Wednesday Afternoon Update

From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...

Scattered showers and thunderstorms moved through portions of the Big Country this afternoon. The majority of the rain was in the central part of the viewing area. The storms were not severe, but they did produce heavy rain, lightning and gusty winds. Highs were in the mid 80s to low 90s which is at and a little above average for this time of year.

The chance for rain will only be slight tomorrow as an upper level high pressure ridge that shifted to our east builds back into the Lone Star State. Highs look to be in the upper 80s to low 90s.

That ridge looks to be in control over the region this weekend. This will lead to dry conditions and above average temperatures for us. Highs are expected to be in the low 90s.

The ridge should break down a bit early next week. Highs will likely cool down a into the upper 80s for Monday through next Wednesday.

We continue to keep an eye on a low pressure system off the east coast of Florida. It still looks like this system will make its way into the Gulf of Mexico over next couple of days. With warm waters in that area, it could develop into our next tropical depression or storm. We will have to wait and see.

Have a terrific Thursday!