From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
We had a cold and raw day across the Big Country. Temperatures were in the 20s for much of the day before warming up to the low 30s before sunset. Wind chills were in the single digits and teens all day due to strong northerly winds. Wintry precipitation moved through the region as well thanks to an upper level low. The activity mainly began as sleet before mixing with snow and then turning to all snow. Some locations in the viewing area reported as much as 3" of snow.
Tonight will likely be the coldest of the season so far. We are setting up for optimal radiational cooling conditions. Winds should be much lighter from the west-northwest at 5 to 10 mph. The sky should be clear as high pressure builds into the area. The air will be a little drier later tonight and tomorrow morning. Also, there is likely going to be some snow on the ground in some locations. Because of all of these factors lows should be in the upper teens to low 20s. You'll need to be sure and protect your pets, plants, and pipes.
With temperatures staying below freezing overnight tonight and into the mid morning hours tomorrow, it is likely that there will be some slick spots on bridges, overpasses, and roadways. If you going to be out, please be careful and take your time getting to your destination. We will see much warmer, but cool temperatures on Friday. Highs look to be in the upper 40s.
This weekend looks partly cloudy and dry. It will remain a bit chilly with highs in the mid to upper 40s.
We warm back up closer to average next week. Highs should return to 50s under a partly cloudy sky.
Have a fantastic Friday!
Thursday, November 30, 2006
Winter Wonderland
Good Morning from Morning Meteorologist Kristen Connolly….
The artic air has moved into the Big Country. Yesterday we still managed to make it up to 76 at the Abilene Regional Airport but when that Cold front rolled through around 2 pm we dropped 18 degrees in 2 minutes. Since then we have stayed chilly and by 10 pm we had hit the freezing mark. A Wintry mix began rolling into our area around 1 am and began changing to snow around 4 am.
Right now most the Big Country is under Winter Storm Warning. Stonewall is under a Snow Advisory and Coke and Runnels a Winter Weather Advisory. Through this morning we could see an accumulation 3 inches throughout counties in the Big Country. Already this morning Scurry had a report of 3 inches. The snow should move out of the area by the early afternoon, even a little later towards our Eastern counties and we will begin to see clearing skies. High temperatures will make it to just around freezing but with plenty of winds the wind chills will make into the teens and even some single digits. Overnight the winds will die down and with the clearing skies we should see low temperatures drop to around 20 degrees.
Tomorrow through the weekend we should see temperatures just around 50 degrees with lows in the upper 20’s, with no more precipitation in the forecast.
Have a great day and drive safely.
The artic air has moved into the Big Country. Yesterday we still managed to make it up to 76 at the Abilene Regional Airport but when that Cold front rolled through around 2 pm we dropped 18 degrees in 2 minutes. Since then we have stayed chilly and by 10 pm we had hit the freezing mark. A Wintry mix began rolling into our area around 1 am and began changing to snow around 4 am.
Right now most the Big Country is under Winter Storm Warning. Stonewall is under a Snow Advisory and Coke and Runnels a Winter Weather Advisory. Through this morning we could see an accumulation 3 inches throughout counties in the Big Country. Already this morning Scurry had a report of 3 inches. The snow should move out of the area by the early afternoon, even a little later towards our Eastern counties and we will begin to see clearing skies. High temperatures will make it to just around freezing but with plenty of winds the wind chills will make into the teens and even some single digits. Overnight the winds will die down and with the clearing skies we should see low temperatures drop to around 20 degrees.
Tomorrow through the weekend we should see temperatures just around 50 degrees with lows in the upper 20’s, with no more precipitation in the forecast.
Have a great day and drive safely.
Wednesday, November 29, 2006
Wintry Precipitation Likely Tonight and Tomorrow
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
We had mild temperatures today before a cold front moved through the area this afternoon and evening. Arctic air filtered in quickly behind the front. At Abilene Regional Airport, the temperature dropped from 76 at 2 p.m. to 54 at 3 p.m. Showers and thunderstorms developed along the front. Some of the storms reached severe limits with nickel size hail and winds in excess of 60 mph.
An upper level low is expected to move through the area after midnight bringing a wintry mix of snow, sleet and freezing rain before turning over to all snow tomorrow morning. As of right now, it looks like Haskell, Throckmorton, Stonewall, and Knox counties could receive 2" or more of snow and ice. Fisher, Nolan, Jones, Taylor, Shackelford, Callahan, Stephens, and Eastland counties will probably see 1" to 2". Scurry, Mitchell, Coke, Runnels, Coleman, Brown, and Comanche will likely see 1" or less. Knox, Haskell, Throckmorton, Jones, Shackelford, Stephens, Taylor, Callahan, Eastland, Brown, and Coleman counties are under a Winter Storm Warning from late tonight through tomorrow afternoon. A Winter Weather Advisory is in effect for Fisher, Nolan, Coke, and Runnels counties during that same time. Lows tonight look to be in the mid to upper 20s. Be sure that you protect your pets, plants, and pipes. It is likely that we will see some slick spots on bridges and overpasses and even some roadways so be careful if you are going to have to be out on the road.
The snow should come to an end around lunchtime or early afternoon. It will likely be mostly cloudy through much of tomorrow so highs are expected to be in the low 30s. Wind chills should be in the teens to low 20s due to strong north winds.
It looks like below average temperatures will continue this weekend and early next week. At this time it also looks dry during that period. Highs will range from the mid 40s to mid 50s with lows mainly in the 20s.
Have a terrific Thursday!
We had mild temperatures today before a cold front moved through the area this afternoon and evening. Arctic air filtered in quickly behind the front. At Abilene Regional Airport, the temperature dropped from 76 at 2 p.m. to 54 at 3 p.m. Showers and thunderstorms developed along the front. Some of the storms reached severe limits with nickel size hail and winds in excess of 60 mph.
An upper level low is expected to move through the area after midnight bringing a wintry mix of snow, sleet and freezing rain before turning over to all snow tomorrow morning. As of right now, it looks like Haskell, Throckmorton, Stonewall, and Knox counties could receive 2" or more of snow and ice. Fisher, Nolan, Jones, Taylor, Shackelford, Callahan, Stephens, and Eastland counties will probably see 1" to 2". Scurry, Mitchell, Coke, Runnels, Coleman, Brown, and Comanche will likely see 1" or less. Knox, Haskell, Throckmorton, Jones, Shackelford, Stephens, Taylor, Callahan, Eastland, Brown, and Coleman counties are under a Winter Storm Warning from late tonight through tomorrow afternoon. A Winter Weather Advisory is in effect for Fisher, Nolan, Coke, and Runnels counties during that same time. Lows tonight look to be in the mid to upper 20s. Be sure that you protect your pets, plants, and pipes. It is likely that we will see some slick spots on bridges and overpasses and even some roadways so be careful if you are going to have to be out on the road.
The snow should come to an end around lunchtime or early afternoon. It will likely be mostly cloudy through much of tomorrow so highs are expected to be in the low 30s. Wind chills should be in the teens to low 20s due to strong north winds.
It looks like below average temperatures will continue this weekend and early next week. At this time it also looks dry during that period. Highs will range from the mid 40s to mid 50s with lows mainly in the 20s.
Have a terrific Thursday!
Cold coming on strong!
From Morning Meteorologist Kristen Connolly….
It is the tale of two airmasses. Today we will make it into the 70’s, much above average and in only 24 hours things will be extremely colder with dry artic air rolling in . Today partly cloudy skies will persist with moisture available a 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms in the afternoon before the front pushes through in the evening hours. Once it does things will be quit cooler and could even see freezing rain and sleet overnight. Temperatures will plummet in the overnight and we will make it to just around 30 degrees. With plenty of wind, wind chills will be in the 20’s. Because of these conditions a Winter Storm Watch is up for much of the Big Country. This means that conditions for travel could be impaired.
Tomorrow afternoon highs will only make it to the mid 30’s. A 30 percent chance of precipitation is possible and with cold temperatures it could be a wintry mix. By the weekend we should begin warm up to upper 40’s for highs with plenty of sunshine but overnight lows should stay just around 30 degrees.
By the beginning of the work week temperatures we will be in the lower 50’s.
Have a great day!
Tuesday, November 28, 2006
Wintry Precipitation Possible
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
It was another warm and breezy day here in the Big Country with highs mainly in the 70s. Brownwood managed to make it into the low 80s. There were some early morning showers and thunderstorms in the northern half of the viewing area. The sky changed from mostly cloudy early to mostly sunny this afternoon.
Major changes begin for us tomorrow with the arrival of a cold front. At this time, the front looks to arrive during the late afternoon to evening hours. Highs are expected to be in the upper 60s to low 70s. We have a 20% chance of isolated showers and thunderstorms ahead of and along the front. The best shot of rain will be in the eastern portions of the viewing area. Arctic air will filter into the region behind the front. This will be the coldest air we have had so far this season. Breezy conditions should continue on Wednesday.
An upper level disturbance should move close to or through the area late Wednesday night and into Thursday. With cold air in place, we will likely have a mix of freezing rain, sleet, and snow. Amounts, if any, still look to be light. Since it is possible that we could see some accumulations, especially on bridges and overpasses, and travel problems are possible there is Winter Storm Watch in effect for Haskell, Throckmorton, Stephens, Shackelford, Jones, Fisher, Nolan, Taylor, Callahan, and Eastland counties from late Wednesday night into Thursday afternoon. There is a Winter Weather Advisory for Knox county during that same time period. Thursday will be a raw day with highs in the low to mid 30s. With breezy north winds expected, wind chills will likely be in the teens to low 20s.
We will continue to see well below average temperatures Friday through Sunday. Highs look to be in the mid to upper 40s with lows in the 20s. Since there will be several hard freezes this week, you'll need to protect your pets, plants, and pipes.
Cool, but warmer temperatures are expected to return Monday and next Tuesday.
Have a wonderful Wednesday!
It was another warm and breezy day here in the Big Country with highs mainly in the 70s. Brownwood managed to make it into the low 80s. There were some early morning showers and thunderstorms in the northern half of the viewing area. The sky changed from mostly cloudy early to mostly sunny this afternoon.
Major changes begin for us tomorrow with the arrival of a cold front. At this time, the front looks to arrive during the late afternoon to evening hours. Highs are expected to be in the upper 60s to low 70s. We have a 20% chance of isolated showers and thunderstorms ahead of and along the front. The best shot of rain will be in the eastern portions of the viewing area. Arctic air will filter into the region behind the front. This will be the coldest air we have had so far this season. Breezy conditions should continue on Wednesday.
An upper level disturbance should move close to or through the area late Wednesday night and into Thursday. With cold air in place, we will likely have a mix of freezing rain, sleet, and snow. Amounts, if any, still look to be light. Since it is possible that we could see some accumulations, especially on bridges and overpasses, and travel problems are possible there is Winter Storm Watch in effect for Haskell, Throckmorton, Stephens, Shackelford, Jones, Fisher, Nolan, Taylor, Callahan, and Eastland counties from late Wednesday night into Thursday afternoon. There is a Winter Weather Advisory for Knox county during that same time period. Thursday will be a raw day with highs in the low to mid 30s. With breezy north winds expected, wind chills will likely be in the teens to low 20s.
We will continue to see well below average temperatures Friday through Sunday. Highs look to be in the mid to upper 40s with lows in the 20s. Since there will be several hard freezes this week, you'll need to protect your pets, plants, and pipes.
Cool, but warmer temperatures are expected to return Monday and next Tuesday.
Have a wonderful Wednesday!
Tuesday Morning Update
Good Morning from Morning Meteorologist Kristen Connolly …
One more day of unseasonably warm temperatures! Enjoy it while it lasts. Today we will again get into the upper 70’s hitting close to 80. We will see a mix of sun and clouds and some breezy conditions. Tonight will also be our last night of mild temperatures making it into the upper 50’s.
Tomorrow brings about the biggest change we have seen all season. We still should make it into the upper 60’s because of the timing of the cold front. However if it does move through faster or slower we will see varying high temperatures. There is a 20 percent chance of a storm before the arriving front. After it arrives watch out! Temperatures are going to plummet. Overnight lows tomorrow should make to just around 30, and if there is enough moisture we could see a wintry mix.
Thursday will be a chiller with temperatures making to just around freezing for highs. With the winds we could see wind chills in the 20’s as well as overnight lows making it down to the 20’s. Friday the sunshine should return but the temperatures will stay cold through the weekend. Highs will be in the lower 50’s with lows in the upper 20’s to lower 30’s.
Prepare now for the cold weather and just remember to protect the three P’s –Plants, Pets and Pipes!
Enjoy the warmth today!
One more day of unseasonably warm temperatures! Enjoy it while it lasts. Today we will again get into the upper 70’s hitting close to 80. We will see a mix of sun and clouds and some breezy conditions. Tonight will also be our last night of mild temperatures making it into the upper 50’s.
Tomorrow brings about the biggest change we have seen all season. We still should make it into the upper 60’s because of the timing of the cold front. However if it does move through faster or slower we will see varying high temperatures. There is a 20 percent chance of a storm before the arriving front. After it arrives watch out! Temperatures are going to plummet. Overnight lows tomorrow should make to just around 30, and if there is enough moisture we could see a wintry mix.
Thursday will be a chiller with temperatures making to just around freezing for highs. With the winds we could see wind chills in the 20’s as well as overnight lows making it down to the 20’s. Friday the sunshine should return but the temperatures will stay cold through the weekend. Highs will be in the lower 50’s with lows in the upper 20’s to lower 30’s.
Prepare now for the cold weather and just remember to protect the three P’s –Plants, Pets and Pipes!
Enjoy the warmth today!
Monday, November 27, 2006
Monday Night Update
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
Above average temperatures continued across the Big Country today with highs in the 70s. We were able to have mild conditions despite a mostly cloudy sky. A few showers tried to get going in the eastern portions of the viewing area, but faded on radar about as quickly as they formed.
We could see some isolated showers or thunderstorms tonight in association with an upper level disturbance. Breezy conditions and mostly cloudy skies will help keep temperatures mild. Lows will be in the mid to upper 50s.
There should be a little more sunshine tomorrow, but overall it will still be partly cloudy. Breezy south-southwesterly winds look to continue with highs in the mid to upper 70s.
Major changes are expected to begin on Wednesday. A cold front is expected to arrive in the afternoon bringing arctic air into the region. Right now, highs should be in the mid to upper 60s. If the front comes in sooner, we will be cooler. If it arrives later, then we will be warmer. Temperatures will tumble behind the front. There is a 20% chance of showers and thunderstorms ahead and along the front.
Thursday looks to be a cold and raw day. Highs probably won't make it out of the mid 30s. Breezy north winds will put wind chills into the teens and low 20s. An upper level disturbance is expected to move into the area bringing a chance for a wintry mix late Wednesday night into early Thursday. Amounts, if any, look to be light. We will have a hard time accumulating any of the frozen precipitation due to the warm ground. We'll continue to keep an eye on this situation and keep you updated.
Well below average temperatures will continue Friday through Monday. Highs look to be in the mid 40s to around 50 with lows in the mid 20s to low 30s. Since we are expecting well below freezing temperatures for several nights later this week, you need to prepare now for protecting your pets, plants, and pipes.
Have a terrific Tuesday!
Above average temperatures continued across the Big Country today with highs in the 70s. We were able to have mild conditions despite a mostly cloudy sky. A few showers tried to get going in the eastern portions of the viewing area, but faded on radar about as quickly as they formed.
We could see some isolated showers or thunderstorms tonight in association with an upper level disturbance. Breezy conditions and mostly cloudy skies will help keep temperatures mild. Lows will be in the mid to upper 50s.
There should be a little more sunshine tomorrow, but overall it will still be partly cloudy. Breezy south-southwesterly winds look to continue with highs in the mid to upper 70s.
Major changes are expected to begin on Wednesday. A cold front is expected to arrive in the afternoon bringing arctic air into the region. Right now, highs should be in the mid to upper 60s. If the front comes in sooner, we will be cooler. If it arrives later, then we will be warmer. Temperatures will tumble behind the front. There is a 20% chance of showers and thunderstorms ahead and along the front.
Thursday looks to be a cold and raw day. Highs probably won't make it out of the mid 30s. Breezy north winds will put wind chills into the teens and low 20s. An upper level disturbance is expected to move into the area bringing a chance for a wintry mix late Wednesday night into early Thursday. Amounts, if any, look to be light. We will have a hard time accumulating any of the frozen precipitation due to the warm ground. We'll continue to keep an eye on this situation and keep you updated.
Well below average temperatures will continue Friday through Monday. Highs look to be in the mid 40s to around 50 with lows in the mid 20s to low 30s. Since we are expecting well below freezing temperatures for several nights later this week, you need to prepare now for protecting your pets, plants, and pipes.
Have a terrific Tuesday!
Monday Morning Forecast!
From Morning Meteorologist Kristen Connolly ….
Temperatures still stayed warm this weekend despite some cloud cover. We made it into the 70’s and we should once again today and into tomorrow. Today we should see decreasing clouds throughout the day with some afternoon sun peaking through. There is a possibility for our Eastern counties to see an isolated shower. Otherwise it will be breezy with gusts again up to 25 mph. Overnight Temperatures won’t cool off to bad sticking with mid to upper 50’s.
Tomorrow will be our last day of warmer weather for a good while. We should hit upper 70’s with a mix of sun and clouds. Winds will stay stronger and continue into the overnight where temperatures will stay in the mid 50’s.
As our countdown to Christmas gets closer we are in for some Christmas like weather beginning mid week. Wednesday the strong Artic front will push through the Big Country. Exact timing is still a little uncertain however if it moves through early in the day we will see a drastic cool down if it moves through later we will still be able to make it into the 60’s. Right now we have a slight chance for isolated showers however the best chance of precipitation is on Thursday when temperatures will only make it into the mid 30’s. In this case we could see a wintry mix which could cause for some travel headaches. Overnight lows after this front will stick in the 20’s through the weekend. Our highs for the weekend will make it into the 40’s for Friday and just barely hitting 50 on Saturday and Sunday.
Enjoy the warmth while it lasts and have a great week!
Temperatures still stayed warm this weekend despite some cloud cover. We made it into the 70’s and we should once again today and into tomorrow. Today we should see decreasing clouds throughout the day with some afternoon sun peaking through. There is a possibility for our Eastern counties to see an isolated shower. Otherwise it will be breezy with gusts again up to 25 mph. Overnight Temperatures won’t cool off to bad sticking with mid to upper 50’s.
Tomorrow will be our last day of warmer weather for a good while. We should hit upper 70’s with a mix of sun and clouds. Winds will stay stronger and continue into the overnight where temperatures will stay in the mid 50’s.
As our countdown to Christmas gets closer we are in for some Christmas like weather beginning mid week. Wednesday the strong Artic front will push through the Big Country. Exact timing is still a little uncertain however if it moves through early in the day we will see a drastic cool down if it moves through later we will still be able to make it into the 60’s. Right now we have a slight chance for isolated showers however the best chance of precipitation is on Thursday when temperatures will only make it into the mid 30’s. In this case we could see a wintry mix which could cause for some travel headaches. Overnight lows after this front will stick in the 20’s through the weekend. Our highs for the weekend will make it into the 40’s for Friday and just barely hitting 50 on Saturday and Sunday.
Enjoy the warmth while it lasts and have a great week!
Sunday, November 26, 2006
Major Changes This Week
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
Despite mostly cloudy skies today, temperatures were able to make it into the upper 60s to low 70s. Breezy south winds also helped keep us mild.
The mild and breezy conditions will continue for Monday and Tuesday. Skies look to be partly to mostly cloudy. There is a slight chance for rain tomorrow in the eastern portions of the viewing area. Highs should be in the low to mid 70s for both days.
Major changes head our way on Wednesday. A cold front is expected to arrive bringing arcitic air into the Big Country. Breezy conditions will likely continue. The eastern communties of the viewing area have a slight chance for rain. High temperatures that day will depend on when the cold front moves through the area. Right now, it looks like we should be in the mid 60s. If the front moves through earlier in the day, we will be cooler. If it is later, then we will be warmer.
Thursday will be a very cold and raw day. Breezy north winds will make it feel colder than it really is. Highs will likely be in the mid 30s. An upper level disturbance is expected to move into or close to the region Wednesday night into Thursday. There is a 30% chance of precipitation. We could, and I stress the word could, see a wintry mix. There are still a lot of variables that have to play out just right in order for this to happen. Amounts, if any, look to be light. Since we have had warm temperatures much of this past week, whatever does fall will have difficulty sticking to the ground. We will monitor this situation very closely and keep you updated through the upcoming week.
Friday through Sunday look dry with well below average temperatures for this time of year. Highs will range from the mid 40s to low 50s during this time period with lows in the mid to upper 20s. This means we will be dealing with hard freezes this week. Go ahead now and begin preparing to protect your plants, pets, and pipes.
Have a magnificent Monday and enjoy the mild temperatures while they last!
Despite mostly cloudy skies today, temperatures were able to make it into the upper 60s to low 70s. Breezy south winds also helped keep us mild.
The mild and breezy conditions will continue for Monday and Tuesday. Skies look to be partly to mostly cloudy. There is a slight chance for rain tomorrow in the eastern portions of the viewing area. Highs should be in the low to mid 70s for both days.
Major changes head our way on Wednesday. A cold front is expected to arrive bringing arcitic air into the Big Country. Breezy conditions will likely continue. The eastern communties of the viewing area have a slight chance for rain. High temperatures that day will depend on when the cold front moves through the area. Right now, it looks like we should be in the mid 60s. If the front moves through earlier in the day, we will be cooler. If it is later, then we will be warmer.
Thursday will be a very cold and raw day. Breezy north winds will make it feel colder than it really is. Highs will likely be in the mid 30s. An upper level disturbance is expected to move into or close to the region Wednesday night into Thursday. There is a 30% chance of precipitation. We could, and I stress the word could, see a wintry mix. There are still a lot of variables that have to play out just right in order for this to happen. Amounts, if any, look to be light. Since we have had warm temperatures much of this past week, whatever does fall will have difficulty sticking to the ground. We will monitor this situation very closely and keep you updated through the upcoming week.
Friday through Sunday look dry with well below average temperatures for this time of year. Highs will range from the mid 40s to low 50s during this time period with lows in the mid to upper 20s. This means we will be dealing with hard freezes this week. Go ahead now and begin preparing to protect your plants, pets, and pipes.
Have a magnificent Monday and enjoy the mild temperatures while they last!
Saturday, November 25, 2006
Weekend update
Good Evening from Meteorologist Kristen Connolly …
Beautiful conditions have stuck around for the weekend. We did see some cloud cover with some more moisture in the area but even so temperatures still reached into the 70’s in most places. The cloud cover will stick around for the rest of the weekend along with the warm temperatures. Overnight we will stay nice and mild reaching upper 50’s and on for Sunday our highs will stick to just around 70 with Mostly Cloudy skies.
The beginning of the week will be pleasant with the lower 70’s and upper 50’s continuing through Tuesday. Wednesday however we will see big changes as artic air finds its way into the Big Country. For everyone who was ready for some cooler temperatures you will be able to turn that heater on. With a strong Cold front moving through our High temps will only be in the 60’s by Wednesday and on Thursday our highs will only make it into the 40’s. Overnight lows could dip as cold as mid 20’s.
Have a great weekend and get out and enjoy the warmer weather before it gets swept away!
Beautiful conditions have stuck around for the weekend. We did see some cloud cover with some more moisture in the area but even so temperatures still reached into the 70’s in most places. The cloud cover will stick around for the rest of the weekend along with the warm temperatures. Overnight we will stay nice and mild reaching upper 50’s and on for Sunday our highs will stick to just around 70 with Mostly Cloudy skies.
The beginning of the week will be pleasant with the lower 70’s and upper 50’s continuing through Tuesday. Wednesday however we will see big changes as artic air finds its way into the Big Country. For everyone who was ready for some cooler temperatures you will be able to turn that heater on. With a strong Cold front moving through our High temps will only be in the 60’s by Wednesday and on Thursday our highs will only make it into the 40’s. Overnight lows could dip as cold as mid 20’s.
Have a great weekend and get out and enjoy the warmer weather before it gets swept away!
Friday, November 24, 2006
Friday Night Update
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
It was a pleasant day for some shopping on this Black Friday. Above average temperatures continued in the area with just about everyone having highs in the 70s. Brownwood managed to reach the low 80s. We were cooler by a couple of degrees thanks to some afternoon clouds.
Clouds will be on the increase this weekend and early next week. The high pressure system which has dominated over the region the last few days has shifted eastward. This will help push Gulf of Mexico moisture into the Big Country over the coming days. We will likely see mostly cloudy skies Saturday through Tuesday. An upper level disturbance may move through on Monday. There is a slight chance of showers and maybe a thunderstorm for the eastern portions of the viewing area. It looks like the best dynamics and moisture for precipitation will be in the eastern half of the state.
Major changes are expected to take place beginning Wednesday. A cold front is expected to arrive druing the middle of this upcoming week. Arctic air will move in behind the front. It looks like this will be the coldest air we have seen so far this season. Highs Thursday and Friday will be in the mid 40s to around 50 with lows in the mid 20s to around 30. We will continue to keep you updated on this next surge of arctic air.
Have a super Saturday!
It was a pleasant day for some shopping on this Black Friday. Above average temperatures continued in the area with just about everyone having highs in the 70s. Brownwood managed to reach the low 80s. We were cooler by a couple of degrees thanks to some afternoon clouds.
Clouds will be on the increase this weekend and early next week. The high pressure system which has dominated over the region the last few days has shifted eastward. This will help push Gulf of Mexico moisture into the Big Country over the coming days. We will likely see mostly cloudy skies Saturday through Tuesday. An upper level disturbance may move through on Monday. There is a slight chance of showers and maybe a thunderstorm for the eastern portions of the viewing area. It looks like the best dynamics and moisture for precipitation will be in the eastern half of the state.
Major changes are expected to take place beginning Wednesday. A cold front is expected to arrive druing the middle of this upcoming week. Arctic air will move in behind the front. It looks like this will be the coldest air we have seen so far this season. Highs Thursday and Friday will be in the mid 40s to around 50 with lows in the mid 20s to around 30. We will continue to keep you updated on this next surge of arctic air.
Have a super Saturday!
Holiday Weekend
Good Morning Everyone from Morning Meteorologist Kristen Connolly…
Hope you all enjoyed your Thanksgiving, weather wise it turned out to be a beautiful day with not a cloud in the sky and very warm temperatures! For all the shoppers out there, it looks like you are in for some perfect weather. Again today we will hit temperatures around 80 degrees with our lows overnight in the lower 50’s. Even as people waited outside this morning for the sales the temperatures stayed relatively warm in the upper 50’s in Abilene. For all the football fans, we should stay mild throughout game time with lower 60’s so you will be able to leave home without the blankets.
As the High pressure system that has been dominating moves off to the East we will open the gulf up and finally be able to get some moisture into the Big Country. This will cause us to finally get some cloud cover, however the rain chances really looking slim. Temperatures will cool down a little; into the lower 70’s but still stay relatively above average until mid next week.
Wednesday we will push through our next cold front and this will be a strong one. We will go from temperatures in the 70’s to close to 50, with overnight lows to just around freezing.
For now, enjoy the sunshine and warm temperatures, and have a great Holiday weekend!
Hope you all enjoyed your Thanksgiving, weather wise it turned out to be a beautiful day with not a cloud in the sky and very warm temperatures! For all the shoppers out there, it looks like you are in for some perfect weather. Again today we will hit temperatures around 80 degrees with our lows overnight in the lower 50’s. Even as people waited outside this morning for the sales the temperatures stayed relatively warm in the upper 50’s in Abilene. For all the football fans, we should stay mild throughout game time with lower 60’s so you will be able to leave home without the blankets.
As the High pressure system that has been dominating moves off to the East we will open the gulf up and finally be able to get some moisture into the Big Country. This will cause us to finally get some cloud cover, however the rain chances really looking slim. Temperatures will cool down a little; into the lower 70’s but still stay relatively above average until mid next week.
Wednesday we will push through our next cold front and this will be a strong one. We will go from temperatures in the 70’s to close to 50, with overnight lows to just around freezing.
For now, enjoy the sunshine and warm temperatures, and have a great Holiday weekend!
Thursday, November 23, 2006
A Beautiful Thanksgiving Day
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
Happy Thanksgiving everyone! I hope you have had a wonderful day eating great food and spending time with friends and family. Except for being a bit warm for this time of year, it was a picture perfect day. Highs were in the upper 70s to low 80s. There was a breeze from the southwest.
If you are going to be shopping tomorrow, it looks like the weather will be pleasant. We'll begin the morning with temperatures in the 50s except in low-lying areas where it will be in the 40s. Another warm afternoon is on tap for us with highs in the upper 70s to low 80s. Winds will be from the south-southwest at 10 to 15 mph.
The high pressure system that has kept us warm and dry much of this week will shift eastward this weekend. That will allow Gulf of Mexico moisture to move into the area. We can expect partly to mostly cloudy skies Saturday through Wednesday. There is a slight chance for rain on Monday, but the best moisture and dynamics will likely be in the eastern portions of the state. Highs this weekend through Tuesday of next week are expected to be in the low 70s.
A cold front looks to arrive on Wednesday beginning a major change for us. This front will help usher arctic air into the area that will probably be with us for a while. Temperatures should be well below average for this time of year beginning next Thursday. We'll continue to keep you updated on this situation.
Have a fantastic Friday!
Happy Thanksgiving everyone! I hope you have had a wonderful day eating great food and spending time with friends and family. Except for being a bit warm for this time of year, it was a picture perfect day. Highs were in the upper 70s to low 80s. There was a breeze from the southwest.
If you are going to be shopping tomorrow, it looks like the weather will be pleasant. We'll begin the morning with temperatures in the 50s except in low-lying areas where it will be in the 40s. Another warm afternoon is on tap for us with highs in the upper 70s to low 80s. Winds will be from the south-southwest at 10 to 15 mph.
The high pressure system that has kept us warm and dry much of this week will shift eastward this weekend. That will allow Gulf of Mexico moisture to move into the area. We can expect partly to mostly cloudy skies Saturday through Wednesday. There is a slight chance for rain on Monday, but the best moisture and dynamics will likely be in the eastern portions of the state. Highs this weekend through Tuesday of next week are expected to be in the low 70s.
A cold front looks to arrive on Wednesday beginning a major change for us. This front will help usher arctic air into the area that will probably be with us for a while. Temperatures should be well below average for this time of year beginning next Thursday. We'll continue to keep you updated on this situation.
Have a fantastic Friday!
Wednesday, November 22, 2006
Wednesday Night Update
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
It was a beautiful, but warm Wednesday as highs reached the upper 70s here in the Big Country. With high pressure remaining in control, the sky was sunny all afternoon. Breezy conditions were experienced as well.
Thanksgiving looks to be a repeat of today with highs in the upper 70s to low 80s. With breezy conditions continuing, you'll still want to be careful if you are travelling in a high profile vehicle on the highway. Otherwise, enjoy another pleasant day by eating turkey on the back porch, taking a post meal walk, or playing a football game in the backyard.
The upper level high pressure ridge should shift eastward Friday and into the weekend. This will cause a slight cooling of temperatures. More moisture is expected to arrive Saturday and Sunday bringing partly cloudy skies to the area. Highs during this time period will be in the low to mid 70s.
There is a slight chance of rain Sunday through Tuesday. It is only a slight chance because the best dynamics will be in the eastern portions of the state. There is also a question as to whether or not we will have enough moisture in place at all levels of the atmosphere. Highs early next week should be in the low 70s.
A cold front is expected to arrive late Tuesday bringing us much cooler conditions for next week. It look like highs will finally return closer to average for this time of year.
Have a terrific Thanksgiving!
It was a beautiful, but warm Wednesday as highs reached the upper 70s here in the Big Country. With high pressure remaining in control, the sky was sunny all afternoon. Breezy conditions were experienced as well.
Thanksgiving looks to be a repeat of today with highs in the upper 70s to low 80s. With breezy conditions continuing, you'll still want to be careful if you are travelling in a high profile vehicle on the highway. Otherwise, enjoy another pleasant day by eating turkey on the back porch, taking a post meal walk, or playing a football game in the backyard.
The upper level high pressure ridge should shift eastward Friday and into the weekend. This will cause a slight cooling of temperatures. More moisture is expected to arrive Saturday and Sunday bringing partly cloudy skies to the area. Highs during this time period will be in the low to mid 70s.
There is a slight chance of rain Sunday through Tuesday. It is only a slight chance because the best dynamics will be in the eastern portions of the state. There is also a question as to whether or not we will have enough moisture in place at all levels of the atmosphere. Highs early next week should be in the low 70s.
A cold front is expected to arrive late Tuesday bringing us much cooler conditions for next week. It look like highs will finally return closer to average for this time of year.
Have a terrific Thanksgiving!
Happy Thanksgiving!
From Morning Meteorologist Kristen Connolly,
A High pressure around Eastern Texas has been causing beautiful weather, bringing in lots of warm temperatures and plenty of sunshine. Traveling around our area to your holiday destination won’t be much of a problem except we might have some gusty winds so take note if you will be in a high profile vehicle. We will again warm up today to much above average for this time of year- near 15 degrees. Into the overnight we will see some brisk temperatures in the lower 50’s to upper 40’s, but still above average.
Thanksgiving will be a warm one, again around 15 degrees above average. With plenty of sunshine it will be perfect to get the family out and play your favorite holiday sport. Temperatures will reach near 80 degrees. Friday we will bring in our next cold front however we won’t see much cooler temperatures and the overnight will stay mild with the lower 50’s- probably a good thing to still grab that jacket if you will be going out for early morning shopping Friday. Temperatures throughout the weekend and into early next week will stay in the upper 60’s to lower 70’s with our next front arriving Monday into Tuesday. We should also be able to pull in some gulf moisture giving us a little cloud clover.
Have a great Thanksgiving and be safe!
A High pressure around Eastern Texas has been causing beautiful weather, bringing in lots of warm temperatures and plenty of sunshine. Traveling around our area to your holiday destination won’t be much of a problem except we might have some gusty winds so take note if you will be in a high profile vehicle. We will again warm up today to much above average for this time of year- near 15 degrees. Into the overnight we will see some brisk temperatures in the lower 50’s to upper 40’s, but still above average.
Thanksgiving will be a warm one, again around 15 degrees above average. With plenty of sunshine it will be perfect to get the family out and play your favorite holiday sport. Temperatures will reach near 80 degrees. Friday we will bring in our next cold front however we won’t see much cooler temperatures and the overnight will stay mild with the lower 50’s- probably a good thing to still grab that jacket if you will be going out for early morning shopping Friday. Temperatures throughout the weekend and into early next week will stay in the upper 60’s to lower 70’s with our next front arriving Monday into Tuesday. We should also be able to pull in some gulf moisture giving us a little cloud clover.
Have a great Thanksgiving and be safe!
Tuesday, November 21, 2006
Tuesday Night Update
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
Above average temperatures returned to the area today. Highs were in the low 70s. Breezy conditions were also back with winds from the southwest at 10 to 20 mph. Gusts were as high as 30 mph.
An upper level high pressure ridge and a high presssure at the surface will combine to keep things dry and warm for us through Thanksgiving. Highs will be in the upper 70s with winds remaining breezy. If you are travelling in the Big Country or the Lone Star State for the holiday, you shouldn't have any weather related problems.
A weak cold front is expected to move into the region on Friday helping to cool us down into the low 70s for highs.
More moisture should build into the area this weekend. Partly cloudy skies should develop Saturday and Sunday. There is a slight chance of rain on Sunday. The eastern portions of the viewing area have the best shot at seeing precipitation. Highs look to be in the mid to upper 60s.
Have a wonderful Wednesday!
Above average temperatures returned to the area today. Highs were in the low 70s. Breezy conditions were also back with winds from the southwest at 10 to 20 mph. Gusts were as high as 30 mph.
An upper level high pressure ridge and a high presssure at the surface will combine to keep things dry and warm for us through Thanksgiving. Highs will be in the upper 70s with winds remaining breezy. If you are travelling in the Big Country or the Lone Star State for the holiday, you shouldn't have any weather related problems.
A weak cold front is expected to move into the region on Friday helping to cool us down into the low 70s for highs.
More moisture should build into the area this weekend. Partly cloudy skies should develop Saturday and Sunday. There is a slight chance of rain on Sunday. The eastern portions of the viewing area have the best shot at seeing precipitation. Highs look to be in the mid to upper 60s.
Have a wonderful Wednesday!
Warming Trend
Good Morning from Morning Meteorologist Kristen Connolly…
Temperatures only stuck in the lower 60’s despite the plentiful sunshine. Overnight was again a chilly one in some places, Brownwood getting down into the upper 20’s with our friends in Abilene staying in the 40’s.
It will be great week for all the kids who have this week off of school and want to get out and play! Today we should see a warming in temperatures that will stick around until Thanksgiving. This is because of an upper level ridge and a high pressure system at the surface is helping to bring in the southwesterly winds which in turn will warm us up. Along with the warmth we could see some gusty conditions today and tomorrow with winds getting up to 20 mph. Temperatures should stay around 70 for today across the region with a few degrees increase tomorrow to around mid 70’s and by Thanksgiving even seeing upper 70’s. Lows over the next few days should be just around 50 degrees. Plenty of sunshine will help with all the travel plans around the area and across the Western part of the US. However a Low pressure system off the Carolinas is causing some problems. Please pay attention for delays if your plans are leading you over to that neck of the woods.
By Friday our next cold front will push into the Big Country and bring us back to seasonal temperatures for the weekend. Highs will only be in the mid 60’s Saturday and Sunday. With our next system we should also be able bring in some moisture, although right now not looking like enough to cause any precipitation.
Have a great day!
Temperatures only stuck in the lower 60’s despite the plentiful sunshine. Overnight was again a chilly one in some places, Brownwood getting down into the upper 20’s with our friends in Abilene staying in the 40’s.
It will be great week for all the kids who have this week off of school and want to get out and play! Today we should see a warming in temperatures that will stick around until Thanksgiving. This is because of an upper level ridge and a high pressure system at the surface is helping to bring in the southwesterly winds which in turn will warm us up. Along with the warmth we could see some gusty conditions today and tomorrow with winds getting up to 20 mph. Temperatures should stay around 70 for today across the region with a few degrees increase tomorrow to around mid 70’s and by Thanksgiving even seeing upper 70’s. Lows over the next few days should be just around 50 degrees. Plenty of sunshine will help with all the travel plans around the area and across the Western part of the US. However a Low pressure system off the Carolinas is causing some problems. Please pay attention for delays if your plans are leading you over to that neck of the woods.
By Friday our next cold front will push into the Big Country and bring us back to seasonal temperatures for the weekend. Highs will only be in the mid 60’s Saturday and Sunday. With our next system we should also be able bring in some moisture, although right now not looking like enough to cause any precipitation.
Have a great day!
Monday, November 20, 2006
Monday Night Update
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
It was another pleasant day across the Big Country with seasonal temperatures. Highs were in the upper 50s to mid 60s.
An upper level high pressure ridge will build into the region and hang around through Thanksgiving. This means dry conditions and above average temperatures for the holiday. Highs will be in the low 70s tomorrow before reaching the upper 7os on Thursday. It doesn't look like we will have any weather related travel problems here in the Big Country except for breezy conditions the next couple of days. Winds are expected to be from the southwest at 10 to 20 mph. The fire danger will be elevated Tuesday and Wednesday so be careful.
A cold front should arrive on Friday beginning a cooling trend that will last into the weekend. Unfortunately, rain chances are less than slight. The best dynamics will be east of the area so it looks like another dry week for us. We may see an increase in clouds Saturday and Sunday. Highs on Friday should be in the low 70s with 60s returning this weekend.
Have a terrific Tuesday!
It was another pleasant day across the Big Country with seasonal temperatures. Highs were in the upper 50s to mid 60s.
An upper level high pressure ridge will build into the region and hang around through Thanksgiving. This means dry conditions and above average temperatures for the holiday. Highs will be in the low 70s tomorrow before reaching the upper 7os on Thursday. It doesn't look like we will have any weather related travel problems here in the Big Country except for breezy conditions the next couple of days. Winds are expected to be from the southwest at 10 to 20 mph. The fire danger will be elevated Tuesday and Wednesday so be careful.
A cold front should arrive on Friday beginning a cooling trend that will last into the weekend. Unfortunately, rain chances are less than slight. The best dynamics will be east of the area so it looks like another dry week for us. We may see an increase in clouds Saturday and Sunday. Highs on Friday should be in the low 70s with 60s returning this weekend.
Have a terrific Tuesday!
Warm week for the Holidays!
From Morning Meteorologist Kristen Connolly…
Beautiful conditions continued for the weekend thanks to a High pressure system and it looks like the holiday week will be much of the same! Temperatures today will start of relatively cooler, even in the 30’s in some places, so grab the jackets as you get out this morning. We will only make it into the mid 60’s by the afternoon but plenty of sunshine will make it feel a little warmer. One more night of overnight lows dipping into the lower 40’s to upper 30’s however this will be the last we will see of the cooler temperatures for a few days!
The southwesterly winds will begin to kick up and warm us up on Tuesday and things should only continue to warm until Thanksgiving. You may even be able to break out the t shirts by holiday! With Sunny skies highs through the mid week should reach into the mid 70’s with overnight lows just around 50 degrees. It will be perfect weather for traveling and all your holiday plans! Friday our next front will come through cooling us off for the weekend even bringing some clouds and maybe a slight chance for some rain Sunday. We will see how this all plays out over the next few days.
Have a great holiday week!
Beautiful conditions continued for the weekend thanks to a High pressure system and it looks like the holiday week will be much of the same! Temperatures today will start of relatively cooler, even in the 30’s in some places, so grab the jackets as you get out this morning. We will only make it into the mid 60’s by the afternoon but plenty of sunshine will make it feel a little warmer. One more night of overnight lows dipping into the lower 40’s to upper 30’s however this will be the last we will see of the cooler temperatures for a few days!
The southwesterly winds will begin to kick up and warm us up on Tuesday and things should only continue to warm until Thanksgiving. You may even be able to break out the t shirts by holiday! With Sunny skies highs through the mid week should reach into the mid 70’s with overnight lows just around 50 degrees. It will be perfect weather for traveling and all your holiday plans! Friday our next front will come through cooling us off for the weekend even bringing some clouds and maybe a slight chance for some rain Sunday. We will see how this all plays out over the next few days.
Have a great holiday week!
Saturday, November 18, 2006
Saturday Night Update
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
Comfortable conditions remained around the Big Country today with highs in the upper 60s to low 70s. Skies were sunny all day and are expected to remain clear tonight. That is good because the Leonid meteor shower will be peaking. The best time to see it will be tonight from 10:45 p.m. until 12:30 a.m. There may be over 100 meteors per hour during that time. You will not need a telescope or binoculars. Be sure you are in a clear spot away from city lights and look eastward.
Cooler temperatures should be with us tomorrow with highs in the upper 50s to low 60s. Mostly sunny skies are expected.
An upper level high pressure ridge looks to build into the region early next week. This will cause a warming trend for us. Highs are expected to be in the mid 60s on Monday before reaching the mid 70s on Wednesday. Breezy conditions are likely Tuesday through Thursday. Overall, it looks like it will be pleasant for the Thanksgiving holiday.
Have a spectacular Sunday!
Comfortable conditions remained around the Big Country today with highs in the upper 60s to low 70s. Skies were sunny all day and are expected to remain clear tonight. That is good because the Leonid meteor shower will be peaking. The best time to see it will be tonight from 10:45 p.m. until 12:30 a.m. There may be over 100 meteors per hour during that time. You will not need a telescope or binoculars. Be sure you are in a clear spot away from city lights and look eastward.
Cooler temperatures should be with us tomorrow with highs in the upper 50s to low 60s. Mostly sunny skies are expected.
An upper level high pressure ridge looks to build into the region early next week. This will cause a warming trend for us. Highs are expected to be in the mid 60s on Monday before reaching the mid 70s on Wednesday. Breezy conditions are likely Tuesday through Thursday. Overall, it looks like it will be pleasant for the Thanksgiving holiday.
Have a spectacular Sunday!
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