From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
The heat continued for us today with the center of the upper level high pressure ridge to our northeast in southern Oklahoma and north Texas. Highs in the Big Country were mainly in the mid to upper 90s with Brownwood reaching 100 this afternoon.
We will continue to see hot and dry conditions over the next couple of days due to the ridge remaining close to the region. Highs should be in the mid to upper 90s with a few locations possibly reaching 100 tomorrow.
Changes are on the way as we head into Thursday and Friday. There is a tropical disturbance currently sitting between Cuba and the Yucatan Pennisula. It is expected to make its way northwestward towards Texas and could be along the coast as early as Wednesday. Conditions are becoming favorable for the system to develop into a tropical disturbance over the next day or two. As of now the path of this system should be over south Texas, however, we could see some showers and thunderstorms in our area late Thursday through early Saturday because of it. Our best chance for rain looks to be on Friday at 30%. Highs during this time period will be in the low 90s, but it could be cooler depending on the amount of cloud cover and rain that we receive.
Sunday and next Monday are expected to be dry with highs in the low to mid 90s.
The tropics are definitely becoming active. We are also keeping an eye on tropical depression 4 that is in the Atlantic Ocean right now. It is expected to strengthen into a tropical storm over the next couple of days. The depression is currently located about 1780 miles east of the Lesser Antilles so it way out there for now. We have plenty of time to watch its movement over the coming week.
Have a terrific Tuesday!
Monday, August 13, 2007
Monday Morning Forecast
Good Morning from Morning Meteorologist Kristen Connolly…
The sunshine was out all weekend and will only continue again for the next couple days. We have seen a clear night which was perfect weather for viewing the meteor shower.
Upper level high pressure is still the main player in our weather. It is currently sitting over northern Texas/southern Oklahoma. Today we will see temperatures just around average with mid 90’s to even a few 100’s topping off by the afternoon.
Through the week we will continue to see mostly sunny skies. By the end of the week some gulf moisture could return helping to build the clouds with a partly cloudy sky into the weekend. Rain chances look slim for the Big Country but south of I 10 the chance increases with a wave pushing in from the ocean. We will keep an eye on it and see if it could impact us by the end of the week.
Highs will stay in the mid 90’s with lows in the lower 70’s.
Have a great day!
The sunshine was out all weekend and will only continue again for the next couple days. We have seen a clear night which was perfect weather for viewing the meteor shower.
Upper level high pressure is still the main player in our weather. It is currently sitting over northern Texas/southern Oklahoma. Today we will see temperatures just around average with mid 90’s to even a few 100’s topping off by the afternoon.
Through the week we will continue to see mostly sunny skies. By the end of the week some gulf moisture could return helping to build the clouds with a partly cloudy sky into the weekend. Rain chances look slim for the Big Country but south of I 10 the chance increases with a wave pushing in from the ocean. We will keep an eye on it and see if it could impact us by the end of the week.
Highs will stay in the mid 90’s with lows in the lower 70’s.
Have a great day!
Saturday, August 11, 2007
Saturday Afternoon Update
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
It was a typical August day for us today as highs were in the mid to upper 90s across the area. Slightly humid to humid conditions continued across the area with dewpoints ranging in the low 60s to low 70s.
An upper level high pressure ridge is currently centered over the southern plains. It is expected to remain there tomorrow and much of next week. This will keep us hot and dry for at least the next seven days. Highs should be in the mid to upper 90s. Some locations may reach 100 or better through the middle of next week.
On a side note, we will be able to see one of our annual meteor showers this weekend. The Perseids are expected to peak late Sunday night into early Monday morning. The best time to see them will be from 11:00 p.m. to just before dawn. 40 to 60 meteors per hour are expected during that time period. Viewing should be good for us because we are in a new moon phase and skies will be mostly clear. If you would like to see them, you will need to get away from city lights and look eastward in the sky.
Have a spectacular Sunday!
It was a typical August day for us today as highs were in the mid to upper 90s across the area. Slightly humid to humid conditions continued across the area with dewpoints ranging in the low 60s to low 70s.
An upper level high pressure ridge is currently centered over the southern plains. It is expected to remain there tomorrow and much of next week. This will keep us hot and dry for at least the next seven days. Highs should be in the mid to upper 90s. Some locations may reach 100 or better through the middle of next week.
On a side note, we will be able to see one of our annual meteor showers this weekend. The Perseids are expected to peak late Sunday night into early Monday morning. The best time to see them will be from 11:00 p.m. to just before dawn. 40 to 60 meteors per hour are expected during that time period. Viewing should be good for us because we are in a new moon phase and skies will be mostly clear. If you would like to see them, you will need to get away from city lights and look eastward in the sky.
Have a spectacular Sunday!
Friday, August 10, 2007
Hot Weekend On Tap For Us
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
The heat continued to be on for us today as highs were mainly in the low to mid 90s across the area. This is actually at and a few degrees below average for this time of year.
We should see our temperatures reach above average levels this weekend and next week. The center of the upper level high pressure ridge that has been in the southeastern part of the country for much of this week will set up shop in the southern plains Saturday through at least next Friday. This means hotter temperatures for our region. Highs look to be in the mid to upper 90s with some locations probably reaching the triple digits. Be careful if you are going to be out in the heat. Take the necessary precautions to protect yourself.
Have a super Saturday!
The heat continued to be on for us today as highs were mainly in the low to mid 90s across the area. This is actually at and a few degrees below average for this time of year.
We should see our temperatures reach above average levels this weekend and next week. The center of the upper level high pressure ridge that has been in the southeastern part of the country for much of this week will set up shop in the southern plains Saturday through at least next Friday. This means hotter temperatures for our region. Highs look to be in the mid to upper 90s with some locations probably reaching the triple digits. Be careful if you are going to be out in the heat. Take the necessary precautions to protect yourself.
Have a super Saturday!
Friday Morning Update
Good Morning from Morning Meteorologist Kristen Connolly…
Yesterday we had a little break- a break from the humidity that is. This helped with our heat indices. It means that it will not feel as sticky outside, and we should continue the less humid trend over the weekend.
Today the temperatures are starting off cooler with most of us sitting at 70 degrees. We also have dew points in the upper 50’s to low 60’s so it should be very comfortable on your morning jog. Through the day the temperatures will warm up to the upper 90’s. The good thing is with less humidity we won’t have to deal with the mugginess. The winds have also died down so the nice breeze will no longer help to cool us off.
Through the weekend the High pressure system will be sitting just to our North which will keep the continued sunshine. It will also keep us hot with most of us in the upper 90’s and even our northern counties seeing the first century mark of the season. Make sure to take all precautions for heat related illnesses.
Have a great weekend!
Yesterday we had a little break- a break from the humidity that is. This helped with our heat indices. It means that it will not feel as sticky outside, and we should continue the less humid trend over the weekend.
Today the temperatures are starting off cooler with most of us sitting at 70 degrees. We also have dew points in the upper 50’s to low 60’s so it should be very comfortable on your morning jog. Through the day the temperatures will warm up to the upper 90’s. The good thing is with less humidity we won’t have to deal with the mugginess. The winds have also died down so the nice breeze will no longer help to cool us off.
Through the weekend the High pressure system will be sitting just to our North which will keep the continued sunshine. It will also keep us hot with most of us in the upper 90’s and even our northern counties seeing the first century mark of the season. Make sure to take all precautions for heat related illnesses.
Have a great weekend!
Thursday, August 09, 2007
Thursday Afternoon Update
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
We experienced our hottest day of the year so far here in Abilene with the airport reporting a high of 95. The rest of the Big Country was in the mid to upper 90s. Our dewpoints were lower today so it wasn't nearly as humid as it was earlier this week.
The center of the upper level high pressure ridge which has been parked in the southeastern states the last couple of days will be shifting westward into our area this weekend. This means our temperatures should warm up even further than they already have. Highs for the rest of this week through early next week look to be in the upper 90s. Portions of the Big Country will likely reach the triple digits. Some of the communities with the best chance of reaching 100 before the end of the week include: Knox City, Aspermont, Haskell, Throckmorton and Brownwood. Be sure you are taking care of yourself in this heat.
Have a fantastic Friday!
We experienced our hottest day of the year so far here in Abilene with the airport reporting a high of 95. The rest of the Big Country was in the mid to upper 90s. Our dewpoints were lower today so it wasn't nearly as humid as it was earlier this week.
The center of the upper level high pressure ridge which has been parked in the southeastern states the last couple of days will be shifting westward into our area this weekend. This means our temperatures should warm up even further than they already have. Highs for the rest of this week through early next week look to be in the upper 90s. Portions of the Big Country will likely reach the triple digits. Some of the communities with the best chance of reaching 100 before the end of the week include: Knox City, Aspermont, Haskell, Throckmorton and Brownwood. Be sure you are taking care of yourself in this heat.
Have a fantastic Friday!
Good Morning from Morning Meteorologist Kristen Connolly …
Some clouds held on yesterday morning into early afternoon helping to keep our temperatures a couple degrees cooler but it was still hot. The breeze has also helped give a little relief however we are going to have to give that up after today.
This morning temperatures are starting off the in mid 70’s with muggy conditions. Through the day high pressure will still be the big factor with plenty of sunshine. We still could get a nice breeze which has helped during the afternoon when the heat indices get into the upper 90’s to low 100’s.
As the weekend approaches so does the high- this will only mean warmer temperatures with some of us seeing our first triple digit day. Make sure you are taking precautions because of the heat.
Have a great Thursday!
Some clouds held on yesterday morning into early afternoon helping to keep our temperatures a couple degrees cooler but it was still hot. The breeze has also helped give a little relief however we are going to have to give that up after today.
This morning temperatures are starting off the in mid 70’s with muggy conditions. Through the day high pressure will still be the big factor with plenty of sunshine. We still could get a nice breeze which has helped during the afternoon when the heat indices get into the upper 90’s to low 100’s.
As the weekend approaches so does the high- this will only mean warmer temperatures with some of us seeing our first triple digit day. Make sure you are taking precautions because of the heat.
Have a great Thursday!
Wednesday, August 08, 2007
The Heat Is Still On
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
Hot, humid and breezy conditions continued for the Big Country today. Highs were in the 90s. Heat index values were once again in the upper 90s to around 105.
The upper level high pressure ridge that is centered over the southeastern part of the country right now is still expected to move westward beginning tomorrow. It should be right on top of us by Saturday. This is when we will experience our hottest temperatures of the week. Highs are expected to be in the mid to upper 90s tomorrow through next Wednesday. It is possible for some parts of the area to reach the triple digits Saturday through Monday. Be sure you are not only taking care of yourself in this heat, but keep an eye on your pets as well. Dry conditions are likely for at least the next seven days.
Have a terrific Thursday!
Hot, humid and breezy conditions continued for the Big Country today. Highs were in the 90s. Heat index values were once again in the upper 90s to around 105.
The upper level high pressure ridge that is centered over the southeastern part of the country right now is still expected to move westward beginning tomorrow. It should be right on top of us by Saturday. This is when we will experience our hottest temperatures of the week. Highs are expected to be in the mid to upper 90s tomorrow through next Wednesday. It is possible for some parts of the area to reach the triple digits Saturday through Monday. Be sure you are not only taking care of yourself in this heat, but keep an eye on your pets as well. Dry conditions are likely for at least the next seven days.
Have a terrific Thursday!
Wednesday the Heat Continues
Good Morning from Morning Meteorologist Kristen Connolly…
Summer took a break for a while this year but she has returned and returned in full force. We still have yet to reach 95 degree day but the afternoons are still scorching with the sun in full swing, high humidity and even a nice breeze. Clear skies have dominated the overnight with the stars lighting up the sky.
Today the upper level High pressure system is still sitting over the Gulf States causing extensive heat to many across the US. With a high pressure system we see sinking air and across the southeast you can barely buy a cloud. The heat is causing a lot of problems ( 22 states yesterday had heat watches or warnings) which proves how careful you need to be- stay hydrated, limit the activity during peak hours and of course wear sunscreen if you are outdoors.
We will continue to see the sunshine for the next several days with highs even rising a few degrees into the weekend. This high will begin its track towards our area and with that center closer we will warm up even more. Highs today will be in the mid 90’s with upper 90’s by the weekend. Overnights will continue to be clear with temperatures in the mid 70’s.
Again, although the thermometer may read one temperature factoring in the humidity makes it feel 5-10 degrees warmer. By the weekend we may see a decrease in the humidity which will help us to drop the high heat indices however the temperatures will still make it H-O-T.
Have a great day!
Summer took a break for a while this year but she has returned and returned in full force. We still have yet to reach 95 degree day but the afternoons are still scorching with the sun in full swing, high humidity and even a nice breeze. Clear skies have dominated the overnight with the stars lighting up the sky.
Today the upper level High pressure system is still sitting over the Gulf States causing extensive heat to many across the US. With a high pressure system we see sinking air and across the southeast you can barely buy a cloud. The heat is causing a lot of problems ( 22 states yesterday had heat watches or warnings) which proves how careful you need to be- stay hydrated, limit the activity during peak hours and of course wear sunscreen if you are outdoors.
We will continue to see the sunshine for the next several days with highs even rising a few degrees into the weekend. This high will begin its track towards our area and with that center closer we will warm up even more. Highs today will be in the mid 90’s with upper 90’s by the weekend. Overnights will continue to be clear with temperatures in the mid 70’s.
Again, although the thermometer may read one temperature factoring in the humidity makes it feel 5-10 degrees warmer. By the weekend we may see a decrease in the humidity which will help us to drop the high heat indices however the temperatures will still make it H-O-T.
Have a great day!
Tuesday, August 07, 2007
Tuesday Afternoon Update
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
The summer heat continued for us today. Highs this afternoon were mainly in the mid to upper 90s. It was another humid day so heat index values, what it feels like, were in the upper 90s to around 105.
We should see the sizzling heat remain for a while. A high pressure ridge is currently centered over the southeastern part of the country. It is expected to shift westward and be just north of us Friday through Sunday. This is when we will likely see our hottest temperatures of the week. By early next week, the center should be shifting back into the southwestern U.S. Highs look to be in the mid to upper 90s tomorrow through next Tuesday. Portions of the viewing area could see their first 100 degree day of the year. The northern communities will have the best shot at reaching this mark because they will be closer to the high pressure center. Dry conditions are expected as well. Be sure to take care of yourself if you are going to be out in the heat.
Have a wonderful Wendesday!
The summer heat continued for us today. Highs this afternoon were mainly in the mid to upper 90s. It was another humid day so heat index values, what it feels like, were in the upper 90s to around 105.
We should see the sizzling heat remain for a while. A high pressure ridge is currently centered over the southeastern part of the country. It is expected to shift westward and be just north of us Friday through Sunday. This is when we will likely see our hottest temperatures of the week. By early next week, the center should be shifting back into the southwestern U.S. Highs look to be in the mid to upper 90s tomorrow through next Tuesday. Portions of the viewing area could see their first 100 degree day of the year. The northern communities will have the best shot at reaching this mark because they will be closer to the high pressure center. Dry conditions are expected as well. Be sure to take care of yourself if you are going to be out in the heat.
Have a wonderful Wendesday!
Tuesday Morning Forecast
Good Morning from the Morning Meteorologist Kristen Connolly…
Warm, humid and breezy those words described how we started our second week in August. Temperatures still stayed just a few degrees below average however if you were outside during the afternoon you would have not guessed they were. With the humidity factored in we saw heat indices reach the low 100's.
Today, we will again have that high parked just to our northeast right over the lower Mississippi Valley moving towards the gulf coast states. This has continued to bring us warm weather as well as much less cloud cover thanks to sinking air. Just to our west in the big bend rain still is possible as they are on the edge of the high where disturbances can rotate around along with monsoonal moisture. Temperatures should make it into the mid 90's with the real feel more like low 100's. We will still see the breeze which should help a bit with the heat gusting over 20 mph. Again if you need to be outdoors the best time would be early morning or late evening. Limit the activity during the peak hours of the day.
The high will move closer to the lone star state by the end of the week which will mean even warmer temperatures and continued sunshine. Enjoy the beautiful weather but please be precautious.
Have a great day!
Warm, humid and breezy those words described how we started our second week in August. Temperatures still stayed just a few degrees below average however if you were outside during the afternoon you would have not guessed they were. With the humidity factored in we saw heat indices reach the low 100's.
Today, we will again have that high parked just to our northeast right over the lower Mississippi Valley moving towards the gulf coast states. This has continued to bring us warm weather as well as much less cloud cover thanks to sinking air. Just to our west in the big bend rain still is possible as they are on the edge of the high where disturbances can rotate around along with monsoonal moisture. Temperatures should make it into the mid 90's with the real feel more like low 100's. We will still see the breeze which should help a bit with the heat gusting over 20 mph. Again if you need to be outdoors the best time would be early morning or late evening. Limit the activity during the peak hours of the day.
The high will move closer to the lone star state by the end of the week which will mean even warmer temperatures and continued sunshine. Enjoy the beautiful weather but please be precautious.
Have a great day!
Monday, August 06, 2007
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!
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!
Monday Morning Forecast
Good Morning from Morning Meteorologist Kristen Connolly…
We have finally said hello to summer as beautiful weather took hold across the Big Country for our first weekend in August.
We will continue to see plenty of sunshine over the next several days. With high pressure dominating in the southeastern United States we will see more sun, less clouds and around average temperatures. We still have abundant moisture from lots of rain over the past few weeks which will help heat indices to rise into the low 100’s. Although you might look at the thermometer reading mid 90’s its going to feel even warmer so be careful if you are outdoors for any length of time. Overnight we will see mid 70’s for lows.
Through the week the high may inch its way closer towards our area. We should see some of the moisture reduce which will help a bit with the humidity. Temperatures will stay in the 90’s however by the end of the week we could see them hit the upper digits.
Enjoy summer, but please be careful outdoors- drink plenty of water, and try and limit activities during the peak hours!
Have a good week!
We have finally said hello to summer as beautiful weather took hold across the Big Country for our first weekend in August.
We will continue to see plenty of sunshine over the next several days. With high pressure dominating in the southeastern United States we will see more sun, less clouds and around average temperatures. We still have abundant moisture from lots of rain over the past few weeks which will help heat indices to rise into the low 100’s. Although you might look at the thermometer reading mid 90’s its going to feel even warmer so be careful if you are outdoors for any length of time. Overnight we will see mid 70’s for lows.
Through the week the high may inch its way closer towards our area. We should see some of the moisture reduce which will help a bit with the humidity. Temperatures will stay in the 90’s however by the end of the week we could see them hit the upper digits.
Enjoy summer, but please be careful outdoors- drink plenty of water, and try and limit activities during the peak hours!
Have a good week!
Saturday, August 04, 2007
Hello Summer
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
For the first time all week, no showers or thunderstorms developed or moved into the area. An upper level high pressure ridge is beginning to build in the central and southern plains. Highs today were in the upper 80s to low 90s under partly to mostly cloudy skies.
The center of the high pressure ridge should shift into the southeast during the upcoming work week. We will still be affected by it since it is a large ridge. The pattern that is expected to prevail for us this week is one that we typically see during the summer. Temperatures should return to and a little above average for this time of year. Highs look to be in the low 90s for Sunday and warm up into the mid to upper 90s for next week. Even though temperatures shouldn't reach 100, it will feel like it when you factor in the humidity. Please remember to take it easy in the heat. Drink plenty of water. Dress in light colored, loose fitting clothing. Take breaks indoors in air conditioning or at least in the shade. With plenty of moisture in place, a stray shower or thunderstorm can't be completely ruled out. The chance though is less than slight.
Have a spectacular Sunday!
For the first time all week, no showers or thunderstorms developed or moved into the area. An upper level high pressure ridge is beginning to build in the central and southern plains. Highs today were in the upper 80s to low 90s under partly to mostly cloudy skies.
The center of the high pressure ridge should shift into the southeast during the upcoming work week. We will still be affected by it since it is a large ridge. The pattern that is expected to prevail for us this week is one that we typically see during the summer. Temperatures should return to and a little above average for this time of year. Highs look to be in the low 90s for Sunday and warm up into the mid to upper 90s for next week. Even though temperatures shouldn't reach 100, it will feel like it when you factor in the humidity. Please remember to take it easy in the heat. Drink plenty of water. Dress in light colored, loose fitting clothing. Take breaks indoors in air conditioning or at least in the shade. With plenty of moisture in place, a stray shower or thunderstorm can't be completely ruled out. The chance though is less than slight.
Have a spectacular Sunday!
Friday, August 03, 2007
Friday Afternoon Update
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
Showers and thunderstorms developed across the viewing area late this morning and into the afternoon. The coverage of the rain was not as widespread as yesterday and there haven't been any flooding problems with today's rain. Highs were mainly in the 80s except for Brownwood which reached the low 90s.
A shift in our weather pattern will begin this weekend. The upper level high pressure ridge which has been to our west much of this summer is expected to move into the central and southern plains Saturday and Sunday. The center of it should then move into the southeast for next week. The ridge is large enough that it looks to still be in control over our area. Temperatures will be on the increase and rain chances on the decrease because of this. Highs should be in the low to mid 90s. Rain chances will be less than slight. A stray shower or thunderstorm can't be completely ruled out due to amount of moisture that is expected to remain in place.
Have a super Saturday!
Showers and thunderstorms developed across the viewing area late this morning and into the afternoon. The coverage of the rain was not as widespread as yesterday and there haven't been any flooding problems with today's rain. Highs were mainly in the 80s except for Brownwood which reached the low 90s.
A shift in our weather pattern will begin this weekend. The upper level high pressure ridge which has been to our west much of this summer is expected to move into the central and southern plains Saturday and Sunday. The center of it should then move into the southeast for next week. The ridge is large enough that it looks to still be in control over our area. Temperatures will be on the increase and rain chances on the decrease because of this. Highs should be in the low to mid 90s. Rain chances will be less than slight. A stray shower or thunderstorm can't be completely ruled out due to amount of moisture that is expected to remain in place.
Have a super Saturday!
Friday Forecast
Good Morning from Morning Meteorologist Kristen Connolly…
It was a wet and soggy day yesterday across the Big Country. Rainfall amounts was anywhere from an inch to almost five inches in southern Taylor county. This caused flash flooding and road closures around the area. By the evening some sunshine was able to come out and relieve some of the flooding as we got a good break from the rain.
This morning just a few scattered showers are across the area. We are also seeing some fog this morning which could cause reduce visibilities on the morning commute.
Through the day we will see decreasing clouds and warmer temperatures in the upper 80’s. With plenty of moisture around we still will have to deal with the very humid conditions. The trough that played a big factor yesterday in the rain is pushing south which should help to limit our rain chances. Along with that we have the possibility of outflow boundaries and even a disturbance that could move through off the upper level low to our west. By the overnight the rain chances will decrease as we will see more lifting forces and loose the heating of the day.
Tomorrow through next week high pressure will push in and dominate. This means more sun and hot temperatures. Please careful if you will be outdoors for any length of time- stay hydrated!
Have a good weekend!
It was a wet and soggy day yesterday across the Big Country. Rainfall amounts was anywhere from an inch to almost five inches in southern Taylor county. This caused flash flooding and road closures around the area. By the evening some sunshine was able to come out and relieve some of the flooding as we got a good break from the rain.
This morning just a few scattered showers are across the area. We are also seeing some fog this morning which could cause reduce visibilities on the morning commute.
Through the day we will see decreasing clouds and warmer temperatures in the upper 80’s. With plenty of moisture around we still will have to deal with the very humid conditions. The trough that played a big factor yesterday in the rain is pushing south which should help to limit our rain chances. Along with that we have the possibility of outflow boundaries and even a disturbance that could move through off the upper level low to our west. By the overnight the rain chances will decrease as we will see more lifting forces and loose the heating of the day.
Tomorrow through next week high pressure will push in and dominate. This means more sun and hot temperatures. Please careful if you will be outdoors for any length of time- stay hydrated!
Have a good weekend!
Thursday, August 02, 2007
Thursday Evening Update
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
Flooding rains developed over the Big Country this morning and didn't dissapate until this afternoon. Fisher, Nolan, Jones, Taylor, Callahan, Shackelford and Stephens counties were all under Flash Flood Warnings earlier today. There was a wide range of rainfall reports across the area. Abilene Regional Airport received 0.91", Lawn 1.20", Sweetwater 2.06" and Potosi 5.00". A Flash Flood Watch is in effect for much of the area through tomorrow morning. The reason for our rain today was due to outflow boundaries and a surface trough moving over us at the same time.
For tomorrow, the trough should be moving south of the region. We could see some showers and thunderstorms develop in the morning before it leaves. We will also have to keep an eye on any outflow boundaries or upper level disturbances that move into the Big Country. These will be our lifting mechanisms for the moisture that remains in place. Daytime heating will supply our instability. Showers and thunderstorms could develop during the afternoon due to this third ingredient. Our chance for rain is 30% for Friday. Highs look to be in the mid to upper 80s.
There is a slight chance for isolated showers and thunderstorms on Saturday. Highs should be in the low 90s.
An upper level high pressure ridge will build into the central and southern plains during the second half of the weekend. It looks to move into the southeast next week. Highs are expected to be in the mid 90s Sunday through next Thursday. With moisture remaining in place, a stray shower or thunderstorm can't be ruled out during the afternoon and early evening. The chance though is less than slight.
Have a fantastic Friday!
Flooding rains developed over the Big Country this morning and didn't dissapate until this afternoon. Fisher, Nolan, Jones, Taylor, Callahan, Shackelford and Stephens counties were all under Flash Flood Warnings earlier today. There was a wide range of rainfall reports across the area. Abilene Regional Airport received 0.91", Lawn 1.20", Sweetwater 2.06" and Potosi 5.00". A Flash Flood Watch is in effect for much of the area through tomorrow morning. The reason for our rain today was due to outflow boundaries and a surface trough moving over us at the same time.
For tomorrow, the trough should be moving south of the region. We could see some showers and thunderstorms develop in the morning before it leaves. We will also have to keep an eye on any outflow boundaries or upper level disturbances that move into the Big Country. These will be our lifting mechanisms for the moisture that remains in place. Daytime heating will supply our instability. Showers and thunderstorms could develop during the afternoon due to this third ingredient. Our chance for rain is 30% for Friday. Highs look to be in the mid to upper 80s.
There is a slight chance for isolated showers and thunderstorms on Saturday. Highs should be in the low 90s.
An upper level high pressure ridge will build into the central and southern plains during the second half of the weekend. It looks to move into the southeast next week. Highs are expected to be in the mid 90s Sunday through next Thursday. With moisture remaining in place, a stray shower or thunderstorm can't be ruled out during the afternoon and early evening. The chance though is less than slight.
Have a fantastic Friday!
Thursday Morning Update
Good Morning from Morning Meteorologist Kristen Connolly…
The start of August seemed to be a precursor of days to come. The sun was out in fun force through the afternoon helping to get our temperatures in the lower 90’s. But that sun only fueled the storms that began to pop by late afternoon. We say lots of showers and thunderstorms across the area through the evening with some of them producing heavy rainfall and causing flash flooding.
This morning we are seeing some scattered showers around the Big Country, with the heaviest activity staying in our eastern and southern counties. You may need that umbrella to get out to work, if not keep it handy.
Today, the clouds should hold on which will keep the temperatures only reaching the upper 80’s. However, you may have noticed it feels extremely muggy out, which makes the temperature feel from 5-10 degrees warmer. With plenty of moisture till around and a trough to the east, an upper level low to the west as well outflow boundaries from previous storms we have lots of lifting forces to help produce the rainfall.
By tomorrow the boundaries should weaken which will help to eliminate our chances for storms. We will drop the chances down to twenty percent and with that bump the temperatures back to upper 80’s to low 90’s.
By the weekend high pressure appears to take over which will mean we are saying hello to hot and humid temperatures through early next week.
Have a great day!
The start of August seemed to be a precursor of days to come. The sun was out in fun force through the afternoon helping to get our temperatures in the lower 90’s. But that sun only fueled the storms that began to pop by late afternoon. We say lots of showers and thunderstorms across the area through the evening with some of them producing heavy rainfall and causing flash flooding.
This morning we are seeing some scattered showers around the Big Country, with the heaviest activity staying in our eastern and southern counties. You may need that umbrella to get out to work, if not keep it handy.
Today, the clouds should hold on which will keep the temperatures only reaching the upper 80’s. However, you may have noticed it feels extremely muggy out, which makes the temperature feel from 5-10 degrees warmer. With plenty of moisture till around and a trough to the east, an upper level low to the west as well outflow boundaries from previous storms we have lots of lifting forces to help produce the rainfall.
By tomorrow the boundaries should weaken which will help to eliminate our chances for storms. We will drop the chances down to twenty percent and with that bump the temperatures back to upper 80’s to low 90’s.
By the weekend high pressure appears to take over which will mean we are saying hello to hot and humid temperatures through early next week.
Have a great day!
Wednesday, August 01, 2007
Wednesday Afternoon Update
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
We had warmer temperatures across the area today thanks to less rain coverage and not as much cloud cover as previous days. Highs this afternoon ranged from the upper 80s in Sweetwater to the upper 90s in Brownwood. The majority of the rain today was in the western portions of the viewing area.
Tomorrow should be cooler and wetter. A surface low pressure trough is expected to slide southward into or near our area. This will lift the moisture we have in place and cause showers and thunderstorms to develop. They will likely happen during the late morning through early evening when our instability is greatest due to daytime heating. We could also see an upper level disturbance as well as outflow boundaries in the area. Our chance for rain is 50%. Highs should be in the mid to upper 80s under mostly cloudy skies.
We may see the same situation again on Friday, but the lifting mechanisms look to be weaker or not as close to the area. The chance for precipitation will decrease to 30%. Highs are expected to be in the upper 80s to low 90s.
Isolated showers and thunderstorms are still possible on Saturday. The chance is only 20% though. Highs should be in the low 90s.
An upper level high pressure ridge is still expected to build into the central and southern plains by the second half of the weekend. It should hang around through at least the first half of next week. This will cause our temperatures to get back around and possibly above seasonal averages. Highs look to be back in the mid to upper 90s by Monday. An isolated shower or thunderstorm can't be completely ruled out, but the chance is less than slight.
Have a terrific Thursday!
We had warmer temperatures across the area today thanks to less rain coverage and not as much cloud cover as previous days. Highs this afternoon ranged from the upper 80s in Sweetwater to the upper 90s in Brownwood. The majority of the rain today was in the western portions of the viewing area.
Tomorrow should be cooler and wetter. A surface low pressure trough is expected to slide southward into or near our area. This will lift the moisture we have in place and cause showers and thunderstorms to develop. They will likely happen during the late morning through early evening when our instability is greatest due to daytime heating. We could also see an upper level disturbance as well as outflow boundaries in the area. Our chance for rain is 50%. Highs should be in the mid to upper 80s under mostly cloudy skies.
We may see the same situation again on Friday, but the lifting mechanisms look to be weaker or not as close to the area. The chance for precipitation will decrease to 30%. Highs are expected to be in the upper 80s to low 90s.
Isolated showers and thunderstorms are still possible on Saturday. The chance is only 20% though. Highs should be in the low 90s.
An upper level high pressure ridge is still expected to build into the central and southern plains by the second half of the weekend. It should hang around through at least the first half of next week. This will cause our temperatures to get back around and possibly above seasonal averages. Highs look to be back in the mid to upper 90s by Monday. An isolated shower or thunderstorm can't be completely ruled out, but the chance is less than slight.
Have a terrific Thursday!
Wednesday Morning Forecast
Good Morning from Morning Meteorologist Kristen Connolly…
August has officially arrived and although we may have a few rainy days to start it off, summer may finally come out in the next seven days.
To end July we picked up near half an inch at the Abilene Regional Airport making us end our first seven months almost a quarter of an inch above what we need for an entire year.
Today we are starting off in the lower 70’s with extremely muggy conditions outside. All that moisture will help us with our rain chances. Factor one you need for showers and thunderstorms, factor two is instability and we get that from the heating of the day. (If you have noticed over the past few days most the activity occurs from late morning to late evening.) The last is a lifting mechanism- we have an upper level low present in the Big Bend area that is can still toss disturbance our way. Along with the upper level low we still have a stationary front draped across the Lone Star state, although it may wash out soon we still could see some activity spark off it. Last but not least we can still see “mini cold fronts” called outflow boundaries which form from previous storms. If you are not seeing the rain you will feel the humidity. By the afternoon temperatures should reach the upper 80’s to low 90’s but heat indexes could be even 10 degrees warmer.
We will keep the rain chances in for the next couple days but by the weekend high pressure should build in which creates sinking air and should inhibit our rain chances through the long term. With lots more sunshine highs should get into the mid 90’s.
Have a great day!
August has officially arrived and although we may have a few rainy days to start it off, summer may finally come out in the next seven days.
To end July we picked up near half an inch at the Abilene Regional Airport making us end our first seven months almost a quarter of an inch above what we need for an entire year.
Today we are starting off in the lower 70’s with extremely muggy conditions outside. All that moisture will help us with our rain chances. Factor one you need for showers and thunderstorms, factor two is instability and we get that from the heating of the day. (If you have noticed over the past few days most the activity occurs from late morning to late evening.) The last is a lifting mechanism- we have an upper level low present in the Big Bend area that is can still toss disturbance our way. Along with the upper level low we still have a stationary front draped across the Lone Star state, although it may wash out soon we still could see some activity spark off it. Last but not least we can still see “mini cold fronts” called outflow boundaries which form from previous storms. If you are not seeing the rain you will feel the humidity. By the afternoon temperatures should reach the upper 80’s to low 90’s but heat indexes could be even 10 degrees warmer.
We will keep the rain chances in for the next couple days but by the weekend high pressure should build in which creates sinking air and should inhibit our rain chances through the long term. With lots more sunshine highs should get into the mid 90’s.
Have a great day!
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