Tuesday Night Update

From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...

We had cooler temperatures today thanks to a weak cold front that moved through the area. Highs ranged from the low 50s to low 60s. Unfortunately, we didn't see any rain out of the front, just some high level cirrus clouds.

Warmer temperatures return tomorrow. High pressure will be to our east so our winds will be from the south-southwest. Windy conditions are expected with sustained winds of 15 to 30 mph. Highs should be in the mid 60s.

Windy conditions will continue on Thursday with more moisture building into the region. Skies will likely be mostly cloudy with highs in the mid to upper 60s. There is a slight chance of rain Thursday night.

The chance for rain increases Friday to 30% due to a cold front being close to the area. It should be to our north near the Red River. Despite mostly cloudy skies, we can expect highs to be in the mid to upper 60s.

The cold front looks to stall in our area Saturday. If this happens, anyone north of the front will be cold because this front is bringing arctic air to the Big Country. Any areas that remain south of the front should see temperatures remain above average. With the front sitting on top of us for the first half of the weekend, the 30% chance for showers and thunderstorms will continue.

By Sunday morning, the cold front should have cleared the entire viewing area. It is then that we will begin to see the arctic air move into the region. Highs look to be in the low to mid 30s from Sunday through at least Tuesday. From Saturday night into Tuesday, there is a slight to 20% chance of frozen precipitation. It looks like some upper level disturbances will move through the Big Country. The main question continues to be whether or not there will be enough moisture in place for us to see any freezing rain, sleet, or snow. This is a situation that we are continuing to monitor. Stay tuned for the latest updates on this winter weather possibility.

Have a wonderful Wednesday!