mid 40's.
Tonight with light winds and clear skies lows will drop even colder than last night getting into the mid 20's. Tomorrow our winds should begin to switch out of the South which will help us warm up with highs in the mid to upper 50's. By Sunday highs should get into the mid 60's with southwesterly winds dominating. If you have any outdoor plans Sunday will be perfect for them!
Just in time to kick of 2008 a strong artic front makes its barge into the Big Country. The front should arrive late New Years Eve with temperatures dropping in the lower 20's. Highs by mid week will only reach in the upper 40's. As a ridge sets up the quiet weather pattern will continue until late week.
Have a great weekend!
It has been a chilly afternoon with temperatures feeling like the lower 40's as the winds have been steady from 5 - 10 mph and temperatures haven't risen higher than the mid 40's.
Tonight with light winds and clear skies lows will drop even colder than last night getting into the mid 20's. Tomorrow our winds should begin to switch out of the South which will help us warm up with highs in the mid to upper 50's. By Sunday highs should get into the mid 60's with southwesterly winds dominating. If you have any outdoor plans Sunday will be perfect for them!
Just in time to kick of 2008 a strong artic front makes its barge into the Big Country. The front should arrive late New Years Eve with temperatures dropping in the lower 20's. Highs by mid week will only reach in the upper 40's. As a ridge sets up the quiet weather pattern will continue until late week.
Have a great weekend!
Thursday, December 27, 2007
Winds Will Calm Down
Good Evening from Meteorologist Kristen Connolly
It was a very chilly start to our Thursday with temperatures plummeting to the mid 20's. This afternoon we warmed up to the mid 50's but the winds blew strong gusting over 30 mph.
The winds are going to be the main player tonight as a low pressure system pushes just south of our area. This will keep the winds up which will also help our temperatures to stay above 30. As the system pushes on tomorrow morning and another high pressure builds the winds will calm down.
Tomorrow our highs will begin a gradual warm up going from mid 50's Friday to mid 60's Sunday, lows in the lower 30's. Plenty of sunshine is on store until a front makes its way in by the early week. We will see a few clouds but the rain chances are still not in the forecast as we will continue to be quit dry. After the front our highs return Tuesday though Thursday in the upper 40's to low 50's with lows back in the 20's.
Have a great evening!
It was a very chilly start to our Thursday with temperatures plummeting to the mid 20's. This afternoon we warmed up to the mid 50's but the winds blew strong gusting over 30 mph.
The winds are going to be the main player tonight as a low pressure system pushes just south of our area. This will keep the winds up which will also help our temperatures to stay above 30. As the system pushes on tomorrow morning and another high pressure builds the winds will calm down.
Tomorrow our highs will begin a gradual warm up going from mid 50's Friday to mid 60's Sunday, lows in the lower 30's. Plenty of sunshine is on store until a front makes its way in by the early week. We will see a few clouds but the rain chances are still not in the forecast as we will continue to be quit dry. After the front our highs return Tuesday though Thursday in the upper 40's to low 50's with lows back in the 20's.
Have a great evening!
Wednesday, December 26, 2007
Wednesday Evening Forecast
Good evening from Meteorologist Kristen Connolly...
We saw a cold front roll through early this morning, with it cooler temperatures blanketed the Big Country with plenty of cloud cover and wind gusts over 30 mph. The sunshine finally broke in the early afternoon warming temperatures into the mid to upper 40's.
As high pressure slides in and winds drop we will see a very cold night on store as temperatures fall to the upper 20's. Tomorrow our highs will return to average as they climb to the mid 50's.
The next few days we will see a quiet weather pattern as highs go from the mid 50's to even 60's Sunday. A few nights will be chilly especially Friday night as lows drop to around 30. Otherwise most nights the lows will stay in the mid 30's.
Kicking off 2008 another front will roll through dropping highs back to the upper 40's. Over the next few days we may deal with gusty winds but the rain chances look nil.
Have a great evening!
We saw a cold front roll through early this morning, with it cooler temperatures blanketed the Big Country with plenty of cloud cover and wind gusts over 30 mph. The sunshine finally broke in the early afternoon warming temperatures into the mid to upper 40's.
As high pressure slides in and winds drop we will see a very cold night on store as temperatures fall to the upper 20's. Tomorrow our highs will return to average as they climb to the mid 50's.
The next few days we will see a quiet weather pattern as highs go from the mid 50's to even 60's Sunday. A few nights will be chilly especially Friday night as lows drop to around 30. Otherwise most nights the lows will stay in the mid 30's.
Kicking off 2008 another front will roll through dropping highs back to the upper 40's. Over the next few days we may deal with gusty winds but the rain chances look nil.
Have a great evening!
Tuesday, December 25, 2007
Tuesday Afternoon Update
From Meteorologist Nathan Motz.....
For us here in west central Texas, it was a warm and breezy Christmas day as temperatures soared into the low to mid 60's areawide. Winds out of the south and southwest continue to blow at a brisk 15 - 20 mph.
Tonight, a cold front will pass through the area and cool temperatures down tomorrow afternoon into the mid 40's. Upper level energy will spread east across northwest Texas tonight and will provide a very slight chance for isolated snow flurries from Snyder and Roby over to Aspermont and Haskell.
Mostly sunny and dry conditions will then take over through at least next weekend beneath strong westerly winds aloft.
Early next week, models are indicating that there is the possibility of a strong cold front moving through the area. This front could easily drop high temperatures well into the 30's by Tuesday. This system will bear watching and the forecast will likely change between now and Tuesday, but it does look like a very strong push of colder air will work its way into the area sometime early next week.
Have a Merry Christmas!!!
For us here in west central Texas, it was a warm and breezy Christmas day as temperatures soared into the low to mid 60's areawide. Winds out of the south and southwest continue to blow at a brisk 15 - 20 mph.
Tonight, a cold front will pass through the area and cool temperatures down tomorrow afternoon into the mid 40's. Upper level energy will spread east across northwest Texas tonight and will provide a very slight chance for isolated snow flurries from Snyder and Roby over to Aspermont and Haskell.
Mostly sunny and dry conditions will then take over through at least next weekend beneath strong westerly winds aloft.
Early next week, models are indicating that there is the possibility of a strong cold front moving through the area. This front could easily drop high temperatures well into the 30's by Tuesday. This system will bear watching and the forecast will likely change between now and Tuesday, but it does look like a very strong push of colder air will work its way into the area sometime early next week.
Have a Merry Christmas!!!
Monday, December 24, 2007
Monday Evening Update
From Meteorologist Nathan Motz.....
Temperatures this afternoon were a little warmer again today but still a few degrees below average after a strong cold front moved through the area over the weekend. By tomorrow afternoon, however, afternoon highs will once again run about 10 degrees above normal into the low to mid 60's.
More dry weather is also in store for the Big Country this week. Several cold fronts will pass through the area this week, beginning late Tuesday night and into Wednesday morning. This front will cool us back down to around 50 degrees by Wednesday but will not provide any chance for precipitation.
Temperatures Thursday through the weekend will remain in the mid to upper 50's area wide with little to no chance for precipitation. Do keep in mind, however, that the winter months are normally our driest here in west central Texas.
Have a MERRY CHRISTMAS!!!
Temperatures this afternoon were a little warmer again today but still a few degrees below average after a strong cold front moved through the area over the weekend. By tomorrow afternoon, however, afternoon highs will once again run about 10 degrees above normal into the low to mid 60's.
More dry weather is also in store for the Big Country this week. Several cold fronts will pass through the area this week, beginning late Tuesday night and into Wednesday morning. This front will cool us back down to around 50 degrees by Wednesday but will not provide any chance for precipitation.
Temperatures Thursday through the weekend will remain in the mid to upper 50's area wide with little to no chance for precipitation. Do keep in mind, however, that the winter months are normally our driest here in west central Texas.
Have a MERRY CHRISTMAS!!!
Friday, December 21, 2007
Much Colder For The Weekend
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
I hope you got outside and enjoyed our last warm day for a while because below average temperatures are expected starting tomorrow. Highs today were in the low to mid 70s. It was windy with winds from the south-southwest at 20 to 25 mph with higher gusts.
A cold front looks to move through the area tomorrow morning. This will bring much colder temperatures for us. Highs should be in the mid to upper 40s. That could occur early in the day with temperatures holding steady or dropping in the afternoon. It will feel even colder with north winds of 20 to 30 mph. If you are going to be out doing some Christmas shopping, bundle up. There is a slight chance of precipitation tomorrow. It will mainly be in the liquid form. It is not out of the question for some snowflakes to mix in with the rain in the northern portions of the area. Accumulation would not be likely if snow mixed with rain. It is only a slight chance of precipitation due to a lack of moisture in our area.
The coldest night of the week will be Saturday night with lows in the low to mid 20s. It looks like we should have a hard freeze that night so protect your pets, plants and pipes. We look to have a pleasant afternoon Sunday with highs in the low to mid 50s under mostly sunny skies.
Another cold front is expected to arrive early Monday. Highs will cool back down into the low to mid 40s. We only have a slight chance of precipitation once again due to a lack of moisture. It looks like it will be just rain for us, but with temperatures at or below freezing to start off the morning we could see some frozen precipitation. Even if we did, it would melt due to temperatures getting above freezing during the day.
Christmas Day should be good for those of you who get any outdoor related gifts. Highs will be in the low to mid 50s under partly cloudy skies.
Yet another cold front looks to move through the area early Wednesday. We will again have a slight chance of precipitation. If we get the precipitation early enough, it could be of the frozen variety. For now though, it should be just rain.
Thursday and next Friday are expected to be dry with highs in the low to mid 50s.
Have a wonderful weekend!
I hope you got outside and enjoyed our last warm day for a while because below average temperatures are expected starting tomorrow. Highs today were in the low to mid 70s. It was windy with winds from the south-southwest at 20 to 25 mph with higher gusts.
A cold front looks to move through the area tomorrow morning. This will bring much colder temperatures for us. Highs should be in the mid to upper 40s. That could occur early in the day with temperatures holding steady or dropping in the afternoon. It will feel even colder with north winds of 20 to 30 mph. If you are going to be out doing some Christmas shopping, bundle up. There is a slight chance of precipitation tomorrow. It will mainly be in the liquid form. It is not out of the question for some snowflakes to mix in with the rain in the northern portions of the area. Accumulation would not be likely if snow mixed with rain. It is only a slight chance of precipitation due to a lack of moisture in our area.
The coldest night of the week will be Saturday night with lows in the low to mid 20s. It looks like we should have a hard freeze that night so protect your pets, plants and pipes. We look to have a pleasant afternoon Sunday with highs in the low to mid 50s under mostly sunny skies.
Another cold front is expected to arrive early Monday. Highs will cool back down into the low to mid 40s. We only have a slight chance of precipitation once again due to a lack of moisture. It looks like it will be just rain for us, but with temperatures at or below freezing to start off the morning we could see some frozen precipitation. Even if we did, it would melt due to temperatures getting above freezing during the day.
Christmas Day should be good for those of you who get any outdoor related gifts. Highs will be in the low to mid 50s under partly cloudy skies.
Yet another cold front looks to move through the area early Wednesday. We will again have a slight chance of precipitation. If we get the precipitation early enough, it could be of the frozen variety. For now though, it should be just rain.
Thursday and next Friday are expected to be dry with highs in the low to mid 50s.
Have a wonderful weekend!
Friday Morning Update
From Meteorologist Nathan Motz.....
Today will likely be the warmest day of the week here in the Big Country, and that's saying a lot since we have seen temperatures above 70 degrees in some locations this week. Afternoon highs will reach the mid 70's area wide today but a big cool down will occur for your weekend.
A cold front will move through the area late tonight and drop high temperatures into the mid 40's on Saturday. A hard freeze will occur across all of west central Texas on Saturday night and also again on Sunday night. Another cold front will cool us down again on Monday and high temperatures on Christmas day should be in the lower 50's.
Rain chances will accompany the front on Saturday, but only a slight chance. Moisture is limited so the best chance of rain will be in the eastern Big Country.
Another front will move through the area on Wednesday, the 26th and will bring with it a slight chance of rain as well.
Have a great weekend!!!!
Today will likely be the warmest day of the week here in the Big Country, and that's saying a lot since we have seen temperatures above 70 degrees in some locations this week. Afternoon highs will reach the mid 70's area wide today but a big cool down will occur for your weekend.
A cold front will move through the area late tonight and drop high temperatures into the mid 40's on Saturday. A hard freeze will occur across all of west central Texas on Saturday night and also again on Sunday night. Another cold front will cool us down again on Monday and high temperatures on Christmas day should be in the lower 50's.
Rain chances will accompany the front on Saturday, but only a slight chance. Moisture is limited so the best chance of rain will be in the eastern Big Country.
Another front will move through the area on Wednesday, the 26th and will bring with it a slight chance of rain as well.
Have a great weekend!!!!
Thursday, December 20, 2007
Thursday Evening Update
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
We started off chilly this morning with highs in the upper 30s to low 40s. Highs this afternoon were in the 60s. The reason for the cooler temperatures was due to a weak cold front that moved through the area. We didn't have any precipitation with it.
Tomorrow looks to be our last warm day for a while. Highs should be in the low to mid 70s under mostly sunny skies. It will be windy with south-southwest winds of 10 to 25 mph.
A cold front is expected to move through the area late Friday night into early Saturday. This will bring much colder temperatures to the area for the weekend. Highs on Saturday look to be in the low to mid 40s under mostly cloudy skies. There is a slight chance of precipitation, but it is mainly for the north and northwestern portions of the viewing area. Those areas could, and I stress the word could, see some snowflakes mix in with the rain. Windy conditions look likely on Saturday so it will feel even colder than it actually is.
You will want to protect your pets, plants and pipes Saturday night. Lows will be in the mid to upper 20s. Highs for Sunday will be in the upper 40s to low 50s under mostly sunny skies.
Another cold front should move through the area by early Monday. This will reinforce the cold air that is already in place over the area. Highs look to be in the mid to upper 40s. There is a slight chance of precipitation for the start of next week. It will likely be in the liquid form, but if we see some precipitation early enough in the morning it could be frozen. Even if we did see some frozen precipitation, it wouldn't last long since we will warm up above freezing in the afternoon.
Christmas Day looks pleasant, but cool. Highs will be in the upper 40s to low 50s under partly cloudy skies.
A third cold front is expected to move through the area by early Wednesday. Once again we have a slight chance of precipitation. Right now, it looks to be just rain. However, we could see some snow early in the day since temperatures to start out that morning will be at or just below freezing. With above freezing temperatures expected for the afternoon, it would all change over to rain. It is a situation we will keep a close eye on over the coming days.
Have a fantastic Friday!
We started off chilly this morning with highs in the upper 30s to low 40s. Highs this afternoon were in the 60s. The reason for the cooler temperatures was due to a weak cold front that moved through the area. We didn't have any precipitation with it.
Tomorrow looks to be our last warm day for a while. Highs should be in the low to mid 70s under mostly sunny skies. It will be windy with south-southwest winds of 10 to 25 mph.
A cold front is expected to move through the area late Friday night into early Saturday. This will bring much colder temperatures to the area for the weekend. Highs on Saturday look to be in the low to mid 40s under mostly cloudy skies. There is a slight chance of precipitation, but it is mainly for the north and northwestern portions of the viewing area. Those areas could, and I stress the word could, see some snowflakes mix in with the rain. Windy conditions look likely on Saturday so it will feel even colder than it actually is.
You will want to protect your pets, plants and pipes Saturday night. Lows will be in the mid to upper 20s. Highs for Sunday will be in the upper 40s to low 50s under mostly sunny skies.
Another cold front should move through the area by early Monday. This will reinforce the cold air that is already in place over the area. Highs look to be in the mid to upper 40s. There is a slight chance of precipitation for the start of next week. It will likely be in the liquid form, but if we see some precipitation early enough in the morning it could be frozen. Even if we did see some frozen precipitation, it wouldn't last long since we will warm up above freezing in the afternoon.
Christmas Day looks pleasant, but cool. Highs will be in the upper 40s to low 50s under partly cloudy skies.
A third cold front is expected to move through the area by early Wednesday. Once again we have a slight chance of precipitation. Right now, it looks to be just rain. However, we could see some snow early in the day since temperatures to start out that morning will be at or just below freezing. With above freezing temperatures expected for the afternoon, it would all change over to rain. It is a situation we will keep a close eye on over the coming days.
Have a fantastic Friday!
Thursday Morning Update
From Meteorologist Nathan Motz....
We begin today fairly cool once again only to see very warm temperatures again this afternoon. High's will top out in the upper 60's to near 70 degree range again this afternoon as dry air moves in behind a weak wind shift line (cool front) that moved through yesterday evening.
Tomorrow, we will see more of the same, a cool morning followed by a very warm afternoon. Changes will occur on Saturday however, as a stronger cold front moves through the area bringing much cooler temperatures and a slight chance of rain.
The cooler weather will last through the weekend and another hard freeze will be expected on Saturday night and again for some locations on Sunday night.
Late in your seven day forecast, another slight chance of rain will be introduced on Wednesday of next week as another upper level storm system drops to the south into the plains.
Have a great day!!
We begin today fairly cool once again only to see very warm temperatures again this afternoon. High's will top out in the upper 60's to near 70 degree range again this afternoon as dry air moves in behind a weak wind shift line (cool front) that moved through yesterday evening.
Tomorrow, we will see more of the same, a cool morning followed by a very warm afternoon. Changes will occur on Saturday however, as a stronger cold front moves through the area bringing much cooler temperatures and a slight chance of rain.
The cooler weather will last through the weekend and another hard freeze will be expected on Saturday night and again for some locations on Sunday night.
Late in your seven day forecast, another slight chance of rain will be introduced on Wednesday of next week as another upper level storm system drops to the south into the plains.
Have a great day!!
Wednesday, December 19, 2007
Wednesday Evening Update
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
We had a cold start to the day this morning with temperatures in the low to mid 30s. By this afternoon, we had well above average temperatures with highs in the upper 60s to low 70s.
A weak cold front will move through the area tonight. This means cooler temperatures for us tomorrow. Highs look to be in the mid to upper 60s under mostly sunny skies. It may be a bit breezy with winds from the west-northwest at 10 to 15 mph.
Friday should be warm and windy with highs in the low to mid 70s under partly cloudy skies.
Another much stronger cold front is expected to move through the area Friday night into early Saturday. This will bring much colder temperatures to the area for the weekend. We may have just enough moisture for some precipitation so there is a slight chance for rain. Highs on Saturday will be in the low to mid 40s under partly cloudy skies. It should also be windy on Saturday so it will feel even colder than it actually is.
Sunday looks pleasant, but it will start out cold with temperatures in the mid to upper 20s. By the afternoon, highs should be in the upper 40s to low 50s.
A third cold front is expected to move through the area late Sunday into early Monday. This will reinforce the cold air that is already in place. We have a slight chance of precipitation for Christmas Eve. A slight chance means less than 20%. Temperatures will start in the low 30s that morning before warming up to the mid 40s by the afternoon.
Christmas Day looks a bit chilly with lows in the low 30s and highs in the upper 40s to low 50s. Mostly sunny skies are expected during the day so you should be able to go out and enjoy any outdoor related gifts.
Have a terrific Thursday!
We had a cold start to the day this morning with temperatures in the low to mid 30s. By this afternoon, we had well above average temperatures with highs in the upper 60s to low 70s.
A weak cold front will move through the area tonight. This means cooler temperatures for us tomorrow. Highs look to be in the mid to upper 60s under mostly sunny skies. It may be a bit breezy with winds from the west-northwest at 10 to 15 mph.
Friday should be warm and windy with highs in the low to mid 70s under partly cloudy skies.
Another much stronger cold front is expected to move through the area Friday night into early Saturday. This will bring much colder temperatures to the area for the weekend. We may have just enough moisture for some precipitation so there is a slight chance for rain. Highs on Saturday will be in the low to mid 40s under partly cloudy skies. It should also be windy on Saturday so it will feel even colder than it actually is.
Sunday looks pleasant, but it will start out cold with temperatures in the mid to upper 20s. By the afternoon, highs should be in the upper 40s to low 50s.
A third cold front is expected to move through the area late Sunday into early Monday. This will reinforce the cold air that is already in place. We have a slight chance of precipitation for Christmas Eve. A slight chance means less than 20%. Temperatures will start in the low 30s that morning before warming up to the mid 40s by the afternoon.
Christmas Day looks a bit chilly with lows in the low 30s and highs in the upper 40s to low 50s. Mostly sunny skies are expected during the day so you should be able to go out and enjoy any outdoor related gifts.
Have a terrific Thursday!
Tuesday, December 18, 2007
Tuesday Afternoon Update
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
We started off cold this morning with temperatures ranging from 30 to 40 across the area. By this afternoon, though, it was warm with highs in the low to mid 70s. That is about 15 degrees above average for this time of year. It was a bit breezy today with winds from the west/southwest.
We will see similar conditions tomorrow with morning lows in the mid to upper 30s. Afternoon highs look to be in the low to mid 70s. It will be breezy at times with winds from the south/southwest at 10 to 15 mph. With warm temperatures, low relative humidity values and breezy conditions, there is a bit of an elevated fire danger so please put off any outdoor burning plans you may have had for a while.
A weak cold front should move through the area early Thursday. No precipitation is expected due to a lack of moisture. We will have cooler temperatures with highs in the mid to upper 60s.
Warm and windy conditions look to be with us on Friday with highs in the low to mid 70s under partly cloudy skies.
Another stronger cold front is expected to move through the Big Country Friday night into early Saturday. This will bring much cooler temperatures to the area for the weekend. Once again, we don't have a chance for precipitation due to a lack of moisture. Highs for the first official day of winter, Saturday, will be in the upper 40s to low 50s. Windy conditions look likely for Saturday too so it will feel even colder than it actually is.
Sunday should be dry with highs in the upper 40s to low 50s under mostly sunny skies. Lows that morning will be below freezing in the upper 20s to 30.
Christmas Eve and Christmas Day look dry for now with pleasant conditions. Highs are expected to be in the mid 50s to around 60 under mostly sunny skies.
Have a wonderful Wednesday!
We started off cold this morning with temperatures ranging from 30 to 40 across the area. By this afternoon, though, it was warm with highs in the low to mid 70s. That is about 15 degrees above average for this time of year. It was a bit breezy today with winds from the west/southwest.
We will see similar conditions tomorrow with morning lows in the mid to upper 30s. Afternoon highs look to be in the low to mid 70s. It will be breezy at times with winds from the south/southwest at 10 to 15 mph. With warm temperatures, low relative humidity values and breezy conditions, there is a bit of an elevated fire danger so please put off any outdoor burning plans you may have had for a while.
A weak cold front should move through the area early Thursday. No precipitation is expected due to a lack of moisture. We will have cooler temperatures with highs in the mid to upper 60s.
Warm and windy conditions look to be with us on Friday with highs in the low to mid 70s under partly cloudy skies.
Another stronger cold front is expected to move through the Big Country Friday night into early Saturday. This will bring much cooler temperatures to the area for the weekend. Once again, we don't have a chance for precipitation due to a lack of moisture. Highs for the first official day of winter, Saturday, will be in the upper 40s to low 50s. Windy conditions look likely for Saturday too so it will feel even colder than it actually is.
Sunday should be dry with highs in the upper 40s to low 50s under mostly sunny skies. Lows that morning will be below freezing in the upper 20s to 30.
Christmas Eve and Christmas Day look dry for now with pleasant conditions. Highs are expected to be in the mid 50s to around 60 under mostly sunny skies.
Have a wonderful Wednesday!
Monday, December 17, 2007
Monday Evening Update
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
We had another cold start to the day with temperatures in the upper 20s to low 30s across the area. By this afternoon, we had warmed up into the mid to upper 50s. It felt cooler than that thanks to breezy south winds throughout the day.
Warmer temperatures and dry conditions are expected through the end of the work week. Highs will be in the mid 60s to low 70s under partly cloudy to mostly sunny skies. We will have a weak cold front move through the area late Wednesday. It should be a dry frontal passage because we will be too dry to support precipitation right now. Windy conditions are expected for Friday.
Another cold front looks to move through the area late Friday. Once again, precipitation does not look likely as we will have a lack of moisture. This will bring much cooler conditions for the weekend. Highs on Saturday should be in the low 50s with windy conditions and partly cloudy skies. Winter officially begins Saturday at 12:08 a.m. Sunday will be mostly sunny with highs in the mid 50s.
Have a terrific Tuesday!
We had another cold start to the day with temperatures in the upper 20s to low 30s across the area. By this afternoon, we had warmed up into the mid to upper 50s. It felt cooler than that thanks to breezy south winds throughout the day.
Warmer temperatures and dry conditions are expected through the end of the work week. Highs will be in the mid 60s to low 70s under partly cloudy to mostly sunny skies. We will have a weak cold front move through the area late Wednesday. It should be a dry frontal passage because we will be too dry to support precipitation right now. Windy conditions are expected for Friday.
Another cold front looks to move through the area late Friday. Once again, precipitation does not look likely as we will have a lack of moisture. This will bring much cooler conditions for the weekend. Highs on Saturday should be in the low 50s with windy conditions and partly cloudy skies. Winter officially begins Saturday at 12:08 a.m. Sunday will be mostly sunny with highs in the mid 50s.
Have a terrific Tuesday!
Monday Morning Update
From Meteorologist Nathan Motz...
We start of the week fairly cool with temperatures in the 30's this morning but by afternoon, highs should approach the 60 degree mark areawide. The warming trend will continue tomorrow and temperatures will remain well above seasonal averages until this weekend.
On Wednesday, a cool front will pass through the area but will not have much affect on temperatures. The front will also not bring any chance of precipitation and dry conditions plus increased surface winds will elevate the fire danger on Wednesday afternoon.
Another cold front will move through the area late Friday evening and temperatures will cool by 10 -15 degrees for the start of next weekend. It appears that this front will also not provide any significant chance of precipitation and dry conditions look to persist through the weekend before Christmas.
Have a great day!!
We start of the week fairly cool with temperatures in the 30's this morning but by afternoon, highs should approach the 60 degree mark areawide. The warming trend will continue tomorrow and temperatures will remain well above seasonal averages until this weekend.
On Wednesday, a cool front will pass through the area but will not have much affect on temperatures. The front will also not bring any chance of precipitation and dry conditions plus increased surface winds will elevate the fire danger on Wednesday afternoon.
Another cold front will move through the area late Friday evening and temperatures will cool by 10 -15 degrees for the start of next weekend. It appears that this front will also not provide any significant chance of precipitation and dry conditions look to persist through the weekend before Christmas.
Have a great day!!
Sunday, December 16, 2007
Above Average Temps Expected Next Week
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
We had a very cold start to the day with temperatures well below freezing this morning. Lows ranged from the upper teens to mid 20s across the area. With mostly sunny skies, a dry airmass and southerly winds, we were able to warm up into the low to mid 50s this afternoon.
Above average temperatures are expected for the work week. The jetstream will be in a zonal flow for much of the week. This means there will be no major troughs or ridges in the region. Dry conditions are expected Monday through Friday. Highs will range from the upper 50s at the beginning of the work week to the upper 60s by the end.
A cold front looks to move through the region late Friday into early Saturday. This will bring much cooler temperatures to the Big Country next weekend. Highs should be in the low to mid 50s with lows in the low to mid 30s.
Have a magnificent Monday!
We had a very cold start to the day with temperatures well below freezing this morning. Lows ranged from the upper teens to mid 20s across the area. With mostly sunny skies, a dry airmass and southerly winds, we were able to warm up into the low to mid 50s this afternoon.
Above average temperatures are expected for the work week. The jetstream will be in a zonal flow for much of the week. This means there will be no major troughs or ridges in the region. Dry conditions are expected Monday through Friday. Highs will range from the upper 50s at the beginning of the work week to the upper 60s by the end.
A cold front looks to move through the region late Friday into early Saturday. This will bring much cooler temperatures to the Big Country next weekend. Highs should be in the low to mid 50s with lows in the low to mid 30s.
Have a magnificent Monday!
Saturday, December 15, 2007
Saturday Afternoon Update
From Meteorologist Nathan Motz....
Tonight will most likely be the coldest night of this winter season here in west central Texas. As winds calm down and skies remain clear, good radiational cooling will take place and allow temperatures to slip into the low to mid 20's.
Temperatures will recover nicely tomorrow afternoon into the 50's areawide and even warmer weather will be in store as we head into the middle of next week.
In terms of precipitation chances, they will be hard to come by next week. Mostly sunny skies will prevail for the majority of next week and the above average afternoon high temperatures will continue until late week when a cold front will cool us down again for the start of next weekend.
Have a great weekend!!
Tonight will most likely be the coldest night of this winter season here in west central Texas. As winds calm down and skies remain clear, good radiational cooling will take place and allow temperatures to slip into the low to mid 20's.
Temperatures will recover nicely tomorrow afternoon into the 50's areawide and even warmer weather will be in store as we head into the middle of next week.
In terms of precipitation chances, they will be hard to come by next week. Mostly sunny skies will prevail for the majority of next week and the above average afternoon high temperatures will continue until late week when a cold front will cool us down again for the start of next weekend.
Have a great weekend!!
Friday, December 14, 2007
Cold and Foggy For Now, But Warmer Temps On The Horizon
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
It has been chilly and foggy across much of the Big Country today. Some areas, like Brownwood, have mainly just been cloudy with fog at times. Temperatures this afternoon range from the upper 30s in Snyder to the low 50s in Brownwood.
A cold front is expected to move across the area later tonight. An upper level trough still looks to move into and across the region overnight into tomorrow morning. We have a 20% chance of showers during the evening. After midnight, the rain may mix with or possibly change over to all snow for the northern half of the viewing area. The fog will continue for us as well and it could be dense at times. This could lead to some slick spots on bridges and overpasses in those areas that get to and below freezing tonight so be careful. Lows tonight will be in the low to mid 30s.
We have a 20% chance of morning rain and snow showers. Once again, it will likely only be the northern half of the area that will see the frozen precipitation. Very little, if any, snow accumulation is expected. Whatever we do see will quickly melt because highs look to be in the low to mid 40s Saturday afternoon. We should also have decreasing clouds throughout the day, so some sunshine is possible by late in the afternoon. Windy conditions are expected for tomorrow with winds from the north-northwest at 15 to 25 mph. Dress warmly if you are going to be attending any of the high school football playoff games tomorrow.
Saturday night will be the coldest night of the week with lows in the mid to upper 20s. Be sure to take care of your pets, plants and pipes.
Sunday through Wednesday look to be dry with a gradual warming trend. Highs should be in the mid 50s for the second half of the weekend and end up in the mid 60s by the middle part of next week.
Another cold front looks to move through the area Wednesday night into Thursday morning. We have a slight chance for rain with highs in the upper 50s to low 60s.
Have a super Saturday!
It has been chilly and foggy across much of the Big Country today. Some areas, like Brownwood, have mainly just been cloudy with fog at times. Temperatures this afternoon range from the upper 30s in Snyder to the low 50s in Brownwood.
A cold front is expected to move across the area later tonight. An upper level trough still looks to move into and across the region overnight into tomorrow morning. We have a 20% chance of showers during the evening. After midnight, the rain may mix with or possibly change over to all snow for the northern half of the viewing area. The fog will continue for us as well and it could be dense at times. This could lead to some slick spots on bridges and overpasses in those areas that get to and below freezing tonight so be careful. Lows tonight will be in the low to mid 30s.
We have a 20% chance of morning rain and snow showers. Once again, it will likely only be the northern half of the area that will see the frozen precipitation. Very little, if any, snow accumulation is expected. Whatever we do see will quickly melt because highs look to be in the low to mid 40s Saturday afternoon. We should also have decreasing clouds throughout the day, so some sunshine is possible by late in the afternoon. Windy conditions are expected for tomorrow with winds from the north-northwest at 15 to 25 mph. Dress warmly if you are going to be attending any of the high school football playoff games tomorrow.
Saturday night will be the coldest night of the week with lows in the mid to upper 20s. Be sure to take care of your pets, plants and pipes.
Sunday through Wednesday look to be dry with a gradual warming trend. Highs should be in the mid 50s for the second half of the weekend and end up in the mid 60s by the middle part of next week.
Another cold front looks to move through the area Wednesday night into Thursday morning. We have a slight chance for rain with highs in the upper 50s to low 60s.
Have a super Saturday!
Thursday, December 13, 2007
Colder Temperatures Return Tomorrow
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
It was a beautiful afternoon here in the Big Country today. We started off cold with temperatures in the upper 20s to mid 30s this morning. There was some patchy fog across parts of the area too. The fog cleared and we ended up with mostly sunny skies for the majority of the day. This helped temperatures warm up into the upper 50s to mid 60s.
Colder temperatures will return to the area tomorrow due to cloudy skies and the arrival of a cold front. We could start with some patchy fog in the morning. Highs look to be in the upper 40s to low 50s. There is a 20% chance of showers thanks to the front as well as an upper level trough that should begin moving towards the area.
The chance for precipitation will increase to 30% Friday night and linger through Saturday morning. Lows look to be in the low to mid 30s so we will likely see a change to all snow or at least a rain/snow mix across the Big Country. Our chances for precipitation are not higher because moisture will be limited and the projected track of trough is a little too far to the north.
If you have any plans to do shopping or go to the high school football playoff games on Saturday, you will need to dress warmly, but there will be no need for rain gear. The upper level trough will be a quick mover so we should see decreasing clouds through the day on Saturday. Highs look to be in the low to mid 40s.
Sunday through Wednesday are expected to be dry with highs ranging from the low 50s to low 60s during that time period. Skies will be mostly sunny to partly cloudy.
Have a fantastic Friday!
It was a beautiful afternoon here in the Big Country today. We started off cold with temperatures in the upper 20s to mid 30s this morning. There was some patchy fog across parts of the area too. The fog cleared and we ended up with mostly sunny skies for the majority of the day. This helped temperatures warm up into the upper 50s to mid 60s.
Colder temperatures will return to the area tomorrow due to cloudy skies and the arrival of a cold front. We could start with some patchy fog in the morning. Highs look to be in the upper 40s to low 50s. There is a 20% chance of showers thanks to the front as well as an upper level trough that should begin moving towards the area.
The chance for precipitation will increase to 30% Friday night and linger through Saturday morning. Lows look to be in the low to mid 30s so we will likely see a change to all snow or at least a rain/snow mix across the Big Country. Our chances for precipitation are not higher because moisture will be limited and the projected track of trough is a little too far to the north.
If you have any plans to do shopping or go to the high school football playoff games on Saturday, you will need to dress warmly, but there will be no need for rain gear. The upper level trough will be a quick mover so we should see decreasing clouds through the day on Saturday. Highs look to be in the low to mid 40s.
Sunday through Wednesday are expected to be dry with highs ranging from the low 50s to low 60s during that time period. Skies will be mostly sunny to partly cloudy.
Have a fantastic Friday!
Thursday Morning Update
From Meteorologist Nathan Motz.....
Another cold start here in the Big Country, but by afternoon, temperatures should be well up into the 50's. Enjoy the beautiful weather today because tomorrow we will be looking at another cloudy day with some slight rain chances entering the forecast.
As an upper level low drops to the south across the Texas panhandle, upper level energy will be close enough to warrant at least a 20% chance of rain on Friday and Friday night. The chances of rain will be short-lived however as we should clear out and warm up as we head into Saturday and Sunday.
Have a great Thursday!!
Another cold start here in the Big Country, but by afternoon, temperatures should be well up into the 50's. Enjoy the beautiful weather today because tomorrow we will be looking at another cloudy day with some slight rain chances entering the forecast.
As an upper level low drops to the south across the Texas panhandle, upper level energy will be close enough to warrant at least a 20% chance of rain on Friday and Friday night. The chances of rain will be short-lived however as we should clear out and warm up as we head into Saturday and Sunday.
Have a great Thursday!!
Wednesday, December 12, 2007
Warmer Tomorrow, But Colder Friday
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
It was a cold day for us here in the Big Country today. Temperatures were in the 30s throughout the day. We had some precipitation move across the area. It was mainly in the form of rain, but there was some freezing rain and sleet during the morning hours in the northern and western portions of the area. There was very little, if any, ice accumulation in those locations. With temperatures getting above freezing this afternoon areawide, all the precipitation was in the liquid form.
We will see decreasing clouds overall tonight, but some patchy dense fog is possible. Be aware of reduced visibilities. Lows tonight will be in the low to mid 30s, so some of this fog could cause slick spots on bridges and overpasses. Be careful if you are going to be out during the overnight hours and as you are going to work and school tomorrow morning.
The fog should be gone by mid morning and we will see mostly sunny skies for the rest of the day on Thursday. Highs look to be in the mid 50s to 60, which is seasonal for this time of year.
Another cold front is expected to move through the area by Friday night. This will lead to colder temperatures with highs in the upper 40s to low 50s. We have a 30% chance of showers for the last day of the work week. Another upper level trough should move into the area Friday night as well. It is possible for us to see a transition from rain to snow overnight. Snow showers will be possible through Saturday morning. The chance of precipitation is 40%.
This trough looks to be a quick mover so we will likely begin clearing out as soon as Saturday afternoon. Highs should reach the low 40s. If you are traveling to any of the high school football playoff games, you should be fine in the western half of the state. These locations should be clearing out during the afternoon. It may not clear out in the eastern half until that night, so you may want to take some rain gear just in case.
Sunday through next Wednesday are expected to be dry with highs warming up from the low 50s to around 60 during that time period.
Have a terrific Thursday!
It was a cold day for us here in the Big Country today. Temperatures were in the 30s throughout the day. We had some precipitation move across the area. It was mainly in the form of rain, but there was some freezing rain and sleet during the morning hours in the northern and western portions of the area. There was very little, if any, ice accumulation in those locations. With temperatures getting above freezing this afternoon areawide, all the precipitation was in the liquid form.
We will see decreasing clouds overall tonight, but some patchy dense fog is possible. Be aware of reduced visibilities. Lows tonight will be in the low to mid 30s, so some of this fog could cause slick spots on bridges and overpasses. Be careful if you are going to be out during the overnight hours and as you are going to work and school tomorrow morning.
The fog should be gone by mid morning and we will see mostly sunny skies for the rest of the day on Thursday. Highs look to be in the mid 50s to 60, which is seasonal for this time of year.
Another cold front is expected to move through the area by Friday night. This will lead to colder temperatures with highs in the upper 40s to low 50s. We have a 30% chance of showers for the last day of the work week. Another upper level trough should move into the area Friday night as well. It is possible for us to see a transition from rain to snow overnight. Snow showers will be possible through Saturday morning. The chance of precipitation is 40%.
This trough looks to be a quick mover so we will likely begin clearing out as soon as Saturday afternoon. Highs should reach the low 40s. If you are traveling to any of the high school football playoff games, you should be fine in the western half of the state. These locations should be clearing out during the afternoon. It may not clear out in the eastern half until that night, so you may want to take some rain gear just in case.
Sunday through next Wednesday are expected to be dry with highs warming up from the low 50s to around 60 during that time period.
Have a terrific Thursday!
Tuesday, December 11, 2007
More Wintry Precipitation Possible
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
We have had a roller coaster ride of temperatures today here in the Big Country. It was 55 at 4:25 a.m. this morning at Abilene Regional Airport. That was our high for the day as a warm front moved into the area overnight. An hour later we reached our low for the day at 35 thanks to showers and a few thunderstorms as well as the warm front moving back south. We picked up 0.19" of rain, which put us at 35.67" for the year. According to the records, 2007 is now the seventh wettest year ever in Abilene.
A cold front will continue moving through the area this evening. This will bring us colder temperatures tonight and Wednesday. An upper level trough remains to our west. This will continue to make its way east-northeast towards us tonight. We will have a 30% chance of rain after midnight. The chance for precipitation will increase to 40% during the day tomorrow as the trough passes us by to the north during the afternoon and evening. Parts of the area could see freezing rain and sleet between 3 a.m. and noon on Wednesday because temperatures will be at or below freezing during that time. It looks like the best chance of seeing frozen precipitation would be along and northwest of a line from Colorado City to Sweetwater to Abilene to Albany to Throckmorton. If there were to be any problems, it would be on bridges, overpasses and other elevated objects. Everyone will see temperatures above freezing by the afternoon so the precipitation would just be rain then. Lows tonight should be in the upper 20s to mid 30s with highs in the mid 30s to low 40s.
Thursday is expected to be dry with highs in the mid 50s under partly cloudy skies.
Another cold front as well as an upper level trough look to move through the region Friday and Saturday. As of now, it looks like highs for both days will be in the low 40s. Lows on Friday night are expected to be in the upper 20s to low 30s. We have a 30% chance of precipitation. It will likely begin as rain and then transition to snow during the night. The snow will probably come to an end Saturday morning. This is a situation we are keeping a close eye on so stay tuned.
Sunday through next Tuesday are expected to be dry with highs in the 50s.
Have a wonderful Wednesday!
We have had a roller coaster ride of temperatures today here in the Big Country. It was 55 at 4:25 a.m. this morning at Abilene Regional Airport. That was our high for the day as a warm front moved into the area overnight. An hour later we reached our low for the day at 35 thanks to showers and a few thunderstorms as well as the warm front moving back south. We picked up 0.19" of rain, which put us at 35.67" for the year. According to the records, 2007 is now the seventh wettest year ever in Abilene.
A cold front will continue moving through the area this evening. This will bring us colder temperatures tonight and Wednesday. An upper level trough remains to our west. This will continue to make its way east-northeast towards us tonight. We will have a 30% chance of rain after midnight. The chance for precipitation will increase to 40% during the day tomorrow as the trough passes us by to the north during the afternoon and evening. Parts of the area could see freezing rain and sleet between 3 a.m. and noon on Wednesday because temperatures will be at or below freezing during that time. It looks like the best chance of seeing frozen precipitation would be along and northwest of a line from Colorado City to Sweetwater to Abilene to Albany to Throckmorton. If there were to be any problems, it would be on bridges, overpasses and other elevated objects. Everyone will see temperatures above freezing by the afternoon so the precipitation would just be rain then. Lows tonight should be in the upper 20s to mid 30s with highs in the mid 30s to low 40s.
Thursday is expected to be dry with highs in the mid 50s under partly cloudy skies.
Another cold front as well as an upper level trough look to move through the region Friday and Saturday. As of now, it looks like highs for both days will be in the low 40s. Lows on Friday night are expected to be in the upper 20s to low 30s. We have a 30% chance of precipitation. It will likely begin as rain and then transition to snow during the night. The snow will probably come to an end Saturday morning. This is a situation we are keeping a close eye on so stay tuned.
Sunday through next Tuesday are expected to be dry with highs in the 50s.
Have a wonderful Wednesday!
Tuesday Morning Update
Good Morning from Morning Meteorologist Kristen Connolly...
We saw another rainy overnight but temperatures have improved. Temperatures this morning are a wide variety ranging form the mid 30's to Lower 50's . We will continue to see the scattered showers through the day but Southerly winds for the southern part of the Big Country will keep temperatures warming gradually. Our Western and Northern counties will see the coolest reading with highs only topping off around 50 with others getting temperatures in the upper 50's to low 60's.
Through the day the heaviest activity will occur in our Western and Northwestern counties. Disturbances continue to pass around the upper level low sitting in Arizona that has begun its trek northwest. This afternoon the winds will switch as another cold front makes its pass brining again another layer of cold shallow air at the surface. Temperatures will gradually decrease in the early evening and overnight.
Overnight we will see rain showers for most of the Big Country with temperatures in the mid to upper 30's. If we see any frozen precip it will occur in our western and northwestern counties where temperatures could drop to freezing.
Tomorrow we will again see some showers and cloud cover with the activity decreasing for the rest of the week.
Highs will reach into the mid 50's with lows in the mid 30's.
Have a great day!
We saw another rainy overnight but temperatures have improved. Temperatures this morning are a wide variety ranging form the mid 30's to Lower 50's . We will continue to see the scattered showers through the day but Southerly winds for the southern part of the Big Country will keep temperatures warming gradually. Our Western and Northern counties will see the coolest reading with highs only topping off around 50 with others getting temperatures in the upper 50's to low 60's.
Through the day the heaviest activity will occur in our Western and Northwestern counties. Disturbances continue to pass around the upper level low sitting in Arizona that has begun its trek northwest. This afternoon the winds will switch as another cold front makes its pass brining again another layer of cold shallow air at the surface. Temperatures will gradually decrease in the early evening and overnight.
Overnight we will see rain showers for most of the Big Country with temperatures in the mid to upper 30's. If we see any frozen precip it will occur in our western and northwestern counties where temperatures could drop to freezing.
Tomorrow we will again see some showers and cloud cover with the activity decreasing for the rest of the week.
Highs will reach into the mid 50's with lows in the mid 30's.
Have a great day!
Monday, December 10, 2007
Monday Evening Update
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
We started off with cold temperatures across the area this morning. In fact much of the viewing area was in the low 30s. There was some freezing rain and freezing drizzle during the morning hours, but that changed to just rain and drizzle as temperatures got above freezing this afternoon.
The main story tonight through mid-morning tomorrow will be fog. In fact, most of the viewing area (with the exception of Stonewall, Scurry and Mitchell counties) is under a Dense Fog Advisory until 9 a.m. Tuesday morning. This means that visibilities will be a quarter of a mile or less. Please take your time getting to your destination, use your low beam headlights and give yourself plenty of distance between you and the driver in front of you.
There is still a possibility of freezing rain and freezing drizzle across the northern portions of the viewing area overnight. Stonewall county is under a Freezing Rain Advisory until 6 a.m. This could cause some travel difficulties. Roads may be slippery so be careful.
Most of us will see temperatures in the mid 30s to mid 40s for lows tonight. There is a 60% chance of showers due to an upper level trough to our west moving closer to the area.
An upper level low in the center of the trough is expected to move further eastward and closer to us tomorrow. Showers and possibly a few thunderstorms are likely on Tuesday. The chance for rain is 60%. Highs look to be in the mid 40s to low 50s.
A cold front is expected to move through the area early tomorrow evening. This will bring colder temperatures to the area. We should see lows in the upper 20s to mid 30s tomorrow night. Precipitation will continue to be likely with the chance at 60%. It looks like we will see rain change to freezing rain, sleet and possibly snow in the areas that get to and below freezing. The southern portions of the viewing area may stay just above freezing which means the precipiation will remain all liquid.
For Wednesday, we could see temperatures remain at or just above freezing during the day according to the latest computer model information. This means our official highs may be set just after midnight. Temperatures would drop and then hold steady during the daylight hours. Highs look to be in the upper 30s to low 40s. If we are at freezing or below all day, then we will have a wintry mix all day. If we stay above freezing, it will just be a cold rain. The computer models have been back and forth on our frozen precipitation possibilities Tuesday night into Wednesday so things could change from what you are reading right now. This is a situation we are keeping a close eye on so stay tuned for the latest weather information.
For now, it looks like we will have dry conditions Thursday through next Monday. Highs are expected to be in the upper 40s to low 50s with lows in the 30s. However, there are some indications according to the latest computer models of freezing temperatures and precipitation late Friday into early Saturday. This is something that has just popped up in the latest computer model run so stay tuned. We may be adding the possibility of wintry precipitation in the forecast for Friday and Saturday as soon as tomorrow.
Have a terrific Tuesday!
We started off with cold temperatures across the area this morning. In fact much of the viewing area was in the low 30s. There was some freezing rain and freezing drizzle during the morning hours, but that changed to just rain and drizzle as temperatures got above freezing this afternoon.
The main story tonight through mid-morning tomorrow will be fog. In fact, most of the viewing area (with the exception of Stonewall, Scurry and Mitchell counties) is under a Dense Fog Advisory until 9 a.m. Tuesday morning. This means that visibilities will be a quarter of a mile or less. Please take your time getting to your destination, use your low beam headlights and give yourself plenty of distance between you and the driver in front of you.
There is still a possibility of freezing rain and freezing drizzle across the northern portions of the viewing area overnight. Stonewall county is under a Freezing Rain Advisory until 6 a.m. This could cause some travel difficulties. Roads may be slippery so be careful.
Most of us will see temperatures in the mid 30s to mid 40s for lows tonight. There is a 60% chance of showers due to an upper level trough to our west moving closer to the area.
An upper level low in the center of the trough is expected to move further eastward and closer to us tomorrow. Showers and possibly a few thunderstorms are likely on Tuesday. The chance for rain is 60%. Highs look to be in the mid 40s to low 50s.
A cold front is expected to move through the area early tomorrow evening. This will bring colder temperatures to the area. We should see lows in the upper 20s to mid 30s tomorrow night. Precipitation will continue to be likely with the chance at 60%. It looks like we will see rain change to freezing rain, sleet and possibly snow in the areas that get to and below freezing. The southern portions of the viewing area may stay just above freezing which means the precipiation will remain all liquid.
For Wednesday, we could see temperatures remain at or just above freezing during the day according to the latest computer model information. This means our official highs may be set just after midnight. Temperatures would drop and then hold steady during the daylight hours. Highs look to be in the upper 30s to low 40s. If we are at freezing or below all day, then we will have a wintry mix all day. If we stay above freezing, it will just be a cold rain. The computer models have been back and forth on our frozen precipitation possibilities Tuesday night into Wednesday so things could change from what you are reading right now. This is a situation we are keeping a close eye on so stay tuned for the latest weather information.
For now, it looks like we will have dry conditions Thursday through next Monday. Highs are expected to be in the upper 40s to low 50s with lows in the 30s. However, there are some indications according to the latest computer models of freezing temperatures and precipitation late Friday into early Saturday. This is something that has just popped up in the latest computer model run so stay tuned. We may be adding the possibility of wintry precipitation in the forecast for Friday and Saturday as soon as tomorrow.
Have a terrific Tuesday!
A Chilly Morning
Good Morning from Morning Meteorologist Kristen Connolly...
It has been a cold and dreary weekend as fog and drizzle has blanketed the Big Country. Some of this activity has turned to freezing as temperature hover around the 32 mark. Right now most counties remain under a Freezing Rain Advisory in effect until noon today. Knox is the only county under an Ice Storm warning.
Warm moist air continues to override a shallow cold airmass at the surface because of this we will continue to see mist and showers across the area. This activity is mainly in the form a light freezing rain, mist and fog this morning. As temperatures warm we will continue to see activity but should change to rain after noon. Temperatures through the day should warm to the mid 30's. This evening we will again drop down to right at freezing and once again there will be the chance to see the frozen precipitation.
Tomorrow temperatures should begin to warm so we should see just rain throughout the area. Tomorrow night another shot of cold air will filter into the Big Country. Depending on how cold we can get the layers there will be the chance to see a wintry mix of precip from Tuesday night into Wednesday.
Wednesday afternoon through the weekend we should begin to clear the clouds and see a gradual warm up in our highs getting eventually into the low 50’s.
Be careful on the roadways, especially bridges and overpasses or any elevated surface.
Have a great day!
It has been a cold and dreary weekend as fog and drizzle has blanketed the Big Country. Some of this activity has turned to freezing as temperature hover around the 32 mark. Right now most counties remain under a Freezing Rain Advisory in effect until noon today. Knox is the only county under an Ice Storm warning.
Warm moist air continues to override a shallow cold airmass at the surface because of this we will continue to see mist and showers across the area. This activity is mainly in the form a light freezing rain, mist and fog this morning. As temperatures warm we will continue to see activity but should change to rain after noon. Temperatures through the day should warm to the mid 30's. This evening we will again drop down to right at freezing and once again there will be the chance to see the frozen precipitation.
Tomorrow temperatures should begin to warm so we should see just rain throughout the area. Tomorrow night another shot of cold air will filter into the Big Country. Depending on how cold we can get the layers there will be the chance to see a wintry mix of precip from Tuesday night into Wednesday.
Wednesday afternoon through the weekend we should begin to clear the clouds and see a gradual warm up in our highs getting eventually into the low 50’s.
Be careful on the roadways, especially bridges and overpasses or any elevated surface.
Have a great day!
Sunday, December 09, 2007
Sunday Afternoon Update
From Meteorologist Nathan Motz....
Showers are beginning to develop in western portions of the Big Country this afternoon as temperatures continue to remain around the freezing mark. As a result, much of the rain that falls, especially north of I-20 and west of the Abilene area, will turn to ice overnight as tempertures remain at or below freezing.
Tomorrow afternoon, temperatures will warm up just enough to allow for liquid rain to fall during the day and most of the ice should melt, only to return Monday night as temperatures again fall below freezing.
Chances of rain will continue into early Wednesday morning as the upper level trough finally lifts out of the area. Thursday we should clear out nicely before another cold front brings a few clouds into the area on Friday. This front will be dry however and we are not expecting another outbreak of freezing temperatures or wintry weather next weekend.
Have a great week!!!
Showers are beginning to develop in western portions of the Big Country this afternoon as temperatures continue to remain around the freezing mark. As a result, much of the rain that falls, especially north of I-20 and west of the Abilene area, will turn to ice overnight as tempertures remain at or below freezing.
Tomorrow afternoon, temperatures will warm up just enough to allow for liquid rain to fall during the day and most of the ice should melt, only to return Monday night as temperatures again fall below freezing.
Chances of rain will continue into early Wednesday morning as the upper level trough finally lifts out of the area. Thursday we should clear out nicely before another cold front brings a few clouds into the area on Friday. This front will be dry however and we are not expecting another outbreak of freezing temperatures or wintry weather next weekend.
Have a great week!!!
Saturday, December 08, 2007
Saturday Evening Update
From Meteorologist Nathan Motz.....
A tricky forecast coming up for this weekend and into early next week. A strong cold front will approach from the north and allow very cold air to sag south into west central Texas. Highs will barely approach the 40 degree mark on Sunday and will fail to make it out of the 30's on Monday and Tuesday.
In addition to the cold temperatures, rain showers will begin to develop starting late tonight and will change over to a wintry mix during the day on Monday. Freezing rain will be probable as well especially on Monday night and early Tuesday morning. Otherwise, rain mixed with sleet and possibly snow where it is cold enough will prevail across the majority of the Big Country on Monday and into Tuesday.
Chances for precipitation will continue into Wednesday and most of west central Texas will clear out on Thursday.
The best chances for wintry precipitation will be from the Abilene area to the north and west towards Snyder, Roby, Haskell, and Aspermont. To the south of I-20, liquid precipitation will be more likely especially near Brownwood and Comanche, although on Monday night, there will be a chance of freezing rain even in our southeastern counties.
Remember to stay tuned to KRBC weather for future updates.
A tricky forecast coming up for this weekend and into early next week. A strong cold front will approach from the north and allow very cold air to sag south into west central Texas. Highs will barely approach the 40 degree mark on Sunday and will fail to make it out of the 30's on Monday and Tuesday.
In addition to the cold temperatures, rain showers will begin to develop starting late tonight and will change over to a wintry mix during the day on Monday. Freezing rain will be probable as well especially on Monday night and early Tuesday morning. Otherwise, rain mixed with sleet and possibly snow where it is cold enough will prevail across the majority of the Big Country on Monday and into Tuesday.
Chances for precipitation will continue into Wednesday and most of west central Texas will clear out on Thursday.
The best chances for wintry precipitation will be from the Abilene area to the north and west towards Snyder, Roby, Haskell, and Aspermont. To the south of I-20, liquid precipitation will be more likely especially near Brownwood and Comanche, although on Monday night, there will be a chance of freezing rain even in our southeastern counties.
Remember to stay tuned to KRBC weather for future updates.
Friday, December 07, 2007
Much Colder Temperatures This Weekend
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
The above average temperatures continued for us again today. Highs were in the upper 70s to low 80s. That is about 20 degrees above average for this time of year.
If you didn't have a chance to enjoy the beautiful weather today, you have one more chance tomorrow before the pattern changes for us. Highs on Saturday look to be in the upper 70s to low 80s again. It will be a bit breezy tomorrow with winds from the south-southwest. We should see mostly cloudy skies by the end of the day. For those of you heading out to the Abilene and Wylie playoff games in the Metroplex, the weather should be fine. It doesn't look like you will need the rain gear.
A cold front is expected to move through the area on Sunday. We will see our highs for the day occur in the morning with temperatures tumbling through the afternoon. Right now, morning temperatures look to be in the upper 50s to low 60s with afternoon temperatures in the mid 40s to low 50s. There is a 40% chance of showers and thunderstorms for the second half of the weekend.
An upper level trough will remain to the west of us Sunday and Monday. It should move towards us on Tuesday and pass us by to the north on Wednesday. We will see periodic upper level disturbances during this time period. With enough moisture in place, there is a good chance for precipitation as well. That chance is 40% on Sunday, 50% on Monday and Tuesday and 20% on Wednesday. Highs for Monday through Wednesday are expected to be in the upper 30s to low 40s with lows in the upper 20s to low 30s. This means that we could see rain change over to freezing rain and/or sleet Sunday night into Monday morning, Monday night into Tuesday morning and Tuesday night into Wednesday morning. During the day, the precipitaiton would likely just be rain. However, if the precipitation stays constant and heavy enough throughout the day or the airmass is colder than anticipated our highs could be lower. Therefore, we could see freezing rain and sleet throughout the day. The best chance of seeing the frozen precipitation will be in the northern half of the Big Country. Obviously we have had warm temperatures lately, so the ground is too warm to support frozen precipitation right now. The main problems, if there were to be any, would be on elevated objects, bridges and overpasses. We will be keeping a close eye on this situation so stay tuned to KRBC for the latest weather updates.
Thursday and next Friday look dry right now with highs in the low 50s.
Have a super Saturday!
The above average temperatures continued for us again today. Highs were in the upper 70s to low 80s. That is about 20 degrees above average for this time of year.
If you didn't have a chance to enjoy the beautiful weather today, you have one more chance tomorrow before the pattern changes for us. Highs on Saturday look to be in the upper 70s to low 80s again. It will be a bit breezy tomorrow with winds from the south-southwest. We should see mostly cloudy skies by the end of the day. For those of you heading out to the Abilene and Wylie playoff games in the Metroplex, the weather should be fine. It doesn't look like you will need the rain gear.
A cold front is expected to move through the area on Sunday. We will see our highs for the day occur in the morning with temperatures tumbling through the afternoon. Right now, morning temperatures look to be in the upper 50s to low 60s with afternoon temperatures in the mid 40s to low 50s. There is a 40% chance of showers and thunderstorms for the second half of the weekend.
An upper level trough will remain to the west of us Sunday and Monday. It should move towards us on Tuesday and pass us by to the north on Wednesday. We will see periodic upper level disturbances during this time period. With enough moisture in place, there is a good chance for precipitation as well. That chance is 40% on Sunday, 50% on Monday and Tuesday and 20% on Wednesday. Highs for Monday through Wednesday are expected to be in the upper 30s to low 40s with lows in the upper 20s to low 30s. This means that we could see rain change over to freezing rain and/or sleet Sunday night into Monday morning, Monday night into Tuesday morning and Tuesday night into Wednesday morning. During the day, the precipitaiton would likely just be rain. However, if the precipitation stays constant and heavy enough throughout the day or the airmass is colder than anticipated our highs could be lower. Therefore, we could see freezing rain and sleet throughout the day. The best chance of seeing the frozen precipitation will be in the northern half of the Big Country. Obviously we have had warm temperatures lately, so the ground is too warm to support frozen precipitation right now. The main problems, if there were to be any, would be on elevated objects, bridges and overpasses. We will be keeping a close eye on this situation so stay tuned to KRBC for the latest weather updates.
Thursday and next Friday look dry right now with highs in the low 50s.
Have a super Saturday!
Warm Start, Cold Finish
Good Morning from Morning Meteorologist Kristen Connolly....
We have seen a beautiful week to kick of December but leading into the second week, it may get little cold and rainy.
For today bring back the shorts and short sleeves- we are approaching record highs! Temperatures are starting off about 20 degrees above yesterday. No longer is it the mid 30's we are in the mid 50's! This being said as we warm up today we really warm up and get close to the record high for today of 83. Tonight we will again see the lows only get down to the mid 50's. Ironically the low will be closer to what our high should be for early December. Also don't forget to keep two hands on the wheel as it will be breezy today with winds up to 25 mph.
This weekend is where things begin to do a 180. Saturday will be much like Friday with highs in the upper 70's to low 80's and partly cloudy skies. But we are beginning to see a trough develop in the Western US this associated with a cold front moving through Sunday will bring a colder and wetter end to the weekend. Rain chances begin Sunday through middle of next week. Depending on the exact track of the low will depend on how much we see but right now the best chance will be later Sunday through early Tuesday. The next factor is what kind of precipitation we will see. We are very warm through all our levels and to see frozen precipitation some level needs to freeze. I think the precip will start as rain but there is the possibility to see it change to freezing rain especially Sunday night into Monday. This is a system we are keeping a close eye on but if you are planning to get those lights up- I suggest you get it done earlier this weekend, then head down to the Peddler show on Sunday!
Have a great weekend!
We have seen a beautiful week to kick of December but leading into the second week, it may get little cold and rainy.
For today bring back the shorts and short sleeves- we are approaching record highs! Temperatures are starting off about 20 degrees above yesterday. No longer is it the mid 30's we are in the mid 50's! This being said as we warm up today we really warm up and get close to the record high for today of 83. Tonight we will again see the lows only get down to the mid 50's. Ironically the low will be closer to what our high should be for early December. Also don't forget to keep two hands on the wheel as it will be breezy today with winds up to 25 mph.
This weekend is where things begin to do a 180. Saturday will be much like Friday with highs in the upper 70's to low 80's and partly cloudy skies. But we are beginning to see a trough develop in the Western US this associated with a cold front moving through Sunday will bring a colder and wetter end to the weekend. Rain chances begin Sunday through middle of next week. Depending on the exact track of the low will depend on how much we see but right now the best chance will be later Sunday through early Tuesday. The next factor is what kind of precipitation we will see. We are very warm through all our levels and to see frozen precipitation some level needs to freeze. I think the precip will start as rain but there is the possibility to see it change to freezing rain especially Sunday night into Monday. This is a system we are keeping a close eye on but if you are planning to get those lights up- I suggest you get it done earlier this weekend, then head down to the Peddler show on Sunday!
Have a great weekend!
Thursday, December 06, 2007
Warm For Now...Much Colder Temps On The Horizon
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
It was another cold start for the Big Country today as temperatures were in the mid 30s this morning. We warmed up nicely this afternoon with highs in the low to mid 70s. The above average temperatures were due to sustained south-southwesterly winds of 20 to 30 mph and higher gusts.
Near record warmth is expected tomorrow. Highs should be in the upper 70s to low 80s. The record high for December 7th at Abilene Regional Airport is 81 set back in 1966. Winds will be from the south tomorrow at 15 to 25 mph with higher gusts.
On Saturday, it will be a little cooler thanks to mostly cloudy skies. Highs look to be in the mid to upper 70s. There is a 20% chance of showers and thunderstorms Saturday night as some upper level disturbances move across the region.
These upper level disturbances will be thanks to an upper level trough that is expected to dig into the western part of the country. A low should develop in this trough and make its way slowly towards us this weekend and early next week. The trough is not expected to completely pass us by until Wednesday afternoon. With sufficient moisture in place, we have a good chance for precipitation Sunday through Tuesday. The chance is 40% for the second half of the weekend and 50% for the first two days next week. A cold front is expected to move through the area early Sunday. This will bring much colder temperatures to the region. Highs on Sunday should be in the mid to upper 50s and that will likely occur in the morning with temperatures dropping through the day once the front passes your location. Highs for Monday through Wednesday look to be in the upper 30s to low 40s. Lows Sunday night through Tuesday night should be in the upper 20s to low 30s. This means that we could see rain change to freezing rain and/or sleet overnight into the morning hours and then change back to rain during the day.
This is how the situation looks for now. Things could change as we get closer to this time period. The type and amount of the precipitation we see is going to depend heavily on the exact track and strength of the upper level trough and low. The precipitation type is also going to depend on the cold air behind the front. If it isn't cold enough then we won't have to worry about frozen precipitation. As always, we will be keeping a close eye on this next possible round of wintry precipitation. Stay tuned to KRBC for further weather updates.
Have a fantastic Friday!
It was another cold start for the Big Country today as temperatures were in the mid 30s this morning. We warmed up nicely this afternoon with highs in the low to mid 70s. The above average temperatures were due to sustained south-southwesterly winds of 20 to 30 mph and higher gusts.
Near record warmth is expected tomorrow. Highs should be in the upper 70s to low 80s. The record high for December 7th at Abilene Regional Airport is 81 set back in 1966. Winds will be from the south tomorrow at 15 to 25 mph with higher gusts.
On Saturday, it will be a little cooler thanks to mostly cloudy skies. Highs look to be in the mid to upper 70s. There is a 20% chance of showers and thunderstorms Saturday night as some upper level disturbances move across the region.
These upper level disturbances will be thanks to an upper level trough that is expected to dig into the western part of the country. A low should develop in this trough and make its way slowly towards us this weekend and early next week. The trough is not expected to completely pass us by until Wednesday afternoon. With sufficient moisture in place, we have a good chance for precipitation Sunday through Tuesday. The chance is 40% for the second half of the weekend and 50% for the first two days next week. A cold front is expected to move through the area early Sunday. This will bring much colder temperatures to the region. Highs on Sunday should be in the mid to upper 50s and that will likely occur in the morning with temperatures dropping through the day once the front passes your location. Highs for Monday through Wednesday look to be in the upper 30s to low 40s. Lows Sunday night through Tuesday night should be in the upper 20s to low 30s. This means that we could see rain change to freezing rain and/or sleet overnight into the morning hours and then change back to rain during the day.
This is how the situation looks for now. Things could change as we get closer to this time period. The type and amount of the precipitation we see is going to depend heavily on the exact track and strength of the upper level trough and low. The precipitation type is also going to depend on the cold air behind the front. If it isn't cold enough then we won't have to worry about frozen precipitation. As always, we will be keeping a close eye on this next possible round of wintry precipitation. Stay tuned to KRBC for further weather updates.
Have a fantastic Friday!
Big Changes this Weekend
Good Morning from Morning Meteorologist Kristen Connolly...
We have seen beautiful weather this week with clear skies through the day and night. But changes are coming our way...
The cold front that made its way through yesterday has cooled down the temperatures overnight. As you head out this morning you may want to make sure the gloves are handy as temperatures have dropped into the mid 30's. We will again see sunshine today but some clouds should make an appearance. Highs will stay in the low 70's. Overnight will be more mild with lows down into the upper 40's to low 50's.
Tomorrow it will be another warm one as highs approach the 80 degree mark. It is this weekend when our pattern completely changes. A big dip in the jet stream will form in the southwest this will develop an upper level low just to our west. With increasing moisture cloud cover begins to build in Saturday. A Cold front associated with the trough rolls through early Sunday dropping highs significantly. The chance of precipitation will be best Sunday through early Wednesday. With the cold air in here there is the chance to see frozen precip so it is something we will keep a close eye on. Temperatures will drop from upper 70's for highs Saturday, to mid 40's Sunday. Lows will dip into the Lower 30's.
Have a great day!
We have seen beautiful weather this week with clear skies through the day and night. But changes are coming our way...
The cold front that made its way through yesterday has cooled down the temperatures overnight. As you head out this morning you may want to make sure the gloves are handy as temperatures have dropped into the mid 30's. We will again see sunshine today but some clouds should make an appearance. Highs will stay in the low 70's. Overnight will be more mild with lows down into the upper 40's to low 50's.
Tomorrow it will be another warm one as highs approach the 80 degree mark. It is this weekend when our pattern completely changes. A big dip in the jet stream will form in the southwest this will develop an upper level low just to our west. With increasing moisture cloud cover begins to build in Saturday. A Cold front associated with the trough rolls through early Sunday dropping highs significantly. The chance of precipitation will be best Sunday through early Wednesday. With the cold air in here there is the chance to see frozen precip so it is something we will keep a close eye on. Temperatures will drop from upper 70's for highs Saturday, to mid 40's Sunday. Lows will dip into the Lower 30's.
Have a great day!
Wednesday, December 05, 2007
Rain Chances Increasing For The Weekend
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
We once again had above average temperatures today despite a weak cold front moving through the area. Temperatures this afternoon were in the 70s which is about 10 degrees above average for this time of year.
Warm and windy conditions are expected to continue Thursday and Friday. Highs will be in the low to mid 70s. Winds should be from the south-southwest at 15 to 25 mph.
An upper level trough looks to build in the western U.S. this weekend. We should see some upper level disturbances move through the region Saturday night through Wednesday morning. An upper level low should build in the middle of the trough. It will move slowly towards us early next week and not completely pass by the Big Country until late Wednesday. With a cold front also expected on Sunday, there will be several lifting mechanisms this weekend and the first half of next week. Moisture should be in place so the chance for precipitation is looking better. The chances begin Saturday night at 20% and then increase to 40% for Sunday through Tuesday. There is a slight chance of lingering activity early Wednesday. Highs during this time period will start in the low 70s on Saturday, fall to the low 60s on Sunday and fall even further to the low to mid 50s for the first half of next week.
The strength and track of the trough as well as how cold the air is behind the front are something we are keeping a close eye on right now. These are all factors that will play a big part in how much precipitation we see and how cold it gets. Stay tuned for further weather updates.
Have a terrific Thursday!
We once again had above average temperatures today despite a weak cold front moving through the area. Temperatures this afternoon were in the 70s which is about 10 degrees above average for this time of year.
Warm and windy conditions are expected to continue Thursday and Friday. Highs will be in the low to mid 70s. Winds should be from the south-southwest at 15 to 25 mph.
An upper level trough looks to build in the western U.S. this weekend. We should see some upper level disturbances move through the region Saturday night through Wednesday morning. An upper level low should build in the middle of the trough. It will move slowly towards us early next week and not completely pass by the Big Country until late Wednesday. With a cold front also expected on Sunday, there will be several lifting mechanisms this weekend and the first half of next week. Moisture should be in place so the chance for precipitation is looking better. The chances begin Saturday night at 20% and then increase to 40% for Sunday through Tuesday. There is a slight chance of lingering activity early Wednesday. Highs during this time period will start in the low 70s on Saturday, fall to the low 60s on Sunday and fall even further to the low to mid 50s for the first half of next week.
The strength and track of the trough as well as how cold the air is behind the front are something we are keeping a close eye on right now. These are all factors that will play a big part in how much precipitation we see and how cold it gets. Stay tuned for further weather updates.
Have a terrific Thursday!
Tuesday, December 04, 2007
Tuesday Afternoon Update
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
We had another cold start to the morning today with temperatures ranging from the upper 20s in Brownwood to the low 40s in Sweetwater. Everyone else fell somewhere in between. The difference in temperature was due to the wind. In Brownwood, it was calm. In Sweetwater, it was a bit breezy from the southwest. The entire viewing area had well above average temperatures this afternoon with highs in the low to mid 70s.
Tomorrow should be a pleasant day with temperatures slightly cooler than today. The reason for the change is a shift in our winds. Winds for Wednesday should be from the east-northeast. Highs are expected to be in the upper 60s to low 70s.
Thursday will be warmer and windy. The increase in winds is due to a surface low developing to our north. Highs will be in the low to mid 70s.
Friday should be even warmer with highs in the mid to upper 70s under partly cloudy skies.
An upper level trough should build in the western part of the country this weekend. By Saturday we look to have mostly cloudy skies develop due to this as well as a return of sufficient moisture. Highs will be in the low 70s.
The trough is expected to move slowly towards us on Sunday, but not completely pass us until late Tuesday or early Wednesday. We should see some periodic upper level disturbances move through the area during this time period. With enough moisture expected to be in place, the chance for rain right now is 30%. That could increase or decrease depending on the development and movement of the trough. We will get a better handle on this situation as we get closer to it. Colder temperatures are expected due to mostly cloudy skies, rain and a cold front moving through the area on Sunday. Highs should be in the mid to upper 60s on Sunday, the upper 50s to low 60s on Monday and the upper 50s on Tuesday.
Have a wonderful Wednesday!
We had another cold start to the morning today with temperatures ranging from the upper 20s in Brownwood to the low 40s in Sweetwater. Everyone else fell somewhere in between. The difference in temperature was due to the wind. In Brownwood, it was calm. In Sweetwater, it was a bit breezy from the southwest. The entire viewing area had well above average temperatures this afternoon with highs in the low to mid 70s.
Tomorrow should be a pleasant day with temperatures slightly cooler than today. The reason for the change is a shift in our winds. Winds for Wednesday should be from the east-northeast. Highs are expected to be in the upper 60s to low 70s.
Thursday will be warmer and windy. The increase in winds is due to a surface low developing to our north. Highs will be in the low to mid 70s.
Friday should be even warmer with highs in the mid to upper 70s under partly cloudy skies.
An upper level trough should build in the western part of the country this weekend. By Saturday we look to have mostly cloudy skies develop due to this as well as a return of sufficient moisture. Highs will be in the low 70s.
The trough is expected to move slowly towards us on Sunday, but not completely pass us until late Tuesday or early Wednesday. We should see some periodic upper level disturbances move through the area during this time period. With enough moisture expected to be in place, the chance for rain right now is 30%. That could increase or decrease depending on the development and movement of the trough. We will get a better handle on this situation as we get closer to it. Colder temperatures are expected due to mostly cloudy skies, rain and a cold front moving through the area on Sunday. Highs should be in the mid to upper 60s on Sunday, the upper 50s to low 60s on Monday and the upper 50s on Tuesday.
Have a wonderful Wednesday!
Tuesday Morning Forecast
Good Morning from Morning Meteorologist Kristen Connolly...
We saw a cooler but gorgeous day yesterday. It was a very chilly start as temperatures plummeted to the upper 20's. The afternoon we finally topped off at upper 50's to low 60's with hardly a cloud in the sky.
This morning again is chilly with a range of temperatures from mid 30's to mid 40's. It will be another good day to dress warmly in the morning and be able to shed the layers by the afternoon. Above average temperatures will return today as highs top off in the low 70's. Winds return out of the southwest which should keep drier air in place. Great weather to get some of that Christmas shopping done!
Tomorrow to start Share Your Christmas temperatures will dip down to the low 40's but with a Sunny sky warm up to hit just around 70.
The rest of the week stays fairly quiet until we get to the weekend where a trough should dip into the southwestern US, this should bring more moisture back with a chance of rain.
Have a great day!
We saw a cooler but gorgeous day yesterday. It was a very chilly start as temperatures plummeted to the upper 20's. The afternoon we finally topped off at upper 50's to low 60's with hardly a cloud in the sky.
This morning again is chilly with a range of temperatures from mid 30's to mid 40's. It will be another good day to dress warmly in the morning and be able to shed the layers by the afternoon. Above average temperatures will return today as highs top off in the low 70's. Winds return out of the southwest which should keep drier air in place. Great weather to get some of that Christmas shopping done!
Tomorrow to start Share Your Christmas temperatures will dip down to the low 40's but with a Sunny sky warm up to hit just around 70.
The rest of the week stays fairly quiet until we get to the weekend where a trough should dip into the southwestern US, this should bring more moisture back with a chance of rain.
Have a great day!
Monday, December 03, 2007
Above Average Temps Return and Stay...For Now
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
We had a cold start to the day this morning with temperatures in the upper 20s to mid 30s. It remained cool througout the day with highs in the upper 50s to low 60s. Our highs were close to what we typically see this time of year while our lows were below average.
Warmer and above average temperatures return tomorrow. High pressure will shift to the east giving us west-southwest winds. Highs look to be in the low to mid 70s under mostly sunny skies.
Slightly cooler temperatures are expected on Wednesday due to a weak cold front possibly moving through the area. Highs look to be in the upper 60s to low 70s under mostly sunny skies. Don't forget about the Share Your Christmas Food Drive on Wednesday. We will be collecting non-perishible food items and cash donations at the United Supermarket on South 14th Street from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. Our goal this year is one million pounds. The weather will be great so please stop by and donate if you can.
Thursday through Saturday should be dry as well, but with partly cloudy skies. Highs are expected to be in the upper 60s to low 70s.
An upper level trough looks to be building in the western U.S. late this weekend and early next week. Some upper level disturbances could move through the area Sunday and next Monday, so there is a slight chance of rain both days. Highs during this time period should be in the upper 60s to around 70.
Have a terrific Tuesday!
We had a cold start to the day this morning with temperatures in the upper 20s to mid 30s. It remained cool througout the day with highs in the upper 50s to low 60s. Our highs were close to what we typically see this time of year while our lows were below average.
Warmer and above average temperatures return tomorrow. High pressure will shift to the east giving us west-southwest winds. Highs look to be in the low to mid 70s under mostly sunny skies.
Slightly cooler temperatures are expected on Wednesday due to a weak cold front possibly moving through the area. Highs look to be in the upper 60s to low 70s under mostly sunny skies. Don't forget about the Share Your Christmas Food Drive on Wednesday. We will be collecting non-perishible food items and cash donations at the United Supermarket on South 14th Street from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. Our goal this year is one million pounds. The weather will be great so please stop by and donate if you can.
Thursday through Saturday should be dry as well, but with partly cloudy skies. Highs are expected to be in the upper 60s to low 70s.
An upper level trough looks to be building in the western U.S. late this weekend and early next week. Some upper level disturbances could move through the area Sunday and next Monday, so there is a slight chance of rain both days. Highs during this time period should be in the upper 60s to around 70.
Have a terrific Tuesday!
A Quiet Week Ahead
Good Morning from Morning Meteorologist Kristen Connolly..
We had a very mild weekend across the Big Country as highs reached in the low 70's and lows stayed in the 60's. But thanks to a cold front our Monday is starting off on the chilly side.
This morning you may want to start that car early as temperatures have dipped to the low 30's. It feels like December outside so bundle up as you head out the door. Through the day we will gradually warm up and eventually hit the low 60’s which is average for this time of year. Overnight we will again drop with temperatures hitting a few degrees warmer, in the upper 30's.
We are setting up for a quiet week with high pressure sitting over us. Temperatures will gradually warm to the low 70's with lows in lower 40's. Temperatures will drop back with a front moving through Thursday which will keep weekend temperatures in the mid 60's.
Don't forget Share Your Christmas is Wednesday, with beautiful weather we hope to see you out there!
Have a great day!
We had a very mild weekend across the Big Country as highs reached in the low 70's and lows stayed in the 60's. But thanks to a cold front our Monday is starting off on the chilly side.
This morning you may want to start that car early as temperatures have dipped to the low 30's. It feels like December outside so bundle up as you head out the door. Through the day we will gradually warm up and eventually hit the low 60’s which is average for this time of year. Overnight we will again drop with temperatures hitting a few degrees warmer, in the upper 30's.
We are setting up for a quiet week with high pressure sitting over us. Temperatures will gradually warm to the low 70's with lows in lower 40's. Temperatures will drop back with a front moving through Thursday which will keep weekend temperatures in the mid 60's.
Don't forget Share Your Christmas is Wednesday, with beautiful weather we hope to see you out there!
Have a great day!
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