Warm Start To The Work Week

From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...

We have had two very different days this weekend. Saturday was very windy with wind gusts in the 50 to 60 mph range. Visibilities were reduced to a mile or less in many locations because of a dust storm. Today was pleasant with sunny skies across the Big Country and highs in the low to mid 60s. Winds were not nearly as strong as yesterday.

Monday and Tuesday will be warm with highs in the mid to upper 70s and mostly sunny skies. Breezy conditions should be with us on both days. Since our airmass is expected to remain dry, the fire danger will be elevated so please be careful.

Wednesday looks to be warm with highs in the low to mid 70s. A cold front and possibly a dryline will likely move through the area late Wednesday. Our highs on Thursday should be in the low to mid 60s. There is a slight chance for showers and thunderstorms in mainly the eastern portions of the viewing area. The main question for our rain chance this week is moisture. If enough of it returns to the region, then we could see some rain. If not, it will likely be dry. Stronger winds are expected for Wednesday and Thursday so we could reach critical fire weather conditions.

Another cold front looks to move through the Big Country on Friday. This will reinforce the cooler air already in place. Highs for Friday through next weekend should range from the upper 50s to mid 60s.

Have a magnificent Monday!