Monday Night Update

From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...

It looks like we'll be saying goodbye to below average temperatures and above average rain for a while. Our typical summer time pattern of hot temperatures and dry conditions will be taking control over the area. Highs today were mainly in the low to mid 90s. Brownwood made it to 97 this afternoon.

The upper level high pressure ridge that is currently centered over the central and southern plains will be shifting eastward into the southeastern states by midweek. It should then start moving back towards our area by the end of the workweek. From there, it looks to be back in the western part of the country. This high pressure dome is large enough that we should be dry for at least the next seven days. Highs will be in the mid 90s with breezy conditions Tuesday and Wednesday. For the second half of the week, we should be experiencing highs in the upper 90s. A few locations may reach 100 Friday and Saturday. With dewpoints likely to remain in the 60s and 70s this week, heat index values will be in the upper 90s to around 105. Please be sure and take it easy if you are going to be outdoors. Drink plenty of water, take breaks indoors and weak light-colored, loose-fitting clothing.

Have a terrific Tuesday!