Thursday Afternoon Update

From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...

An upper level high pressure ridge that has been to our east much of this week began building back into the Lone Star State today. This led to us seeing no rain in the Big Country this afternoon which was a change from the past couple of days. Highs were in the mid 80s to low 90s.

The ridge looks to be in control over the region through the weekend. This will keep us dry with temperatures above average for this time of year. Highs are expected to be in the upper 80s to low 90s.

On Monday, the ridge will likely begin breaking down. We should still be dry with slightly cooler temperatures. Highs look to be in the upper 80s.

A cold front is expected to get close to us late Monday night and possibly move through the area on Tuesday. This will bring us a 20% chance of showers and thunderstorms. Highs should be in the mid 80s.

We may see some post-frontal rain on Wednesday, so a 20% chance of precipitation will continue. Highs will remain in the mid 80s.

The hurricane hunters checked out the low pressure system that is in the eastern Gulf of Mexico today. It has a well defined center of circulation, but no tropical characteristics. There aren't that many thunderstorms with it either. This system could still become a tropical cyclone over the next day or two. It should stay well east of our area. However, if you have any travel plans that take you anywhere from the upper Texas coast to the Florida panhandle this weekend, be sure to stay tuned for the latest information as this low could strengthen.

Have a fantastic Friday!