From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
We started off with cold temperatures across the area this morning. In fact much of the viewing area was in the low 30s. There was some freezing rain and freezing drizzle during the morning hours, but that changed to just rain and drizzle as temperatures got above freezing this afternoon.
The main story tonight through mid-morning tomorrow will be fog. In fact, most of the viewing area (with the exception of Stonewall, Scurry and Mitchell counties) is under a Dense Fog Advisory until 9 a.m. Tuesday morning. This means that visibilities will be a quarter of a mile or less. Please take your time getting to your destination, use your low beam headlights and give yourself plenty of distance between you and the driver in front of you.
There is still a possibility of freezing rain and freezing drizzle across the northern portions of the viewing area overnight. Stonewall county is under a Freezing Rain Advisory until 6 a.m. This could cause some travel difficulties. Roads may be slippery so be careful.
Most of us will see temperatures in the mid 30s to mid 40s for lows tonight. There is a 60% chance of showers due to an upper level trough to our west moving closer to the area.
An upper level low in the center of the trough is expected to move further eastward and closer to us tomorrow. Showers and possibly a few thunderstorms are likely on Tuesday. The chance for rain is 60%. Highs look to be in the mid 40s to low 50s.
A cold front is expected to move through the area early tomorrow evening. This will bring colder temperatures to the area. We should see lows in the upper 20s to mid 30s tomorrow night. Precipitation will continue to be likely with the chance at 60%. It looks like we will see rain change to freezing rain, sleet and possibly snow in the areas that get to and below freezing. The southern portions of the viewing area may stay just above freezing which means the precipiation will remain all liquid.
For Wednesday, we could see temperatures remain at or just above freezing during the day according to the latest computer model information. This means our official highs may be set just after midnight. Temperatures would drop and then hold steady during the daylight hours. Highs look to be in the upper 30s to low 40s. If we are at freezing or below all day, then we will have a wintry mix all day. If we stay above freezing, it will just be a cold rain. The computer models have been back and forth on our frozen precipitation possibilities Tuesday night into Wednesday so things could change from what you are reading right now. This is a situation we are keeping a close eye on so stay tuned for the latest weather information.
For now, it looks like we will have dry conditions Thursday through next Monday. Highs are expected to be in the upper 40s to low 50s with lows in the 30s. However, there are some indications according to the latest computer models of freezing temperatures and precipitation late Friday into early Saturday. This is something that has just popped up in the latest computer model run so stay tuned. We may be adding the possibility of wintry precipitation in the forecast for Friday and Saturday as soon as tomorrow.
Have a terrific Tuesday!
Monday, December 10, 2007
A Chilly Morning
Good Morning from Morning Meteorologist Kristen Connolly...
It has been a cold and dreary weekend as fog and drizzle has blanketed the Big Country. Some of this activity has turned to freezing as temperature hover around the 32 mark. Right now most counties remain under a Freezing Rain Advisory in effect until noon today. Knox is the only county under an Ice Storm warning.
Warm moist air continues to override a shallow cold airmass at the surface because of this we will continue to see mist and showers across the area. This activity is mainly in the form a light freezing rain, mist and fog this morning. As temperatures warm we will continue to see activity but should change to rain after noon. Temperatures through the day should warm to the mid 30's. This evening we will again drop down to right at freezing and once again there will be the chance to see the frozen precipitation.
Tomorrow temperatures should begin to warm so we should see just rain throughout the area. Tomorrow night another shot of cold air will filter into the Big Country. Depending on how cold we can get the layers there will be the chance to see a wintry mix of precip from Tuesday night into Wednesday.
Wednesday afternoon through the weekend we should begin to clear the clouds and see a gradual warm up in our highs getting eventually into the low 50’s.
Be careful on the roadways, especially bridges and overpasses or any elevated surface.
Have a great day!
It has been a cold and dreary weekend as fog and drizzle has blanketed the Big Country. Some of this activity has turned to freezing as temperature hover around the 32 mark. Right now most counties remain under a Freezing Rain Advisory in effect until noon today. Knox is the only county under an Ice Storm warning.
Warm moist air continues to override a shallow cold airmass at the surface because of this we will continue to see mist and showers across the area. This activity is mainly in the form a light freezing rain, mist and fog this morning. As temperatures warm we will continue to see activity but should change to rain after noon. Temperatures through the day should warm to the mid 30's. This evening we will again drop down to right at freezing and once again there will be the chance to see the frozen precipitation.
Tomorrow temperatures should begin to warm so we should see just rain throughout the area. Tomorrow night another shot of cold air will filter into the Big Country. Depending on how cold we can get the layers there will be the chance to see a wintry mix of precip from Tuesday night into Wednesday.
Wednesday afternoon through the weekend we should begin to clear the clouds and see a gradual warm up in our highs getting eventually into the low 50’s.
Be careful on the roadways, especially bridges and overpasses or any elevated surface.
Have a great day!
Sunday, December 09, 2007
Sunday Afternoon Update
From Meteorologist Nathan Motz....
Showers are beginning to develop in western portions of the Big Country this afternoon as temperatures continue to remain around the freezing mark. As a result, much of the rain that falls, especially north of I-20 and west of the Abilene area, will turn to ice overnight as tempertures remain at or below freezing.
Tomorrow afternoon, temperatures will warm up just enough to allow for liquid rain to fall during the day and most of the ice should melt, only to return Monday night as temperatures again fall below freezing.
Chances of rain will continue into early Wednesday morning as the upper level trough finally lifts out of the area. Thursday we should clear out nicely before another cold front brings a few clouds into the area on Friday. This front will be dry however and we are not expecting another outbreak of freezing temperatures or wintry weather next weekend.
Have a great week!!!
Showers are beginning to develop in western portions of the Big Country this afternoon as temperatures continue to remain around the freezing mark. As a result, much of the rain that falls, especially north of I-20 and west of the Abilene area, will turn to ice overnight as tempertures remain at or below freezing.
Tomorrow afternoon, temperatures will warm up just enough to allow for liquid rain to fall during the day and most of the ice should melt, only to return Monday night as temperatures again fall below freezing.
Chances of rain will continue into early Wednesday morning as the upper level trough finally lifts out of the area. Thursday we should clear out nicely before another cold front brings a few clouds into the area on Friday. This front will be dry however and we are not expecting another outbreak of freezing temperatures or wintry weather next weekend.
Have a great week!!!
Saturday, December 08, 2007
Saturday Evening Update
From Meteorologist Nathan Motz.....
A tricky forecast coming up for this weekend and into early next week. A strong cold front will approach from the north and allow very cold air to sag south into west central Texas. Highs will barely approach the 40 degree mark on Sunday and will fail to make it out of the 30's on Monday and Tuesday.
In addition to the cold temperatures, rain showers will begin to develop starting late tonight and will change over to a wintry mix during the day on Monday. Freezing rain will be probable as well especially on Monday night and early Tuesday morning. Otherwise, rain mixed with sleet and possibly snow where it is cold enough will prevail across the majority of the Big Country on Monday and into Tuesday.
Chances for precipitation will continue into Wednesday and most of west central Texas will clear out on Thursday.
The best chances for wintry precipitation will be from the Abilene area to the north and west towards Snyder, Roby, Haskell, and Aspermont. To the south of I-20, liquid precipitation will be more likely especially near Brownwood and Comanche, although on Monday night, there will be a chance of freezing rain even in our southeastern counties.
Remember to stay tuned to KRBC weather for future updates.
A tricky forecast coming up for this weekend and into early next week. A strong cold front will approach from the north and allow very cold air to sag south into west central Texas. Highs will barely approach the 40 degree mark on Sunday and will fail to make it out of the 30's on Monday and Tuesday.
In addition to the cold temperatures, rain showers will begin to develop starting late tonight and will change over to a wintry mix during the day on Monday. Freezing rain will be probable as well especially on Monday night and early Tuesday morning. Otherwise, rain mixed with sleet and possibly snow where it is cold enough will prevail across the majority of the Big Country on Monday and into Tuesday.
Chances for precipitation will continue into Wednesday and most of west central Texas will clear out on Thursday.
The best chances for wintry precipitation will be from the Abilene area to the north and west towards Snyder, Roby, Haskell, and Aspermont. To the south of I-20, liquid precipitation will be more likely especially near Brownwood and Comanche, although on Monday night, there will be a chance of freezing rain even in our southeastern counties.
Remember to stay tuned to KRBC weather for future updates.
Friday, December 07, 2007
Much Colder Temperatures This Weekend
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
The above average temperatures continued for us again today. Highs were in the upper 70s to low 80s. That is about 20 degrees above average for this time of year.
If you didn't have a chance to enjoy the beautiful weather today, you have one more chance tomorrow before the pattern changes for us. Highs on Saturday look to be in the upper 70s to low 80s again. It will be a bit breezy tomorrow with winds from the south-southwest. We should see mostly cloudy skies by the end of the day. For those of you heading out to the Abilene and Wylie playoff games in the Metroplex, the weather should be fine. It doesn't look like you will need the rain gear.
A cold front is expected to move through the area on Sunday. We will see our highs for the day occur in the morning with temperatures tumbling through the afternoon. Right now, morning temperatures look to be in the upper 50s to low 60s with afternoon temperatures in the mid 40s to low 50s. There is a 40% chance of showers and thunderstorms for the second half of the weekend.
An upper level trough will remain to the west of us Sunday and Monday. It should move towards us on Tuesday and pass us by to the north on Wednesday. We will see periodic upper level disturbances during this time period. With enough moisture in place, there is a good chance for precipitation as well. That chance is 40% on Sunday, 50% on Monday and Tuesday and 20% on Wednesday. Highs for Monday through Wednesday are expected to be in the upper 30s to low 40s with lows in the upper 20s to low 30s. This means that we could see rain change over to freezing rain and/or sleet Sunday night into Monday morning, Monday night into Tuesday morning and Tuesday night into Wednesday morning. During the day, the precipitaiton would likely just be rain. However, if the precipitation stays constant and heavy enough throughout the day or the airmass is colder than anticipated our highs could be lower. Therefore, we could see freezing rain and sleet throughout the day. The best chance of seeing the frozen precipitation will be in the northern half of the Big Country. Obviously we have had warm temperatures lately, so the ground is too warm to support frozen precipitation right now. The main problems, if there were to be any, would be on elevated objects, bridges and overpasses. We will be keeping a close eye on this situation so stay tuned to KRBC for the latest weather updates.
Thursday and next Friday look dry right now with highs in the low 50s.
Have a super Saturday!
The above average temperatures continued for us again today. Highs were in the upper 70s to low 80s. That is about 20 degrees above average for this time of year.
If you didn't have a chance to enjoy the beautiful weather today, you have one more chance tomorrow before the pattern changes for us. Highs on Saturday look to be in the upper 70s to low 80s again. It will be a bit breezy tomorrow with winds from the south-southwest. We should see mostly cloudy skies by the end of the day. For those of you heading out to the Abilene and Wylie playoff games in the Metroplex, the weather should be fine. It doesn't look like you will need the rain gear.
A cold front is expected to move through the area on Sunday. We will see our highs for the day occur in the morning with temperatures tumbling through the afternoon. Right now, morning temperatures look to be in the upper 50s to low 60s with afternoon temperatures in the mid 40s to low 50s. There is a 40% chance of showers and thunderstorms for the second half of the weekend.
An upper level trough will remain to the west of us Sunday and Monday. It should move towards us on Tuesday and pass us by to the north on Wednesday. We will see periodic upper level disturbances during this time period. With enough moisture in place, there is a good chance for precipitation as well. That chance is 40% on Sunday, 50% on Monday and Tuesday and 20% on Wednesday. Highs for Monday through Wednesday are expected to be in the upper 30s to low 40s with lows in the upper 20s to low 30s. This means that we could see rain change over to freezing rain and/or sleet Sunday night into Monday morning, Monday night into Tuesday morning and Tuesday night into Wednesday morning. During the day, the precipitaiton would likely just be rain. However, if the precipitation stays constant and heavy enough throughout the day or the airmass is colder than anticipated our highs could be lower. Therefore, we could see freezing rain and sleet throughout the day. The best chance of seeing the frozen precipitation will be in the northern half of the Big Country. Obviously we have had warm temperatures lately, so the ground is too warm to support frozen precipitation right now. The main problems, if there were to be any, would be on elevated objects, bridges and overpasses. We will be keeping a close eye on this situation so stay tuned to KRBC for the latest weather updates.
Thursday and next Friday look dry right now with highs in the low 50s.
Have a super Saturday!
Warm Start, Cold Finish
Good Morning from Morning Meteorologist Kristen Connolly....
We have seen a beautiful week to kick of December but leading into the second week, it may get little cold and rainy.
For today bring back the shorts and short sleeves- we are approaching record highs! Temperatures are starting off about 20 degrees above yesterday. No longer is it the mid 30's we are in the mid 50's! This being said as we warm up today we really warm up and get close to the record high for today of 83. Tonight we will again see the lows only get down to the mid 50's. Ironically the low will be closer to what our high should be for early December. Also don't forget to keep two hands on the wheel as it will be breezy today with winds up to 25 mph.
This weekend is where things begin to do a 180. Saturday will be much like Friday with highs in the upper 70's to low 80's and partly cloudy skies. But we are beginning to see a trough develop in the Western US this associated with a cold front moving through Sunday will bring a colder and wetter end to the weekend. Rain chances begin Sunday through middle of next week. Depending on the exact track of the low will depend on how much we see but right now the best chance will be later Sunday through early Tuesday. The next factor is what kind of precipitation we will see. We are very warm through all our levels and to see frozen precipitation some level needs to freeze. I think the precip will start as rain but there is the possibility to see it change to freezing rain especially Sunday night into Monday. This is a system we are keeping a close eye on but if you are planning to get those lights up- I suggest you get it done earlier this weekend, then head down to the Peddler show on Sunday!
Have a great weekend!
We have seen a beautiful week to kick of December but leading into the second week, it may get little cold and rainy.
For today bring back the shorts and short sleeves- we are approaching record highs! Temperatures are starting off about 20 degrees above yesterday. No longer is it the mid 30's we are in the mid 50's! This being said as we warm up today we really warm up and get close to the record high for today of 83. Tonight we will again see the lows only get down to the mid 50's. Ironically the low will be closer to what our high should be for early December. Also don't forget to keep two hands on the wheel as it will be breezy today with winds up to 25 mph.
This weekend is where things begin to do a 180. Saturday will be much like Friday with highs in the upper 70's to low 80's and partly cloudy skies. But we are beginning to see a trough develop in the Western US this associated with a cold front moving through Sunday will bring a colder and wetter end to the weekend. Rain chances begin Sunday through middle of next week. Depending on the exact track of the low will depend on how much we see but right now the best chance will be later Sunday through early Tuesday. The next factor is what kind of precipitation we will see. We are very warm through all our levels and to see frozen precipitation some level needs to freeze. I think the precip will start as rain but there is the possibility to see it change to freezing rain especially Sunday night into Monday. This is a system we are keeping a close eye on but if you are planning to get those lights up- I suggest you get it done earlier this weekend, then head down to the Peddler show on Sunday!
Have a great weekend!
Thursday, December 06, 2007
Warm For Now...Much Colder Temps On The Horizon
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
It was another cold start for the Big Country today as temperatures were in the mid 30s this morning. We warmed up nicely this afternoon with highs in the low to mid 70s. The above average temperatures were due to sustained south-southwesterly winds of 20 to 30 mph and higher gusts.
Near record warmth is expected tomorrow. Highs should be in the upper 70s to low 80s. The record high for December 7th at Abilene Regional Airport is 81 set back in 1966. Winds will be from the south tomorrow at 15 to 25 mph with higher gusts.
On Saturday, it will be a little cooler thanks to mostly cloudy skies. Highs look to be in the mid to upper 70s. There is a 20% chance of showers and thunderstorms Saturday night as some upper level disturbances move across the region.
These upper level disturbances will be thanks to an upper level trough that is expected to dig into the western part of the country. A low should develop in this trough and make its way slowly towards us this weekend and early next week. The trough is not expected to completely pass us by until Wednesday afternoon. With sufficient moisture in place, we have a good chance for precipitation Sunday through Tuesday. The chance is 40% for the second half of the weekend and 50% for the first two days next week. A cold front is expected to move through the area early Sunday. This will bring much colder temperatures to the region. Highs on Sunday should be in the mid to upper 50s and that will likely occur in the morning with temperatures dropping through the day once the front passes your location. Highs for Monday through Wednesday look to be in the upper 30s to low 40s. Lows Sunday night through Tuesday night should be in the upper 20s to low 30s. This means that we could see rain change to freezing rain and/or sleet overnight into the morning hours and then change back to rain during the day.
This is how the situation looks for now. Things could change as we get closer to this time period. The type and amount of the precipitation we see is going to depend heavily on the exact track and strength of the upper level trough and low. The precipitation type is also going to depend on the cold air behind the front. If it isn't cold enough then we won't have to worry about frozen precipitation. As always, we will be keeping a close eye on this next possible round of wintry precipitation. Stay tuned to KRBC for further weather updates.
Have a fantastic Friday!
It was another cold start for the Big Country today as temperatures were in the mid 30s this morning. We warmed up nicely this afternoon with highs in the low to mid 70s. The above average temperatures were due to sustained south-southwesterly winds of 20 to 30 mph and higher gusts.
Near record warmth is expected tomorrow. Highs should be in the upper 70s to low 80s. The record high for December 7th at Abilene Regional Airport is 81 set back in 1966. Winds will be from the south tomorrow at 15 to 25 mph with higher gusts.
On Saturday, it will be a little cooler thanks to mostly cloudy skies. Highs look to be in the mid to upper 70s. There is a 20% chance of showers and thunderstorms Saturday night as some upper level disturbances move across the region.
These upper level disturbances will be thanks to an upper level trough that is expected to dig into the western part of the country. A low should develop in this trough and make its way slowly towards us this weekend and early next week. The trough is not expected to completely pass us by until Wednesday afternoon. With sufficient moisture in place, we have a good chance for precipitation Sunday through Tuesday. The chance is 40% for the second half of the weekend and 50% for the first two days next week. A cold front is expected to move through the area early Sunday. This will bring much colder temperatures to the region. Highs on Sunday should be in the mid to upper 50s and that will likely occur in the morning with temperatures dropping through the day once the front passes your location. Highs for Monday through Wednesday look to be in the upper 30s to low 40s. Lows Sunday night through Tuesday night should be in the upper 20s to low 30s. This means that we could see rain change to freezing rain and/or sleet overnight into the morning hours and then change back to rain during the day.
This is how the situation looks for now. Things could change as we get closer to this time period. The type and amount of the precipitation we see is going to depend heavily on the exact track and strength of the upper level trough and low. The precipitation type is also going to depend on the cold air behind the front. If it isn't cold enough then we won't have to worry about frozen precipitation. As always, we will be keeping a close eye on this next possible round of wintry precipitation. Stay tuned to KRBC for further weather updates.
Have a fantastic Friday!
Big Changes this Weekend
Good Morning from Morning Meteorologist Kristen Connolly...
We have seen beautiful weather this week with clear skies through the day and night. But changes are coming our way...
The cold front that made its way through yesterday has cooled down the temperatures overnight. As you head out this morning you may want to make sure the gloves are handy as temperatures have dropped into the mid 30's. We will again see sunshine today but some clouds should make an appearance. Highs will stay in the low 70's. Overnight will be more mild with lows down into the upper 40's to low 50's.
Tomorrow it will be another warm one as highs approach the 80 degree mark. It is this weekend when our pattern completely changes. A big dip in the jet stream will form in the southwest this will develop an upper level low just to our west. With increasing moisture cloud cover begins to build in Saturday. A Cold front associated with the trough rolls through early Sunday dropping highs significantly. The chance of precipitation will be best Sunday through early Wednesday. With the cold air in here there is the chance to see frozen precip so it is something we will keep a close eye on. Temperatures will drop from upper 70's for highs Saturday, to mid 40's Sunday. Lows will dip into the Lower 30's.
Have a great day!
We have seen beautiful weather this week with clear skies through the day and night. But changes are coming our way...
The cold front that made its way through yesterday has cooled down the temperatures overnight. As you head out this morning you may want to make sure the gloves are handy as temperatures have dropped into the mid 30's. We will again see sunshine today but some clouds should make an appearance. Highs will stay in the low 70's. Overnight will be more mild with lows down into the upper 40's to low 50's.
Tomorrow it will be another warm one as highs approach the 80 degree mark. It is this weekend when our pattern completely changes. A big dip in the jet stream will form in the southwest this will develop an upper level low just to our west. With increasing moisture cloud cover begins to build in Saturday. A Cold front associated with the trough rolls through early Sunday dropping highs significantly. The chance of precipitation will be best Sunday through early Wednesday. With the cold air in here there is the chance to see frozen precip so it is something we will keep a close eye on. Temperatures will drop from upper 70's for highs Saturday, to mid 40's Sunday. Lows will dip into the Lower 30's.
Have a great day!
Wednesday, December 05, 2007
Rain Chances Increasing For The Weekend
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
We once again had above average temperatures today despite a weak cold front moving through the area. Temperatures this afternoon were in the 70s which is about 10 degrees above average for this time of year.
Warm and windy conditions are expected to continue Thursday and Friday. Highs will be in the low to mid 70s. Winds should be from the south-southwest at 15 to 25 mph.
An upper level trough looks to build in the western U.S. this weekend. We should see some upper level disturbances move through the region Saturday night through Wednesday morning. An upper level low should build in the middle of the trough. It will move slowly towards us early next week and not completely pass by the Big Country until late Wednesday. With a cold front also expected on Sunday, there will be several lifting mechanisms this weekend and the first half of next week. Moisture should be in place so the chance for precipitation is looking better. The chances begin Saturday night at 20% and then increase to 40% for Sunday through Tuesday. There is a slight chance of lingering activity early Wednesday. Highs during this time period will start in the low 70s on Saturday, fall to the low 60s on Sunday and fall even further to the low to mid 50s for the first half of next week.
The strength and track of the trough as well as how cold the air is behind the front are something we are keeping a close eye on right now. These are all factors that will play a big part in how much precipitation we see and how cold it gets. Stay tuned for further weather updates.
Have a terrific Thursday!
We once again had above average temperatures today despite a weak cold front moving through the area. Temperatures this afternoon were in the 70s which is about 10 degrees above average for this time of year.
Warm and windy conditions are expected to continue Thursday and Friday. Highs will be in the low to mid 70s. Winds should be from the south-southwest at 15 to 25 mph.
An upper level trough looks to build in the western U.S. this weekend. We should see some upper level disturbances move through the region Saturday night through Wednesday morning. An upper level low should build in the middle of the trough. It will move slowly towards us early next week and not completely pass by the Big Country until late Wednesday. With a cold front also expected on Sunday, there will be several lifting mechanisms this weekend and the first half of next week. Moisture should be in place so the chance for precipitation is looking better. The chances begin Saturday night at 20% and then increase to 40% for Sunday through Tuesday. There is a slight chance of lingering activity early Wednesday. Highs during this time period will start in the low 70s on Saturday, fall to the low 60s on Sunday and fall even further to the low to mid 50s for the first half of next week.
The strength and track of the trough as well as how cold the air is behind the front are something we are keeping a close eye on right now. These are all factors that will play a big part in how much precipitation we see and how cold it gets. Stay tuned for further weather updates.
Have a terrific Thursday!
Tuesday, December 04, 2007
Tuesday Afternoon Update
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
We had another cold start to the morning today with temperatures ranging from the upper 20s in Brownwood to the low 40s in Sweetwater. Everyone else fell somewhere in between. The difference in temperature was due to the wind. In Brownwood, it was calm. In Sweetwater, it was a bit breezy from the southwest. The entire viewing area had well above average temperatures this afternoon with highs in the low to mid 70s.
Tomorrow should be a pleasant day with temperatures slightly cooler than today. The reason for the change is a shift in our winds. Winds for Wednesday should be from the east-northeast. Highs are expected to be in the upper 60s to low 70s.
Thursday will be warmer and windy. The increase in winds is due to a surface low developing to our north. Highs will be in the low to mid 70s.
Friday should be even warmer with highs in the mid to upper 70s under partly cloudy skies.
An upper level trough should build in the western part of the country this weekend. By Saturday we look to have mostly cloudy skies develop due to this as well as a return of sufficient moisture. Highs will be in the low 70s.
The trough is expected to move slowly towards us on Sunday, but not completely pass us until late Tuesday or early Wednesday. We should see some periodic upper level disturbances move through the area during this time period. With enough moisture expected to be in place, the chance for rain right now is 30%. That could increase or decrease depending on the development and movement of the trough. We will get a better handle on this situation as we get closer to it. Colder temperatures are expected due to mostly cloudy skies, rain and a cold front moving through the area on Sunday. Highs should be in the mid to upper 60s on Sunday, the upper 50s to low 60s on Monday and the upper 50s on Tuesday.
Have a wonderful Wednesday!
We had another cold start to the morning today with temperatures ranging from the upper 20s in Brownwood to the low 40s in Sweetwater. Everyone else fell somewhere in between. The difference in temperature was due to the wind. In Brownwood, it was calm. In Sweetwater, it was a bit breezy from the southwest. The entire viewing area had well above average temperatures this afternoon with highs in the low to mid 70s.
Tomorrow should be a pleasant day with temperatures slightly cooler than today. The reason for the change is a shift in our winds. Winds for Wednesday should be from the east-northeast. Highs are expected to be in the upper 60s to low 70s.
Thursday will be warmer and windy. The increase in winds is due to a surface low developing to our north. Highs will be in the low to mid 70s.
Friday should be even warmer with highs in the mid to upper 70s under partly cloudy skies.
An upper level trough should build in the western part of the country this weekend. By Saturday we look to have mostly cloudy skies develop due to this as well as a return of sufficient moisture. Highs will be in the low 70s.
The trough is expected to move slowly towards us on Sunday, but not completely pass us until late Tuesday or early Wednesday. We should see some periodic upper level disturbances move through the area during this time period. With enough moisture expected to be in place, the chance for rain right now is 30%. That could increase or decrease depending on the development and movement of the trough. We will get a better handle on this situation as we get closer to it. Colder temperatures are expected due to mostly cloudy skies, rain and a cold front moving through the area on Sunday. Highs should be in the mid to upper 60s on Sunday, the upper 50s to low 60s on Monday and the upper 50s on Tuesday.
Have a wonderful Wednesday!
Tuesday Morning Forecast
Good Morning from Morning Meteorologist Kristen Connolly...
We saw a cooler but gorgeous day yesterday. It was a very chilly start as temperatures plummeted to the upper 20's. The afternoon we finally topped off at upper 50's to low 60's with hardly a cloud in the sky.
This morning again is chilly with a range of temperatures from mid 30's to mid 40's. It will be another good day to dress warmly in the morning and be able to shed the layers by the afternoon. Above average temperatures will return today as highs top off in the low 70's. Winds return out of the southwest which should keep drier air in place. Great weather to get some of that Christmas shopping done!
Tomorrow to start Share Your Christmas temperatures will dip down to the low 40's but with a Sunny sky warm up to hit just around 70.
The rest of the week stays fairly quiet until we get to the weekend where a trough should dip into the southwestern US, this should bring more moisture back with a chance of rain.
Have a great day!
We saw a cooler but gorgeous day yesterday. It was a very chilly start as temperatures plummeted to the upper 20's. The afternoon we finally topped off at upper 50's to low 60's with hardly a cloud in the sky.
This morning again is chilly with a range of temperatures from mid 30's to mid 40's. It will be another good day to dress warmly in the morning and be able to shed the layers by the afternoon. Above average temperatures will return today as highs top off in the low 70's. Winds return out of the southwest which should keep drier air in place. Great weather to get some of that Christmas shopping done!
Tomorrow to start Share Your Christmas temperatures will dip down to the low 40's but with a Sunny sky warm up to hit just around 70.
The rest of the week stays fairly quiet until we get to the weekend where a trough should dip into the southwestern US, this should bring more moisture back with a chance of rain.
Have a great day!
Monday, December 03, 2007
Above Average Temps Return and Stay...For Now
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
We had a cold start to the day this morning with temperatures in the upper 20s to mid 30s. It remained cool througout the day with highs in the upper 50s to low 60s. Our highs were close to what we typically see this time of year while our lows were below average.
Warmer and above average temperatures return tomorrow. High pressure will shift to the east giving us west-southwest winds. Highs look to be in the low to mid 70s under mostly sunny skies.
Slightly cooler temperatures are expected on Wednesday due to a weak cold front possibly moving through the area. Highs look to be in the upper 60s to low 70s under mostly sunny skies. Don't forget about the Share Your Christmas Food Drive on Wednesday. We will be collecting non-perishible food items and cash donations at the United Supermarket on South 14th Street from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. Our goal this year is one million pounds. The weather will be great so please stop by and donate if you can.
Thursday through Saturday should be dry as well, but with partly cloudy skies. Highs are expected to be in the upper 60s to low 70s.
An upper level trough looks to be building in the western U.S. late this weekend and early next week. Some upper level disturbances could move through the area Sunday and next Monday, so there is a slight chance of rain both days. Highs during this time period should be in the upper 60s to around 70.
Have a terrific Tuesday!
We had a cold start to the day this morning with temperatures in the upper 20s to mid 30s. It remained cool througout the day with highs in the upper 50s to low 60s. Our highs were close to what we typically see this time of year while our lows were below average.
Warmer and above average temperatures return tomorrow. High pressure will shift to the east giving us west-southwest winds. Highs look to be in the low to mid 70s under mostly sunny skies.
Slightly cooler temperatures are expected on Wednesday due to a weak cold front possibly moving through the area. Highs look to be in the upper 60s to low 70s under mostly sunny skies. Don't forget about the Share Your Christmas Food Drive on Wednesday. We will be collecting non-perishible food items and cash donations at the United Supermarket on South 14th Street from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. Our goal this year is one million pounds. The weather will be great so please stop by and donate if you can.
Thursday through Saturday should be dry as well, but with partly cloudy skies. Highs are expected to be in the upper 60s to low 70s.
An upper level trough looks to be building in the western U.S. late this weekend and early next week. Some upper level disturbances could move through the area Sunday and next Monday, so there is a slight chance of rain both days. Highs during this time period should be in the upper 60s to around 70.
Have a terrific Tuesday!
A Quiet Week Ahead
Good Morning from Morning Meteorologist Kristen Connolly..
We had a very mild weekend across the Big Country as highs reached in the low 70's and lows stayed in the 60's. But thanks to a cold front our Monday is starting off on the chilly side.
This morning you may want to start that car early as temperatures have dipped to the low 30's. It feels like December outside so bundle up as you head out the door. Through the day we will gradually warm up and eventually hit the low 60’s which is average for this time of year. Overnight we will again drop with temperatures hitting a few degrees warmer, in the upper 30's.
We are setting up for a quiet week with high pressure sitting over us. Temperatures will gradually warm to the low 70's with lows in lower 40's. Temperatures will drop back with a front moving through Thursday which will keep weekend temperatures in the mid 60's.
Don't forget Share Your Christmas is Wednesday, with beautiful weather we hope to see you out there!
Have a great day!
We had a very mild weekend across the Big Country as highs reached in the low 70's and lows stayed in the 60's. But thanks to a cold front our Monday is starting off on the chilly side.
This morning you may want to start that car early as temperatures have dipped to the low 30's. It feels like December outside so bundle up as you head out the door. Through the day we will gradually warm up and eventually hit the low 60’s which is average for this time of year. Overnight we will again drop with temperatures hitting a few degrees warmer, in the upper 30's.
We are setting up for a quiet week with high pressure sitting over us. Temperatures will gradually warm to the low 70's with lows in lower 40's. Temperatures will drop back with a front moving through Thursday which will keep weekend temperatures in the mid 60's.
Don't forget Share Your Christmas is Wednesday, with beautiful weather we hope to see you out there!
Have a great day!
Friday, November 30, 2007
Rain Possible For Part Of The Weekend
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
We have had above average temperatures and mostly cloudy skies throughout the day here in the Big Country. Temperatures started out in mid 50s this morning and only warmed up into the mid to upper 60s this afternoon. Some showers moved through portions of the area around lunchtime, but there was very little, if any, accumulation.
An upper level low continues to sit around the Baja California region. This low will get caught up in a developing upper level trough in the western part of the country. We will have some upper level disturbances move across the area tonight and tomorrow. There is a 50% chance of showers due to these lifting mechanisms moving over an airmass that has become more saturated today. A few thunderstorms can't be ruled out, but they are unlikely. It will be windy tomorrow due to a surface low pressure system developing over the Texas and Oklahoma panhandles. We can expect sustained south winds of 20 to 30 mph with higher gusts throughout the day. Highs look to be in the low 70s.
There is a slight chance of some lingering showers early Sunday as a cold front moves across the region. Highs look to be in the upper 60s to low 70s. The colder air behind the front is not expected to really filter in until the afternoon and evening. Winds will be lighter, but it should still be breezy.
Monday will be cooler and dry with highs in the low 60s.
Tuesday and Wednesday should be warmer with highs in the upper 60s under mostly sunny skies.
Have a super Saturday!
We have had above average temperatures and mostly cloudy skies throughout the day here in the Big Country. Temperatures started out in mid 50s this morning and only warmed up into the mid to upper 60s this afternoon. Some showers moved through portions of the area around lunchtime, but there was very little, if any, accumulation.
An upper level low continues to sit around the Baja California region. This low will get caught up in a developing upper level trough in the western part of the country. We will have some upper level disturbances move across the area tonight and tomorrow. There is a 50% chance of showers due to these lifting mechanisms moving over an airmass that has become more saturated today. A few thunderstorms can't be ruled out, but they are unlikely. It will be windy tomorrow due to a surface low pressure system developing over the Texas and Oklahoma panhandles. We can expect sustained south winds of 20 to 30 mph with higher gusts throughout the day. Highs look to be in the low 70s.
There is a slight chance of some lingering showers early Sunday as a cold front moves across the region. Highs look to be in the upper 60s to low 70s. The colder air behind the front is not expected to really filter in until the afternoon and evening. Winds will be lighter, but it should still be breezy.
Monday will be cooler and dry with highs in the low 60s.
Tuesday and Wednesday should be warmer with highs in the upper 60s under mostly sunny skies.
Have a super Saturday!
Dreary Start to the Weekend
Good Morning from Morning Meteorologist Kristen Connolly...
We have seen a very mild Thursday night with temperatures dropping to the low 50's. An almost twenty degree warm up compared to 24 hrs ago. Clouds have begun to stream in and should hang tight through the beginning of the weekend. This is thanks to an upper level low that is still spinning off the Baja peninsula but should begin its trek northeast today. This system could swing disturbances through mainly beginning late this evening. Along with the low a cold front to our North situated around the red river could spark a few showers. Temperatures through the day will hit the upper 60's and lows will stay in the upper 50's.
The upper level low and an associated cold front will move closer to us through the weekend. The best chance of rain should come from Friday night through Saturday. Along with the rain Saturday’s winds will be gusting up to 25-30mph.
A slight chance will remain Sunday but as the cold front makes its way through it help eliminate any rain chances by drying us back out. Saturday may be a good day to decorate the tree with Sunday being the day to put the lights on the house!
The beginning of the week will be cooler with highs in the low 60's and lows in the 30's. By Tuesday we should return to the 70's with lows in the 40's.
Have a great day!
We have seen a very mild Thursday night with temperatures dropping to the low 50's. An almost twenty degree warm up compared to 24 hrs ago. Clouds have begun to stream in and should hang tight through the beginning of the weekend. This is thanks to an upper level low that is still spinning off the Baja peninsula but should begin its trek northeast today. This system could swing disturbances through mainly beginning late this evening. Along with the low a cold front to our North situated around the red river could spark a few showers. Temperatures through the day will hit the upper 60's and lows will stay in the upper 50's.
The upper level low and an associated cold front will move closer to us through the weekend. The best chance of rain should come from Friday night through Saturday. Along with the rain Saturday’s winds will be gusting up to 25-30mph.
A slight chance will remain Sunday but as the cold front makes its way through it help eliminate any rain chances by drying us back out. Saturday may be a good day to decorate the tree with Sunday being the day to put the lights on the house!
The beginning of the week will be cooler with highs in the low 60's and lows in the 30's. By Tuesday we should return to the 70's with lows in the 40's.
Have a great day!
Thursday, November 29, 2007
Thursday Evening Update
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
We started off with cold below average temperatures this morning, but by this afternoon we had temperatures close to what we typically see this time of year. Highs were in the upper 50s to mid 60s.
Warmer temperatures are expected tomorrow with highs in the mid 60s to 70. Skies will be mostly cloudy and there is a 20% chance of showers during the day. The reason for our chance for rain is due to a southwest flow aloft. There is an upper level low around Baja California which could send a few disturbances our way.
This same set up will be with us on Saturday. We also have a cold front that is expected to move through the region. It looks like our best chance for rain will be Friday night into Saturday. That chance is 30%. With a surface low to our north in the Texas and Oklahoma panhandles, we will likely see south winds of 20 to 30 mph.
There is a 20% chance of lingering showers Sunday morning with breezy conditions expected throughout the day. Highs look to be in the low to mid 60s. We should see another cold front move through late Sunday. This will lead to cooler conditions for the beginning of next week.
Monday is expected to be mostly sunny and dry with highs in the upper 50s to low 60s.
Tuesday and Wednesday should be warmer and dry with highs in the mid to upper 60s.
Have a fantastic Friday!
We started off with cold below average temperatures this morning, but by this afternoon we had temperatures close to what we typically see this time of year. Highs were in the upper 50s to mid 60s.
Warmer temperatures are expected tomorrow with highs in the mid 60s to 70. Skies will be mostly cloudy and there is a 20% chance of showers during the day. The reason for our chance for rain is due to a southwest flow aloft. There is an upper level low around Baja California which could send a few disturbances our way.
This same set up will be with us on Saturday. We also have a cold front that is expected to move through the region. It looks like our best chance for rain will be Friday night into Saturday. That chance is 30%. With a surface low to our north in the Texas and Oklahoma panhandles, we will likely see south winds of 20 to 30 mph.
There is a 20% chance of lingering showers Sunday morning with breezy conditions expected throughout the day. Highs look to be in the low to mid 60s. We should see another cold front move through late Sunday. This will lead to cooler conditions for the beginning of next week.
Monday is expected to be mostly sunny and dry with highs in the upper 50s to low 60s.
Tuesday and Wednesday should be warmer and dry with highs in the mid to upper 60s.
Have a fantastic Friday!
A Chilly Morning, Pleasant Afternoon
Good Morning from Morning Meteorologist Kristen Connolly...
It was a pleasant afternoon across the Big Country as temperatures rose to 70 degrees. The speedy cold front made its way into out area around 3pm and hit I20 just around 6pm. It was all the way passed by 8 pm. With the front the winds gusted and switched to the North which has made for a very chilly overnight. This morning bundle up as you head out side as wind chills are in the 20's for our northern counties with the rest of us feeling like the low 30's.
The winds quickly switch back today toward the early afternoon, this will help us to warm up but still stay shy of the highs we saw yesterday. It will be a very pleasant afternoon with highs in the low 60's and light winds.
With cloud cover increasing overnight and southerly winds temperatures will not drop near as cold, hovering around 50 degrees.
This weekend will start of nice for Friday but an upper level trough combined with a cold front could make for a few showers Friday night through early Sunday. The system looks to brush the panhandle which would keep the bulk of the activity to our west and north. The best timing to see activity will continue to be the first day in December. Along with the system a front moves through late Saturday and will drop temperatures from upper 60's to low 60's and lows return our low to the upper 30's. Saturday may be a good time to get some shopping done while Sunday may be perfect for getting some outdoor Christmas decorations up!
The beginning of the week the sky will be dominated with sunshine, mid 60's for highs and low 40's for lows.
Have a great day!
It was a pleasant afternoon across the Big Country as temperatures rose to 70 degrees. The speedy cold front made its way into out area around 3pm and hit I20 just around 6pm. It was all the way passed by 8 pm. With the front the winds gusted and switched to the North which has made for a very chilly overnight. This morning bundle up as you head out side as wind chills are in the 20's for our northern counties with the rest of us feeling like the low 30's.
The winds quickly switch back today toward the early afternoon, this will help us to warm up but still stay shy of the highs we saw yesterday. It will be a very pleasant afternoon with highs in the low 60's and light winds.
With cloud cover increasing overnight and southerly winds temperatures will not drop near as cold, hovering around 50 degrees.
This weekend will start of nice for Friday but an upper level trough combined with a cold front could make for a few showers Friday night through early Sunday. The system looks to brush the panhandle which would keep the bulk of the activity to our west and north. The best timing to see activity will continue to be the first day in December. Along with the system a front moves through late Saturday and will drop temperatures from upper 60's to low 60's and lows return our low to the upper 30's. Saturday may be a good time to get some shopping done while Sunday may be perfect for getting some outdoor Christmas decorations up!
The beginning of the week the sky will be dominated with sunshine, mid 60's for highs and low 40's for lows.
Have a great day!
Wednesday, November 28, 2007
Wednesday Evening Update
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
It was a beautiful day here in the Big Country with highs in the upper 60s to low 70s. We did have breezy southwest winds this morning, but that has now changed to strong northwest winds this evening due to a cold front that is passing through the region. Unfortunately, we will not see any precipitation with this front.
We will start off cold in the morning with temperatures in the low to mid 30s. It is mainly in the western and northern portions of the area where temperatures will get to freezing. Be sure to take care of your pets and plants. Highs tomorrow should be seasonal with highs in the low to mid 60s.
An upper level low that is currently sitting around the Baja California region should weaken and move towards us as an upper level trough. This will bring us the chance for rain beginning Friday night and continuing through early Sunday. The chance for rain is 20% to 30% with the best shot being on Saturday. That is day that we will also see another cold front move through the area. Highs during this time period should be in the mid 60s to low 70s.
The first half of next week looks dry with highs ranging form the upper 50s on Monday to the mid 60s next Wednesday.
Have a terrific Thursday!
It was a beautiful day here in the Big Country with highs in the upper 60s to low 70s. We did have breezy southwest winds this morning, but that has now changed to strong northwest winds this evening due to a cold front that is passing through the region. Unfortunately, we will not see any precipitation with this front.
We will start off cold in the morning with temperatures in the low to mid 30s. It is mainly in the western and northern portions of the area where temperatures will get to freezing. Be sure to take care of your pets and plants. Highs tomorrow should be seasonal with highs in the low to mid 60s.
An upper level low that is currently sitting around the Baja California region should weaken and move towards us as an upper level trough. This will bring us the chance for rain beginning Friday night and continuing through early Sunday. The chance for rain is 20% to 30% with the best shot being on Saturday. That is day that we will also see another cold front move through the area. Highs during this time period should be in the mid 60s to low 70s.
The first half of next week looks dry with highs ranging form the upper 50s on Monday to the mid 60s next Wednesday.
Have a terrific Thursday!
The Week of Fronts
Good Morning from Morning Meteorologist Kristen Connolly...
It was a night to snuggle in the blankets as temperatures drop to the low to mid 40's. As you head out the door with the jacket and coffee be expecting some breezy winds that will make it feel 5 - 10 degrees cooler. Driving to work you will probably want to keep the coffee in the cup holder and both hands on the wheel as we could see some gusts to 25 mph.
The week of fronts is what is in store for us over the next several days beginning with today. The first front of the week will arrive around dinner time; it will bring a few clouds and switch in the winds which drop the temperatures back to the mid 30's for the tomorrow morning. Behind that front temperatures rebound to the low 60's for Thursday and Friday as winds quickly switch back to the Southeast.
This weekend a string of fronts make their path through the Big Country. Also, an upper level trough will make its push east brining the rain chances from late Friday through Sunday. It may be a good weekend to get some Christmas shopping done early. The best chance of rain will come Saturday, with the coolest front likely coming late Saturday into Sunday. Behind this front lows drop from the upper 40's to mid 30's.
Have a great day!
It was a night to snuggle in the blankets as temperatures drop to the low to mid 40's. As you head out the door with the jacket and coffee be expecting some breezy winds that will make it feel 5 - 10 degrees cooler. Driving to work you will probably want to keep the coffee in the cup holder and both hands on the wheel as we could see some gusts to 25 mph.
The week of fronts is what is in store for us over the next several days beginning with today. The first front of the week will arrive around dinner time; it will bring a few clouds and switch in the winds which drop the temperatures back to the mid 30's for the tomorrow morning. Behind that front temperatures rebound to the low 60's for Thursday and Friday as winds quickly switch back to the Southeast.
This weekend a string of fronts make their path through the Big Country. Also, an upper level trough will make its push east brining the rain chances from late Friday through Sunday. It may be a good weekend to get some Christmas shopping done early. The best chance of rain will come Saturday, with the coolest front likely coming late Saturday into Sunday. Behind this front lows drop from the upper 40's to mid 30's.
Have a great day!
Tuesday, November 27, 2007
Temps Will Be Like An Elevator This Week
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
We started off cold this morning with temperatures in the low to mid 30s, but by this afternoon it was seasonal across the Big Country. Highs were in the low to mid 60s. Any snow that was left out there from Sunday's storm is definitely gone now with temperatures getting well above freezing today.
The warming trend looks to continue tomorrow with highs in the mid 60s to 70. We will have breezy conditions with winds shifting from the southwest to the northwest in the afternoon. The reason for the shift is due to a cold front that will move through the area. No precipitation is expected with this front.
Thursday will be cooler with highs in the upper 50s to low 60s under mostly sunny skies.
Friday should be a bit warmer with highs in the mid to upper 60s under partly cloudy skies. A cold front is expected to move through the area at then end of the work week too. There is a 20% chance of showers Friday night.
This weekend will be a bit cooler and windy with highs in the low to mid 60s. An upper level trough should move across the region during this time period. There is a 30% chance of rain on Saturday and a 20% chance on Sunday. Another cold front looks to move across the area on Sunday. This will cool us down for the start of the next work week.
Have a wonderful Wednesday!
We started off cold this morning with temperatures in the low to mid 30s, but by this afternoon it was seasonal across the Big Country. Highs were in the low to mid 60s. Any snow that was left out there from Sunday's storm is definitely gone now with temperatures getting well above freezing today.
The warming trend looks to continue tomorrow with highs in the mid 60s to 70. We will have breezy conditions with winds shifting from the southwest to the northwest in the afternoon. The reason for the shift is due to a cold front that will move through the area. No precipitation is expected with this front.
Thursday will be cooler with highs in the upper 50s to low 60s under mostly sunny skies.
Friday should be a bit warmer with highs in the mid to upper 60s under partly cloudy skies. A cold front is expected to move through the area at then end of the work week too. There is a 20% chance of showers Friday night.
This weekend will be a bit cooler and windy with highs in the low to mid 60s. An upper level trough should move across the region during this time period. There is a 30% chance of rain on Saturday and a 20% chance on Sunday. Another cold front looks to move across the area on Sunday. This will cool us down for the start of the next work week.
Have a wonderful Wednesday!
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