From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
The arctic air held strong over the Big Country today with temperatures remaining in the 20s to 32 all day. We have had freezing fog, light freezing drizzle, light freezing rain, and light snow flurries off and on through the day. This has led to a little more ice accumulation across the area. The entire viewing area is under an Ice Storm Warning. Scurry and Mitchell counties are under the warning until noon on Sunday. Everyone else is under the warning until 6 p.m. on Sunday.
It looks like our best chance for precipitation will be after midnight tonight into the early afternoon hours on Sunday. We should see a mixture of freezing rain, sleet, and snow. There is potential for significant icing tomorrow. Highs will be in the upper 20s to low 30s.
The precipiation should come to an end early Monday as some snow. Highs should stay at or below freezing through the day. There will be very little if any melting. Anything that does melt will refreeze during the night.
Total ice accumulations in the southern communities could reach one quarter to one half inch. The central portions of the viewing area could see one half to three quarters of an inch. The northern communites may see three quarters of an inch to one and one quarter inch or more.
It looks like we will get above freezing Tuesday afternoon with highs in the mid 30s under partly cloudy skies. Temperatures should continue to warm up through the rest of the work week and into next weekend. There is a slight chance of rain Friday and Saturday.
We'll continue to keep you updated on the winter weather situation. Stay tuned to KRBC for the latest weather information and forecasts.
Have a spectacular and safe Sunday!
Saturday, January 13, 2007
Friday, January 12, 2007
Cold and Icy Weekend
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
The cold front that we have been expecting to bring arctic air to the area arrived in the northern communities this morning and made it through the southern portions this evening. Most of the area saw temperatures drop to and below freezing by a little after sunset. Only the southern portions of the viewing area have yet to hit 32 degrees. Rain has fallen over much of the area through the day as well. The northern two-thirds of the area saw that rain change to freezing rain late this afternoon and evening. Abilene Regional Airport saw about four tenths of an inch of rain. Since then it has mainly been drizzle and fog.
Every county in the viewing area except for Stonewall, Scurry, and Mitchell is under an Ice Storm Warning tonight through 6 p.m. Sunday. An Ice Storm Warning means severe winter weather conditions are expected or occurring. Significant amounts of ice accumulations will make travel difficult or impossible. Stonewall, Scurry, and Mitchell counties are under a Freezing Rain Advisory tonight through 6 p.m. Saturday. Those same counties are under a Winter Storm Watch Saturday evening through Sunday afternoon.
For the rest of tonight, we can expect temperatures to be in the low 20s to low 30s. Freezing drizzle and fog is likely with more freezing rain developing after midnight and into tomorrow morning.
We should see periods of freezing rain, fog and drizzle throughout the day Saturday due to upper level disturbances rolling through the area from time to time. Highs should range from the mid 20s to low 30s.
Our best shot at freezing rain and significant ice accumulation looks to be Saturday night into Sunday. This is when we expect the main upper trough to move through the area. Highs should remain in the mid 20s to low 30s.
Overall, I think we will see ice accumulations of one quarter inch or less in the southern communities. The central portions of the viewing area should see one quarter to one half inch. In the northern communities, we look to have one half to one inch. If you have to travel, please be very careful and cautious. Bridges and overpasses will likely be the first to ice over.
Precipitation should come to an end from west to east Sunday evening. A secondary shot of arctic air will probably keep us from warming above freezing on Monday. We are expecting to see above freezing temperatures by Tuesday afternoon. A gradual warming trend is expected Wednesday through next Friday, but temperatures should remain below average for this time of year.
We will continue to keep you updated on the winter weather situation throughout the weekend. Stay tuned for the latest forecast and updates.
Have a super Saturday!
The cold front that we have been expecting to bring arctic air to the area arrived in the northern communities this morning and made it through the southern portions this evening. Most of the area saw temperatures drop to and below freezing by a little after sunset. Only the southern portions of the viewing area have yet to hit 32 degrees. Rain has fallen over much of the area through the day as well. The northern two-thirds of the area saw that rain change to freezing rain late this afternoon and evening. Abilene Regional Airport saw about four tenths of an inch of rain. Since then it has mainly been drizzle and fog.
Every county in the viewing area except for Stonewall, Scurry, and Mitchell is under an Ice Storm Warning tonight through 6 p.m. Sunday. An Ice Storm Warning means severe winter weather conditions are expected or occurring. Significant amounts of ice accumulations will make travel difficult or impossible. Stonewall, Scurry, and Mitchell counties are under a Freezing Rain Advisory tonight through 6 p.m. Saturday. Those same counties are under a Winter Storm Watch Saturday evening through Sunday afternoon.
For the rest of tonight, we can expect temperatures to be in the low 20s to low 30s. Freezing drizzle and fog is likely with more freezing rain developing after midnight and into tomorrow morning.
We should see periods of freezing rain, fog and drizzle throughout the day Saturday due to upper level disturbances rolling through the area from time to time. Highs should range from the mid 20s to low 30s.
Our best shot at freezing rain and significant ice accumulation looks to be Saturday night into Sunday. This is when we expect the main upper trough to move through the area. Highs should remain in the mid 20s to low 30s.
Overall, I think we will see ice accumulations of one quarter inch or less in the southern communities. The central portions of the viewing area should see one quarter to one half inch. In the northern communities, we look to have one half to one inch. If you have to travel, please be very careful and cautious. Bridges and overpasses will likely be the first to ice over.
Precipitation should come to an end from west to east Sunday evening. A secondary shot of arctic air will probably keep us from warming above freezing on Monday. We are expecting to see above freezing temperatures by Tuesday afternoon. A gradual warming trend is expected Wednesday through next Friday, but temperatures should remain below average for this time of year.
We will continue to keep you updated on the winter weather situation throughout the weekend. Stay tuned for the latest forecast and updates.
Have a super Saturday!
Wet, Icy Weekend
Good Morning from Morning Meteorologist Kristen Connolly….
It was a warm start to the morning with temperatures around 60 degrees even in the early morning hours. However Winter Storm Watches are in place across the area with big changes coming for the start of the weekend. Today will be the last day of above seasonal temperatures as a cold front is pushing through Texas right now bringing a blast of artic air. At 5am it was just south of Amarillo and should arrive in the Big Country sometime between 3 and 5 pm. Throughout the day we will see showers and isolated Thunderstorms associated with this front. The front will be stalling out in the Big Country and depending on exactly where will depend on overnight temperatures and what precipitation type we are going to be getting. In the Northern Big Country freezing rain will be likely however the southern counties are less likely to see freezing rain until Saturday. Overnight temperatures will be ranging from low 30’s to upper 30’s.
Temperatures on Saturday should remain chilly across the Big Country with the Southern counties staying a bit warmer with a range from lower 30’s to lower 40’s for highs. By Saturday the front should be completely through the area as an upper level low should help give it a push. Overnight lows should dip into the 20’s with a few places staying in the lower 30’s. Sunday, rain/freezing rain will continue with temperatures in the mid 30’s for highs and overnight lows in the lower 20’s. Through the weekend we could see an accumulation of up to quarter inch of ice.
Monday a high pressure system will build, given an end to rain chances along with another shot of reinforcement cold. Temperatures will be chilly the beginning of the week with highs in the mid 30’s and lows dropping into the upper teens.
Have a great weekend, and drive careful.
It was a warm start to the morning with temperatures around 60 degrees even in the early morning hours. However Winter Storm Watches are in place across the area with big changes coming for the start of the weekend. Today will be the last day of above seasonal temperatures as a cold front is pushing through Texas right now bringing a blast of artic air. At 5am it was just south of Amarillo and should arrive in the Big Country sometime between 3 and 5 pm. Throughout the day we will see showers and isolated Thunderstorms associated with this front. The front will be stalling out in the Big Country and depending on exactly where will depend on overnight temperatures and what precipitation type we are going to be getting. In the Northern Big Country freezing rain will be likely however the southern counties are less likely to see freezing rain until Saturday. Overnight temperatures will be ranging from low 30’s to upper 30’s.
Temperatures on Saturday should remain chilly across the Big Country with the Southern counties staying a bit warmer with a range from lower 30’s to lower 40’s for highs. By Saturday the front should be completely through the area as an upper level low should help give it a push. Overnight lows should dip into the 20’s with a few places staying in the lower 30’s. Sunday, rain/freezing rain will continue with temperatures in the mid 30’s for highs and overnight lows in the lower 20’s. Through the weekend we could see an accumulation of up to quarter inch of ice.
Monday a high pressure system will build, given an end to rain chances along with another shot of reinforcement cold. Temperatures will be chilly the beginning of the week with highs in the mid 30’s and lows dropping into the upper teens.
Have a great weekend, and drive careful.
Thursday, January 11, 2007
Icy Conditions Possible This Weekend
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
Clouds moved back into the region today. Despite the mostly cloudy skies, we still managed to have above average temperatures and breezy conditions. Highs ranged from the low 60s to around 70.
With more moisture in place and a cold front approaching from the north, showers and thunderstorms are likely tomorrow. Cloudy skies should continue with highs in the low to mid 60s.
This cold front should begin moving through the viewing area by tomorrow night. It looks to stall somewhere between our southern communities and Interstate 10. Arctic air will filter in behind it. The northern communities should see a change from rain to freezing rain and sleet tomorrow night. The central communities and those near Interstate 20 should see the change Saturday morning. The southern communities could see frozen precipitaiton if the front gets far enough south before stalling. This whole scenario is dependant upon where the front stalls on Saturday. Anyone south of the front will see well above freezing temperatures and the chance for rain. Communities north of the front will have cold temperatures near or below freezing and the chance for frozen precipitaiton.
Most of the viewing area is under a Winter Storm Watch due to the potential for signifcant amounts of snow, sleet, or ice accumulations that would impact travel. All counties in the viewing area except for Brown, Coke, Coleman, Comanche, and Knox are under this watch beginning tomorrow night through Sunday afternoon. Knox county is under an Ice Storm Warning from 6 p.m. Friday until 6 p.m. Sunday. This type of warning means that severe winter weather conditions are expected. Significant amounts of ice accumulations will make travel dangerous or impossible.
All of the precipitation should come to an end from west to east during the day on Sunday. Depending on where the front is, highs look to be in the mid to upper 30s.
A secondary surge of arctic air arrives on Monday keeping high temperatures close to freezing under partly cloudy skies. A warming trend will likely begin on Tuesday, but temperatures will still be cold and below average for this time of year.
We will continue to keep a close eye on the winter weather situation. Stay tuned to KRBC for the latest forecasts and updates.
Have a fantastic Friday!
Clouds moved back into the region today. Despite the mostly cloudy skies, we still managed to have above average temperatures and breezy conditions. Highs ranged from the low 60s to around 70.
With more moisture in place and a cold front approaching from the north, showers and thunderstorms are likely tomorrow. Cloudy skies should continue with highs in the low to mid 60s.
This cold front should begin moving through the viewing area by tomorrow night. It looks to stall somewhere between our southern communities and Interstate 10. Arctic air will filter in behind it. The northern communities should see a change from rain to freezing rain and sleet tomorrow night. The central communities and those near Interstate 20 should see the change Saturday morning. The southern communities could see frozen precipitaiton if the front gets far enough south before stalling. This whole scenario is dependant upon where the front stalls on Saturday. Anyone south of the front will see well above freezing temperatures and the chance for rain. Communities north of the front will have cold temperatures near or below freezing and the chance for frozen precipitaiton.
Most of the viewing area is under a Winter Storm Watch due to the potential for signifcant amounts of snow, sleet, or ice accumulations that would impact travel. All counties in the viewing area except for Brown, Coke, Coleman, Comanche, and Knox are under this watch beginning tomorrow night through Sunday afternoon. Knox county is under an Ice Storm Warning from 6 p.m. Friday until 6 p.m. Sunday. This type of warning means that severe winter weather conditions are expected. Significant amounts of ice accumulations will make travel dangerous or impossible.
All of the precipitation should come to an end from west to east during the day on Sunday. Depending on where the front is, highs look to be in the mid to upper 30s.
A secondary surge of arctic air arrives on Monday keeping high temperatures close to freezing under partly cloudy skies. A warming trend will likely begin on Tuesday, but temperatures will still be cold and below average for this time of year.
We will continue to keep a close eye on the winter weather situation. Stay tuned to KRBC for the latest forecasts and updates.
Have a fantastic Friday!
Cloudy and Windy
Good Morning from Morning Meteorologist Kristen Connolly
The winds were howling yesterday! The temperatures stayed warm and the sun was shining. The overnight was very mild, however the winds kept it feeling a bit brisk. Today the winds will continue to blow up to 25 mph but the clouds have begun to push in from the west and will continue to dominate through the weekend. Temperatures will stay very warm reaching near 70 degrees. Overnight lows will continue to stay more like highs for this time of year reaching lower 50’s. We also could see a chance showers beginning into the overnight.
Tomorrow will be the last warm day before a big chill will come into place. Temperatures will again be in the mid 60’s with scattered showers possible, otherwise cloudy skies. Into the overnight Friday we will finally begin to cool down the temperatures reaching into the upper 30’s. Saturday temperatures will be dramatically different compared to previous days, depending how much the front stalls we could see a range across the Big Country as the Cold air pushes in. The highest temperatures will reach will be around 50 degrees Saturday. That night temperatures will drop into the mid 20’s. Right now the precipitations are in the forecast. If there is enough moisture in place we will see the rain change to snow however when the front pushes through we will quickly dry out.
After the front temperatures will be drastically cooler with highs only in the mid 30’s and overnight lows in the upper teens with partly cloudy skies beginning Monday.
Have a great day!
The winds were howling yesterday! The temperatures stayed warm and the sun was shining. The overnight was very mild, however the winds kept it feeling a bit brisk. Today the winds will continue to blow up to 25 mph but the clouds have begun to push in from the west and will continue to dominate through the weekend. Temperatures will stay very warm reaching near 70 degrees. Overnight lows will continue to stay more like highs for this time of year reaching lower 50’s. We also could see a chance showers beginning into the overnight.
Tomorrow will be the last warm day before a big chill will come into place. Temperatures will again be in the mid 60’s with scattered showers possible, otherwise cloudy skies. Into the overnight Friday we will finally begin to cool down the temperatures reaching into the upper 30’s. Saturday temperatures will be dramatically different compared to previous days, depending how much the front stalls we could see a range across the Big Country as the Cold air pushes in. The highest temperatures will reach will be around 50 degrees Saturday. That night temperatures will drop into the mid 20’s. Right now the precipitations are in the forecast. If there is enough moisture in place we will see the rain change to snow however when the front pushes through we will quickly dry out.
After the front temperatures will be drastically cooler with highs only in the mid 30’s and overnight lows in the upper teens with partly cloudy skies beginning Monday.
Have a great day!
Wednesday, January 10, 2007
Wednesday Night Update
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
Warmer temperatures and windy conditions returned to the Big Country today. Highs were in the low to mid 60s with sustained winds of 20 to 30 mph.
The windy conditions and above average temperatures will continue tomorrow. Highs should be in the mid to upper 60s. Moisture is expected to continue its return to the area. We will likely see mostly cloudy skies for Thursday.
A cold front should be getting close to the area on Friday, but remaining to our north. With moisture in place, we have a 20% chance of rain Thursday night and a 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms on Friday. Mostly cloudy skies look to continue for the final day of the work week. Highs are expected to remain in the mid to upper 60s.
The cold front looks to stall in the Big Country on Saturday. Depending on where it stalls out will depend on what temperatures a location has during the day. Highs will probably be in the 40s north of the front with temperatures reaching the 60s south of it. The chance for showers and thunderstorms will increase to 40% with the front sitting in the area.
The air behind this front is arctic in nature, so cold temperatures will settle into the region from Sunday through at least the middle of next week. If the cold air is in place in time before the air becomes drier, there is a chance we could see rain change to a freezing rain, sleet, and snow mix Saturday night and into Sunday. Highs Sunday through next Wednesday look to be in the low to mid 30s with lows in the upper teens to upper 20s. We will likely not see any precipitation Monday thorugh Wednesday due to a lack of moisture. This is a situation that we are keeping a close eye on. Continue to stay tuned for the latest forecast updates.
Have a terrific Thursday!
Warmer temperatures and windy conditions returned to the Big Country today. Highs were in the low to mid 60s with sustained winds of 20 to 30 mph.
The windy conditions and above average temperatures will continue tomorrow. Highs should be in the mid to upper 60s. Moisture is expected to continue its return to the area. We will likely see mostly cloudy skies for Thursday.
A cold front should be getting close to the area on Friday, but remaining to our north. With moisture in place, we have a 20% chance of rain Thursday night and a 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms on Friday. Mostly cloudy skies look to continue for the final day of the work week. Highs are expected to remain in the mid to upper 60s.
The cold front looks to stall in the Big Country on Saturday. Depending on where it stalls out will depend on what temperatures a location has during the day. Highs will probably be in the 40s north of the front with temperatures reaching the 60s south of it. The chance for showers and thunderstorms will increase to 40% with the front sitting in the area.
The air behind this front is arctic in nature, so cold temperatures will settle into the region from Sunday through at least the middle of next week. If the cold air is in place in time before the air becomes drier, there is a chance we could see rain change to a freezing rain, sleet, and snow mix Saturday night and into Sunday. Highs Sunday through next Wednesday look to be in the low to mid 30s with lows in the upper teens to upper 20s. We will likely not see any precipitation Monday thorugh Wednesday due to a lack of moisture. This is a situation that we are keeping a close eye on. Continue to stay tuned for the latest forecast updates.
Have a terrific Thursday!
Wednesday Morning Forecast
Good Morning from Morning Meteorologist Kristen Connolly…
We saw some high clouds move into the area but the sun was able to still break through and keep temperatures in the 60’s. Monday night was again a chilly one with Abilene getting down to the mid 20’s. This morning temperatures staying warmer than the previous days, still a bit chilly in some areas ranging from mid 30’s to lower 40’s.
If you enjoy warm and sunny weather take advantage of today. We will see the sunshine with temperatures in the mid 60’s. Along with the warmth winds will be blowing from 15-25 mph out of the Southwest. By tonight we will begin to see clouds increase with moisture moving in from the gulf. The winds and dew points will help us keep our temperatures just around 50 degrees overnight. Tomorrow we will again see warm temperatures however the clouds will be taking over. Precipitation chances will begin overnight Thursday as a few disturbances will be pushing through our area.
Friday the above average temperatures will remain, with mid 60’s and upper 40’s. If you like winter, then the weekend is your start to a chilly week. Saturday an artic front will push through sometime in the morning hours. This will drastically cool us doing. Highs Saturday will get close to 50 but overnight lows will be in the mid 20’s. Sunday through Tuesday highs could only reach lower 30’s with overnights staying around 20. The rain chances are on the board throughout the weekend and a slight chance for Tuesday.
Have a great day!
We saw some high clouds move into the area but the sun was able to still break through and keep temperatures in the 60’s. Monday night was again a chilly one with Abilene getting down to the mid 20’s. This morning temperatures staying warmer than the previous days, still a bit chilly in some areas ranging from mid 30’s to lower 40’s.
If you enjoy warm and sunny weather take advantage of today. We will see the sunshine with temperatures in the mid 60’s. Along with the warmth winds will be blowing from 15-25 mph out of the Southwest. By tonight we will begin to see clouds increase with moisture moving in from the gulf. The winds and dew points will help us keep our temperatures just around 50 degrees overnight. Tomorrow we will again see warm temperatures however the clouds will be taking over. Precipitation chances will begin overnight Thursday as a few disturbances will be pushing through our area.
Friday the above average temperatures will remain, with mid 60’s and upper 40’s. If you like winter, then the weekend is your start to a chilly week. Saturday an artic front will push through sometime in the morning hours. This will drastically cool us doing. Highs Saturday will get close to 50 but overnight lows will be in the mid 20’s. Sunday through Tuesday highs could only reach lower 30’s with overnights staying around 20. The rain chances are on the board throughout the weekend and a slight chance for Tuesday.
Have a great day!
Tuesday, January 09, 2007
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!
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!
The week of change
Good Morning, From Morning Meteorologist Kristen Connolly….
It was a beautiful day across the Big Country yesterday as high temperatures reached the mid 60’s. However it was a very chilly start for a few kids going back to school with lows in the mid 20’s. A weak front is passing through the Big Country; this will bring a small drop in temperatures, but bring a wind shift out of the North. This will help us keep temperatures a few degrees cooler than yesterday however still above average by 5 degrees. Overnight we will keep the temperatures cool, but continue to see above average readings reaching upper 30’s.
Tomorrow we will be back into the mid 60’s with plenty of sunshine and lows will in the mid to upper 40’s. This is because we are brining in some more moisture along with plenty of winds, with gusts during the day and night up to 25 mph out of the South/Southeast.
Thursday the clouds will be building and rain chances could begin that evening with a few disturbances rolling through. Temperatures will still stay warm that day, again in the mid 60’s with overnight lows just around 50 degrees.
The weekend is bringing BIG changes to the Big Country. An artic front should push through overnight Friday dropping temperatures, going from mid 60’s Friday to mid 40’s for highs Saturday. Along with that lows will be in the mid 30’s overnight Friday and drop to mid 20’s Saturday night. Sunday and Monday highs should only reach the mid 30’s. We are keeping precipitation chances on the board through the weekend and into Monday, however how much and what kind, will greatly depend on how cold we get and how much moisture will be readily available. This is still 5-7 days out and we will be keeping you updated with the latest.
Have a great day!
It was a beautiful day across the Big Country yesterday as high temperatures reached the mid 60’s. However it was a very chilly start for a few kids going back to school with lows in the mid 20’s. A weak front is passing through the Big Country; this will bring a small drop in temperatures, but bring a wind shift out of the North. This will help us keep temperatures a few degrees cooler than yesterday however still above average by 5 degrees. Overnight we will keep the temperatures cool, but continue to see above average readings reaching upper 30’s.
Tomorrow we will be back into the mid 60’s with plenty of sunshine and lows will in the mid to upper 40’s. This is because we are brining in some more moisture along with plenty of winds, with gusts during the day and night up to 25 mph out of the South/Southeast.
Thursday the clouds will be building and rain chances could begin that evening with a few disturbances rolling through. Temperatures will still stay warm that day, again in the mid 60’s with overnight lows just around 50 degrees.
The weekend is bringing BIG changes to the Big Country. An artic front should push through overnight Friday dropping temperatures, going from mid 60’s Friday to mid 40’s for highs Saturday. Along with that lows will be in the mid 30’s overnight Friday and drop to mid 20’s Saturday night. Sunday and Monday highs should only reach the mid 30’s. We are keeping precipitation chances on the board through the weekend and into Monday, however how much and what kind, will greatly depend on how cold we get and how much moisture will be readily available. This is still 5-7 days out and we will be keeping you updated with the latest.
Have a great day!
Monday, January 08, 2007
Monday Night Update
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
It was a cold start to the day across the Big Country this morning with lows mainly in the low to mid 20s. With plenty of sunshine, a dry airmass, and southwesterly winds, we had no problem warming up into the upper 50s to mid 60s for highs.
A weak cold front should move through the area late tonight and early tomorrow. This will cause cooler temperatures for us Tuesday with highs in the mid to upper 50s. No rain is expected with this front.
We will likely return to above average temperatures Wednesday through Friday. Highs look to be in the mid to upper 60s. Windy conditions should be in the area Wednesday and Thursday. Moisture will return Thursday and Friday. There is a slight chance of rain Thursday night and a 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms Friday.
A cold front is expected to move through the Big Country early Saturday. This front will have arctic air behind it so cold temperatures are very likely this weekend and early next week. On Saturday, highs look to be in the mid to upper 40s and that will occur early in the day. It is possible that we may not get out of the low 30s for highs on Sunday and Monday. We have a 30% chance of rain on Saturday which could change to freezing rain, sleet, or maybe even snow Saturday night. There is a 20% chance of freezing rain, sleet, or snow Sunday and Monday due to some upper level disturbances moving through the area. It is still too early to tell exactly what we will see. The winter weather possibility is still 5 to 7 days away and a lot can happen between now and then. It is something that we are keeping a close eye on and will continue to keep you updated throughout the week.
Have a terrific Tuesday!
It was a cold start to the day across the Big Country this morning with lows mainly in the low to mid 20s. With plenty of sunshine, a dry airmass, and southwesterly winds, we had no problem warming up into the upper 50s to mid 60s for highs.
A weak cold front should move through the area late tonight and early tomorrow. This will cause cooler temperatures for us Tuesday with highs in the mid to upper 50s. No rain is expected with this front.
We will likely return to above average temperatures Wednesday through Friday. Highs look to be in the mid to upper 60s. Windy conditions should be in the area Wednesday and Thursday. Moisture will return Thursday and Friday. There is a slight chance of rain Thursday night and a 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms Friday.
A cold front is expected to move through the Big Country early Saturday. This front will have arctic air behind it so cold temperatures are very likely this weekend and early next week. On Saturday, highs look to be in the mid to upper 40s and that will occur early in the day. It is possible that we may not get out of the low 30s for highs on Sunday and Monday. We have a 30% chance of rain on Saturday which could change to freezing rain, sleet, or maybe even snow Saturday night. There is a 20% chance of freezing rain, sleet, or snow Sunday and Monday due to some upper level disturbances moving through the area. It is still too early to tell exactly what we will see. The winter weather possibility is still 5 to 7 days away and a lot can happen between now and then. It is something that we are keeping a close eye on and will continue to keep you updated throughout the week.
Have a terrific Tuesday!
Warm week, but Cold Weekend
Good Morning from Morning Meteorologist Kristen Connolly….
After a chilly Saturday with temperatures not hitting 50, yesterday turned out to be sunny with temperatures reaching in the mid 50’s. Today the sunshine will be out in full swing along with some breezy conditions with winds gusting up to 25 mph. A week cold front will push through tonight not bringing much in temperature drop but more of a wind shift. Overnight lows will reach into the low 30’s
Tomorrow a carbon copy day will be in place and even until Wednesday the sun will be shining. However overnight lows into Thursday will stay warm, into the upper 40’s. We are brining back some moisture Thursday which will bring in the clouds with temperatures in the mid 60’s.
Rain chances are beginning by weekend with temperatures staying in the mid 60’s Friday and overnight lows in the lower 40’s. Saturday an artic front should be moving through bringing with it big changes. Temperatures will drastically cool with highs in the mid 40’s Saturday and overnight lows in the mid 20’s. Sunday we are looking at highs only in the lower 30’s. We are watching this system closely as rain chances are on the board, and with the temperatures we could see a wintry mix or snow possible.
Have a great start to the week.
After a chilly Saturday with temperatures not hitting 50, yesterday turned out to be sunny with temperatures reaching in the mid 50’s. Today the sunshine will be out in full swing along with some breezy conditions with winds gusting up to 25 mph. A week cold front will push through tonight not bringing much in temperature drop but more of a wind shift. Overnight lows will reach into the low 30’s
Tomorrow a carbon copy day will be in place and even until Wednesday the sun will be shining. However overnight lows into Thursday will stay warm, into the upper 40’s. We are brining back some moisture Thursday which will bring in the clouds with temperatures in the mid 60’s.
Rain chances are beginning by weekend with temperatures staying in the mid 60’s Friday and overnight lows in the lower 40’s. Saturday an artic front should be moving through bringing with it big changes. Temperatures will drastically cool with highs in the mid 40’s Saturday and overnight lows in the mid 20’s. Sunday we are looking at highs only in the lower 30’s. We are watching this system closely as rain chances are on the board, and with the temperatures we could see a wintry mix or snow possible.
Have a great start to the week.
Saturday, January 06, 2007
Roller Coaster Ride Of Temperatures Expected
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
What a difference a day makes! After having high temperatures in the 70s yesterday, most of the Big Country didn't even make it out of the 40s today.
Skies remained cloudy throughout most of the day.
We should see another cold front move through the area early tomorrow. No rain is expected with it as skies will likely be mostly sunny. Highs on Sunday look to be in the mid 50s. Windy conditions are expected with winds from the north-northwest at 15 to 2o mph and even higher gusts.
A return to above average temperatures is likely on Monday. Skies should be mostly sunny with highs in the low 60s.
Another cold front will likely move through area on Tuesday. No rain is expected as skies should remain mostly sunny. Highs look to be in the mid 50s.
Mild temperatures will return Wednesday through Friday. Highs should be in the 60s for the second half of the work week. With moisture likely to begin returning to the area on Thursday, partly cloudy skies should be back in the area that day and Friday. There is a 20% chance of rain late Friday.
The reason for that chance of rain is due to the arrival of yet another cold front. This front is expected to bring arctic air to the area on Saturday. It looks like we will see highs in the upper 40s. That may occur early in the morning as temperatures could fall throughout the day. If temperatures fall to freezing and precipitation is around, things could get very interesting. This scenario is seven days away and a lot could change between now and then. It is something that we will be keeping a close eye on this week.
Have a spectacular Sunday!
What a difference a day makes! After having high temperatures in the 70s yesterday, most of the Big Country didn't even make it out of the 40s today.
Skies remained cloudy throughout most of the day.
We should see another cold front move through the area early tomorrow. No rain is expected with it as skies will likely be mostly sunny. Highs on Sunday look to be in the mid 50s. Windy conditions are expected with winds from the north-northwest at 15 to 2o mph and even higher gusts.
A return to above average temperatures is likely on Monday. Skies should be mostly sunny with highs in the low 60s.
Another cold front will likely move through area on Tuesday. No rain is expected as skies should remain mostly sunny. Highs look to be in the mid 50s.
Mild temperatures will return Wednesday through Friday. Highs should be in the 60s for the second half of the work week. With moisture likely to begin returning to the area on Thursday, partly cloudy skies should be back in the area that day and Friday. There is a 20% chance of rain late Friday.
The reason for that chance of rain is due to the arrival of yet another cold front. This front is expected to bring arctic air to the area on Saturday. It looks like we will see highs in the upper 40s. That may occur early in the morning as temperatures could fall throughout the day. If temperatures fall to freezing and precipitation is around, things could get very interesting. This scenario is seven days away and a lot could change between now and then. It is something that we will be keeping a close eye on this week.
Have a spectacular Sunday!
Friday, January 05, 2007
Much Colder Temperatures This Weekend
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
We had a beautiful day across the Big Country. Highs were in the low to mid 70s which is well above average for this time of year.
Changes in our weather are occurring as I write this. A cold front is moving through the viewing area this evening. This will cause much colder temperatures for us tomorrow. Highs should only make it into the mid to upper 40s. That is about 25 degrees cooler than what we experienced today. Skies should be mostly cloudy with a bit of a breeze on Saturday. There is a slight chance of an isolated shower or sprinkle tomorrow as well.
We will likely see a warming trend beginning Sunday and lasting through much of next week. Highs should range from the mid 50s to mid 60s. Chances for rain do not look good during that time period with only a slight chance on Friday.
Some of the computer models are showing arctic air moving back into the country late next week. There are some indications that this air may be very close to us by the second half of next weekend. This scenario is still about ten days away. We will be keeping an eye on this and letting you know about it throughout the coming days.
Have a super Saturday!
We had a beautiful day across the Big Country. Highs were in the low to mid 70s which is well above average for this time of year.
Changes in our weather are occurring as I write this. A cold front is moving through the viewing area this evening. This will cause much colder temperatures for us tomorrow. Highs should only make it into the mid to upper 40s. That is about 25 degrees cooler than what we experienced today. Skies should be mostly cloudy with a bit of a breeze on Saturday. There is a slight chance of an isolated shower or sprinkle tomorrow as well.
We will likely see a warming trend beginning Sunday and lasting through much of next week. Highs should range from the mid 50s to mid 60s. Chances for rain do not look good during that time period with only a slight chance on Friday.
Some of the computer models are showing arctic air moving back into the country late next week. There are some indications that this air may be very close to us by the second half of next weekend. This scenario is still about ten days away. We will be keeping an eye on this and letting you know about it throughout the coming days.
Have a super Saturday!
Friday Morning Forecast!
Good Morning from Morning Meteorologist Kristen Connolly….
The sunshine returned yesterday after a bit of fog early on. Temperatures rebounded into the 60’s making a high of 62. Overnight stayed mild as well, reaching lower 40’s. Today the sunshine along with stronger southwesterly winds will make our temperatures inch closer towards record highs. Temperatures will hit in the lower 70’s today with a bit of a breeze. Overnight we will make it down to the mid 30’s with clouds increasing as a front will be pushing through the Big Country sometime in the late evening towards early morning. Although we will see the clouds associated with this system the rain chances aren’t looking probable maybe a little drizzle.
Temperatures will be much cooler Saturday with upper 40’s during the day and into the overnight we will see lower 30’s. Sunday we will return to normal temperatures with mid 50’s and lows in the lower 30’s as the sunshine comes back.
The work week next week will be beautiful with plenty of sunshine and temperatures around 60 degrees and with mid 30’s for lows.
Have a great weekend!
The sunshine returned yesterday after a bit of fog early on. Temperatures rebounded into the 60’s making a high of 62. Overnight stayed mild as well, reaching lower 40’s. Today the sunshine along with stronger southwesterly winds will make our temperatures inch closer towards record highs. Temperatures will hit in the lower 70’s today with a bit of a breeze. Overnight we will make it down to the mid 30’s with clouds increasing as a front will be pushing through the Big Country sometime in the late evening towards early morning. Although we will see the clouds associated with this system the rain chances aren’t looking probable maybe a little drizzle.
Temperatures will be much cooler Saturday with upper 40’s during the day and into the overnight we will see lower 30’s. Sunday we will return to normal temperatures with mid 50’s and lows in the lower 30’s as the sunshine comes back.
The work week next week will be beautiful with plenty of sunshine and temperatures around 60 degrees and with mid 30’s for lows.
Have a great weekend!
Thursday, January 04, 2007
Thursday Night Update
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
We said goodbye to the clouds and rain here in the Big Country this morning. There was plenty of sunshine this afternoon that helped us reach the low 60s for highs today.
The warming trend will continue tomorrow. With mostly sunny skies and breezy southwest winds, we should have no problem reaching the low 70s for highs.
A cold front late Friday night into early Saturday morning will bring much colder temperatures to the area for the first half of the weekend. It looks like we will only reach the mid 40s for highs on Saturday under mostly cloudy skies. There is a slight chance of rain during the afternoon and evening hours.
We should experience a gradual warming trend beginning Sunday and lasting through much of the next work week. Highs look to range from the mid 50s for the second half of the weekend to the mid 60s by Wednesday.
Have a fantastic Friday!
We said goodbye to the clouds and rain here in the Big Country this morning. There was plenty of sunshine this afternoon that helped us reach the low 60s for highs today.
The warming trend will continue tomorrow. With mostly sunny skies and breezy southwest winds, we should have no problem reaching the low 70s for highs.
A cold front late Friday night into early Saturday morning will bring much colder temperatures to the area for the first half of the weekend. It looks like we will only reach the mid 40s for highs on Saturday under mostly cloudy skies. There is a slight chance of rain during the afternoon and evening hours.
We should experience a gradual warming trend beginning Sunday and lasting through much of the next work week. Highs look to range from the mid 50s for the second half of the weekend to the mid 60s by Wednesday.
Have a fantastic Friday!
Thursday Morning Update
Good Morning from Morning Meteorologist Kristen Connolly…
The rain was a welcomed start to our 2007 year. Getting .12 inches helped us almost get our rain deficit back to normal with .01 in the category still. Temperatures were chilly yesterday with all the cloud cover and rain we made it up to a high of 51. This morning you could see fog out there on your morning commute to work however it will break in the early morning hours. We will see the clouds decreasing and the sun will be back in full swing by the afternoon. Temperatures will be above average reaching in the lower 60’s. Overnight will be clear skies with temperatures dropping to lower 40’s.
Friday will be a gorgeous day and a great start to the weekend with the sunshine helping to hit temperatures near 70 degrees. A cold front will push through the Big Country that even making Saturday partly cloudy with temperatures only in the upper 40’s.
Sunday through Wednesday we will see plenty of sunshine with temperatures in the upper 50’s to lower 60’s.
Have a great Thursday!
The rain was a welcomed start to our 2007 year. Getting .12 inches helped us almost get our rain deficit back to normal with .01 in the category still. Temperatures were chilly yesterday with all the cloud cover and rain we made it up to a high of 51. This morning you could see fog out there on your morning commute to work however it will break in the early morning hours. We will see the clouds decreasing and the sun will be back in full swing by the afternoon. Temperatures will be above average reaching in the lower 60’s. Overnight will be clear skies with temperatures dropping to lower 40’s.
Friday will be a gorgeous day and a great start to the weekend with the sunshine helping to hit temperatures near 70 degrees. A cold front will push through the Big Country that even making Saturday partly cloudy with temperatures only in the upper 40’s.
Sunday through Wednesday we will see plenty of sunshine with temperatures in the upper 50’s to lower 60’s.
Have a great Thursday!
Wednesday, January 03, 2007
Monday Night Update
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
We had cool temperatures across the Big Country today thanks to cloudy skies as well as some rain. Showers and even a few thunderstorms have moved across the area off and on since this morning. The bulk of the activity has been south of the Interstate 20 corridor.
The upper level low that has sent disturbances our direction will continue to move east across northern Mexico and through south Texas tonight and tomorrow. Our chance for rain should end from west to east across the viewing area during the morning hours Thursday. Skies should clear enough tomorrow afternoon to allow some sunshine. This means high temperatures will be warmer tomorrow. We should reach the low 60s.
Friday looks to be our warmest day of the next seven as highs will likely be in the upper 60s to low 70s. The reasons for the well above average temperatures will be a mostly sunny sky and southwesterly winds.
The warm-up is short-lived as a cold front is expected to move through the area early Saturday. We will have chilly temperatures with highs in the mid 40s. There is a 20% chance for rain during the afternoon and evening hours.
We look to dry things out and gradually warm back up Sunday through Wednesday. Highs should range from the mid 50s for the second half of the weekend to the mid 60s by the middle of the next work week.
Have a terrific Thursday!
We had cool temperatures across the Big Country today thanks to cloudy skies as well as some rain. Showers and even a few thunderstorms have moved across the area off and on since this morning. The bulk of the activity has been south of the Interstate 20 corridor.
The upper level low that has sent disturbances our direction will continue to move east across northern Mexico and through south Texas tonight and tomorrow. Our chance for rain should end from west to east across the viewing area during the morning hours Thursday. Skies should clear enough tomorrow afternoon to allow some sunshine. This means high temperatures will be warmer tomorrow. We should reach the low 60s.
Friday looks to be our warmest day of the next seven as highs will likely be in the upper 60s to low 70s. The reasons for the well above average temperatures will be a mostly sunny sky and southwesterly winds.
The warm-up is short-lived as a cold front is expected to move through the area early Saturday. We will have chilly temperatures with highs in the mid 40s. There is a 20% chance for rain during the afternoon and evening hours.
We look to dry things out and gradually warm back up Sunday through Wednesday. Highs should range from the mid 50s for the second half of the weekend to the mid 60s by the middle of the next work week.
Have a terrific Thursday!
Rain in the Big Country
Good Morning from Morning Meteorologist Kristen Connolly…..
Showers and a bit of a wintry mix starting to make its way into the Big Country moving at a northeasterly direction. These showers will be continuing into today and early morning hours tomorrow. Our temperatures are warmer than yesterday however still staying cool in the mid 30’s to lower 40’s this morning.
Today the scattered showers will continue with the temperatures reaching in the lower 50’s like the last few days. Overnight we will keep the temperatures around 40 degrees with an isolated Thunderstorm and scattered showers. By tomorrow early afternoon we should decrease the cloud cover and see the sun peaking through. Temperatures tomorrow will be increasing to around 60 degrees.
Friday spring returns early for a day and will be a beautiful start to the weekend with temperatures getting close to 70 degrees and plenty of sunshine. That night we will be pushing through a cold front this will help us to bring in some much cooler air. We are seeing a little moisture available keeping a slight chance for a shower. By Sunday the sun will return and beginning of the work week is looking like dry conditions with temperatures in the high 50’s and lows in the mid 30’s.
Have a great day!
Showers and a bit of a wintry mix starting to make its way into the Big Country moving at a northeasterly direction. These showers will be continuing into today and early morning hours tomorrow. Our temperatures are warmer than yesterday however still staying cool in the mid 30’s to lower 40’s this morning.
Today the scattered showers will continue with the temperatures reaching in the lower 50’s like the last few days. Overnight we will keep the temperatures around 40 degrees with an isolated Thunderstorm and scattered showers. By tomorrow early afternoon we should decrease the cloud cover and see the sun peaking through. Temperatures tomorrow will be increasing to around 60 degrees.
Friday spring returns early for a day and will be a beautiful start to the weekend with temperatures getting close to 70 degrees and plenty of sunshine. That night we will be pushing through a cold front this will help us to bring in some much cooler air. We are seeing a little moisture available keeping a slight chance for a shower. By Sunday the sun will return and beginning of the work week is looking like dry conditions with temperatures in the high 50’s and lows in the mid 30’s.
Have a great day!
Tuesday, January 02, 2007
Tuesday Update
From Meteorologist Kristen Connolly….
We have begun to see the effects of an upper level low and clouds have pushed into the area. Temperatures today have stayed mild into the lower 50’s with the clouds taking over the sunshine we have seen the last few days. Overnight the clouds will help us to keep the temperatures in the mid 30’s.
Tomorrow the rain chances will begin; with this system the best chance is towards our southern counties where moisture will be prevalent. And the best timing for rainfall will be into the overnight Wednesday night. Temperatures tomorrow will stay once again in the lower 50’s however overnight we will be able to keep temperatures just around 40.
Thursday we could see a lingering shower in the morning hours however we should begin to decrease the clouds throughout the day. By Thursday night we will see mostly clear skies with temperatures in the upper 30’s. Friday will be a beautiful day with the sunshine back in full swing and temperatures getting close to 70 degrees. Things will cool down for the weekend with a cold front pushing its way through the Big Country that night cooling temps back to the 50’s for the weekend. This front will also bring us rain chances Saturday.
Sunday through the beginning of next week we will see sunny skies with temperatures a few degrees above average- upper 50’s with lows in the mid 30’s.
Have a great evening!
We have begun to see the effects of an upper level low and clouds have pushed into the area. Temperatures today have stayed mild into the lower 50’s with the clouds taking over the sunshine we have seen the last few days. Overnight the clouds will help us to keep the temperatures in the mid 30’s.
Tomorrow the rain chances will begin; with this system the best chance is towards our southern counties where moisture will be prevalent. And the best timing for rainfall will be into the overnight Wednesday night. Temperatures tomorrow will stay once again in the lower 50’s however overnight we will be able to keep temperatures just around 40.
Thursday we could see a lingering shower in the morning hours however we should begin to decrease the clouds throughout the day. By Thursday night we will see mostly clear skies with temperatures in the upper 30’s. Friday will be a beautiful day with the sunshine back in full swing and temperatures getting close to 70 degrees. Things will cool down for the weekend with a cold front pushing its way through the Big Country that night cooling temps back to the 50’s for the weekend. This front will also bring us rain chances Saturday.
Sunday through the beginning of next week we will see sunny skies with temperatures a few degrees above average- upper 50’s with lows in the mid 30’s.
Have a great evening!
Monday, January 01, 2007
New Years Day Forecast
Good Evening from Meteorologist Kristen Connolly . . .
The 2007 year started with plenty of sunshine, however temperatures stayed chilly durning the day once again. Overnight again we will be cold reaching the upper 20’s with another starry night. Tomorrow we will start out Mostly Sunny but should begin to increase the clouds with our next Low pressure system approaching. Temperatures will again stay in the lower 50’s.
Wednesday we will see Mostly Cloudy skies with a chance for a shower. The best timing for the showers will be into the overnight into Thursday with the chance of showers continuing Thursday as well. Temperatures on Wednesday will be in the upper 40’s and Thursday in the upper 50’s.
Friday will be a warm day with temperatures getting close to 70 with a cold front rolling through that evening we will start the weekend in the lower 50’s with overnight lows in the lower 30’s.
Have a Happy New Year!!
The 2007 year started with plenty of sunshine, however temperatures stayed chilly durning the day once again. Overnight again we will be cold reaching the upper 20’s with another starry night. Tomorrow we will start out Mostly Sunny but should begin to increase the clouds with our next Low pressure system approaching. Temperatures will again stay in the lower 50’s.
Wednesday we will see Mostly Cloudy skies with a chance for a shower. The best timing for the showers will be into the overnight into Thursday with the chance of showers continuing Thursday as well. Temperatures on Wednesday will be in the upper 40’s and Thursday in the upper 50’s.
Friday will be a warm day with temperatures getting close to 70 with a cold front rolling through that evening we will start the weekend in the lower 50’s with overnight lows in the lower 30’s.
Have a Happy New Year!!
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