From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
We had another warm day here in the Big Country with highs in the 80s except for Snyder which made it to 90. We still have not reached that mark officially at Abilene Regional Airport this year. The cap held pretty strong over our area, but there was one thunderstorm in Comanche county late this afternoon. Thunderstorms continue to develop to our west. That cluster of showers and storms should move through at least the northern portions of the area overnight.
Showers and thunderstorms are possible Friday through Tuesday. The chances are 20% to 30% during the day and increase to 30% to 40% for the overnight hours. The reason for the higher chances of rain at night is because we will be in a northwest flow aloft. It is probable that showers and thunderstorms will develop in the panhandle region and then move into our area. The other reasons for rain are that we will have plenty of moisture, warm temperatures, upper level disturbances and outflow boundaries from the previous day's activity. Our best shot at rain looks to be Sunday due to an approaching cold front. It is possible for us to see some severe thunderstorms during this time period. As always, we will be keeping a close eye on anything that develops. Highs will be in the mid to upper 80s.
An upper level high pressure ridge is still expected to build into the area Wednesday. This will bring hot temperatures and mainly dry conditions to us. Highs should reach the low 90s.
Have a fantastic Friday!
Thursday, May 31, 2007
Thursday Morning Update
Good Morning from Morning Meteorologist Kristen Connolly…
Yesterday was a warm and muggy day around the area. We had all the ingredients in place for thunderstorms – moisture, heat, a stationary front and dryline – and by around 7 pm thunderstorms began to pop. Through the overnight we have seen a few more thunderstorms break out around Brownwood with otherwise overcast skies.
Today the front that is over our area will wash out return our winds to the south/southeast. We will also see decreasing clouds and hopefully by the afternoon get some sunshine back in here. We could again see a few thunderstorms with a chance of them becoming severe. The best chance will be towards the evening especially in our northern counties. Temperatures will hit the mid 80’s with overnight lows in the upper 60’s.
For the weekend northwest flow aloft will help to throw disturbances our way. We still have plenty of moisture in our area so we can’t rule out a few thunderstorms for the weekend. With plenty of sunshine and very warm temperatures in the mid 80’s still pleasant for any outdoor plans. By Sunday our next front will push into the area although it will be very weak and not make much of an impact except aid in chance for thunderstorms.
By mid next week a high pressure ridge should develop changing our wet pattern to a dry one and get those temperatures in the 90’s.
Have a great day!
Yesterday was a warm and muggy day around the area. We had all the ingredients in place for thunderstorms – moisture, heat, a stationary front and dryline – and by around 7 pm thunderstorms began to pop. Through the overnight we have seen a few more thunderstorms break out around Brownwood with otherwise overcast skies.
Today the front that is over our area will wash out return our winds to the south/southeast. We will also see decreasing clouds and hopefully by the afternoon get some sunshine back in here. We could again see a few thunderstorms with a chance of them becoming severe. The best chance will be towards the evening especially in our northern counties. Temperatures will hit the mid 80’s with overnight lows in the upper 60’s.
For the weekend northwest flow aloft will help to throw disturbances our way. We still have plenty of moisture in our area so we can’t rule out a few thunderstorms for the weekend. With plenty of sunshine and very warm temperatures in the mid 80’s still pleasant for any outdoor plans. By Sunday our next front will push into the area although it will be very weak and not make much of an impact except aid in chance for thunderstorms.
By mid next week a high pressure ridge should develop changing our wet pattern to a dry one and get those temperatures in the 90’s.
Have a great day!
Wednesday, May 30, 2007
Wednesday Night Update
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
The cold front we have been talking about this week arrived today. It stalled in the area this afternoon. Despite that lifting mechanism and an outflow boundary, warm temperatures and plenty of moisture, we didn't have any thunderstorms until this evening. The cap is what kept us from seeing thunderstorms until late in the day. It is warm air aloft that inhibits thunderstorms from developing. The isolated storms that developed reached severe limits this evening in Shackelford, Stephens, Callahan, Coleman, Runnels and Taylor counties. They were capable of producing quarter size hail and winds in excess of 60 mph.
The chance for showers and thunderstorms will continue tomorrow at 30%. Some of the storms could once again reach severe limits. The main threats will be large hail and damaging winds. The front will still be in or near the area as well as some outflow boundaries from today's activity. It is the northern half of the viewing area that has the best chance at seeing severe weather. Highs tomorrow look to reach the mid to upper 80s.
A series of upper level disturbances should move across the region Friday through Tuesday. With plenty of moisture expected to remain in place, showers and thunderstorms will remain possible. For most of those days, it will only be a 20% chance. However, Sunday has the best chance at 30%. It is not out of the question for there to be some isolated severe thunderstorms during this time period. Highs should be in the mid to upper 80s.
An upper level high pressure ridge looks to build into the region by next Wednesday. This would mean hot and dry conditions for us. Highs will likely be in the low 90s. If we have not done so by then, it would be the first time Abilene and many of us have experienced that temperature this year.
Have a terrific Thursday!
The cold front we have been talking about this week arrived today. It stalled in the area this afternoon. Despite that lifting mechanism and an outflow boundary, warm temperatures and plenty of moisture, we didn't have any thunderstorms until this evening. The cap is what kept us from seeing thunderstorms until late in the day. It is warm air aloft that inhibits thunderstorms from developing. The isolated storms that developed reached severe limits this evening in Shackelford, Stephens, Callahan, Coleman, Runnels and Taylor counties. They were capable of producing quarter size hail and winds in excess of 60 mph.
The chance for showers and thunderstorms will continue tomorrow at 30%. Some of the storms could once again reach severe limits. The main threats will be large hail and damaging winds. The front will still be in or near the area as well as some outflow boundaries from today's activity. It is the northern half of the viewing area that has the best chance at seeing severe weather. Highs tomorrow look to reach the mid to upper 80s.
A series of upper level disturbances should move across the region Friday through Tuesday. With plenty of moisture expected to remain in place, showers and thunderstorms will remain possible. For most of those days, it will only be a 20% chance. However, Sunday has the best chance at 30%. It is not out of the question for there to be some isolated severe thunderstorms during this time period. Highs should be in the mid to upper 80s.
An upper level high pressure ridge looks to build into the region by next Wednesday. This would mean hot and dry conditions for us. Highs will likely be in the low 90s. If we have not done so by then, it would be the first time Abilene and many of us have experienced that temperature this year.
Have a terrific Thursday!
Wednesday Update
Good Morning from Morning Meteorologist Kristen Connolly…
Overnight has been quiet across the Big Country, a big change from the storms that rolled through just 24 hours before. This morning temperatures are starting off in the upper 60’s to lower 70’s with just a few scattered clouds.
A Cold front that will bring our next rain chances to the area is currently located in the Panhandle just south of Amarillo. Also to aid in the rain chances is the dry line that is just west of our area. For the rest of the day we will see partly sunny skies with thunderstorms possible to develop as early as noon. Again with these storms we could see some become severe. Temperatures will get into the upper 80’s.
The front should start to make it’s by afternoon/early evening and may stall out just over the Big Country tonight. This will keep thunderstorms in the forecast through the overnight with lows in the upper 60’s.
Thanks to the front we will drop temperatures just slightly tomorrow, back into the mid 80’s. We will keep the rain chances in Thursday but will start the weekend off dry and warm the temperatures back into the upper 80’s. We have not hit a 90 degree mark yet this year in Abilene and we will be getting close if not hitting it over the next couple days.
Saturday through early next week we will put rain chances back on the board thanks to our next trough. Again temperatures will be in the upper 80’s with lows in the upper 60’s.
Have a great day!
Overnight has been quiet across the Big Country, a big change from the storms that rolled through just 24 hours before. This morning temperatures are starting off in the upper 60’s to lower 70’s with just a few scattered clouds.
A Cold front that will bring our next rain chances to the area is currently located in the Panhandle just south of Amarillo. Also to aid in the rain chances is the dry line that is just west of our area. For the rest of the day we will see partly sunny skies with thunderstorms possible to develop as early as noon. Again with these storms we could see some become severe. Temperatures will get into the upper 80’s.
The front should start to make it’s by afternoon/early evening and may stall out just over the Big Country tonight. This will keep thunderstorms in the forecast through the overnight with lows in the upper 60’s.
Thanks to the front we will drop temperatures just slightly tomorrow, back into the mid 80’s. We will keep the rain chances in Thursday but will start the weekend off dry and warm the temperatures back into the upper 80’s. We have not hit a 90 degree mark yet this year in Abilene and we will be getting close if not hitting it over the next couple days.
Saturday through early next week we will put rain chances back on the board thanks to our next trough. Again temperatures will be in the upper 80’s with lows in the upper 60’s.
Have a great day!
Tuesday, May 29, 2007
The Chance For Rain Continues
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
Many of us experienced showers and thunderstorms last night. Comanche, Eastland and Stephens counties had another round of rain during the late morning and early afternoon hours. A few of the storms last night and today were severe and capable of producing penny to golf ball size hail and winds in excess of 60 mph. Abilene Regional Airport reported 1.03" of rain with last night's activity. That now puts us close to 14 inches for the year and over 6 inches above where we should be at this point. We are doing really well on our rain and may see even more over the next seven days.
The upper level low that brought us our rain last night is moving into the eastern portions of the state this evening. The dryline remains to our west. With the amount of moisture that we have in place, we could see some isolated showers and thunderstorms tonight. The chance is only 20% and once the sun sets we can pretty much take the dryline out of the equation if nothing has fired along it by then.
A cold front is expected to arrive late tomorrow afternoon and evening. It could end up stalling south of the area on Thursday. The chance for showers and thunderstorms is 30%. Some of the storms we see could reach severe limits. The Storm Prediction Center has the northern portions of the viewing area under a slight risk for severe weather. The main threats look to be large hail and damaging winds. As always, we will keep a close eye on any storms that develop and let you know if any watches or warnings are issued. Highs tomorrow should be in the mid 80s to around 90. Thursday will be cooler with highs in the low to mid 80s under mostly cloudy skies.
Friday looks to be dry with highs in the mid to upper 80s under partly cloudy skies.
A series of upper level disturbances may move through the region this weekend and early next week. With plenty of moisture expected to be in place, showers and thunderstorms will once again be possible. Right now, there is a slight chance for rain on Saturday and a 20% chance for precipitation on Sunday and Monday. Highs should be in the upper 80s with some locations reaching the low 90s.
Have a wonderful Wednesday!
Many of us experienced showers and thunderstorms last night. Comanche, Eastland and Stephens counties had another round of rain during the late morning and early afternoon hours. A few of the storms last night and today were severe and capable of producing penny to golf ball size hail and winds in excess of 60 mph. Abilene Regional Airport reported 1.03" of rain with last night's activity. That now puts us close to 14 inches for the year and over 6 inches above where we should be at this point. We are doing really well on our rain and may see even more over the next seven days.
The upper level low that brought us our rain last night is moving into the eastern portions of the state this evening. The dryline remains to our west. With the amount of moisture that we have in place, we could see some isolated showers and thunderstorms tonight. The chance is only 20% and once the sun sets we can pretty much take the dryline out of the equation if nothing has fired along it by then.
A cold front is expected to arrive late tomorrow afternoon and evening. It could end up stalling south of the area on Thursday. The chance for showers and thunderstorms is 30%. Some of the storms we see could reach severe limits. The Storm Prediction Center has the northern portions of the viewing area under a slight risk for severe weather. The main threats look to be large hail and damaging winds. As always, we will keep a close eye on any storms that develop and let you know if any watches or warnings are issued. Highs tomorrow should be in the mid 80s to around 90. Thursday will be cooler with highs in the low to mid 80s under mostly cloudy skies.
Friday looks to be dry with highs in the mid to upper 80s under partly cloudy skies.
A series of upper level disturbances may move through the region this weekend and early next week. With plenty of moisture expected to be in place, showers and thunderstorms will once again be possible. Right now, there is a slight chance for rain on Saturday and a 20% chance for precipitation on Sunday and Monday. Highs should be in the upper 80s with some locations reaching the low 90s.
Have a wonderful Wednesday!
Tuesday, May 22, 2007
Tuesday Night Update
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
We started off this morning with mostly cloudy skies and some fog. By this afternoon though there was plenty of sunshine and that helped us to have our warmest temperatures since last Tuesday. Highs were mainly in the low to mid 80s. The dryline made it all the way to the western edge of the viewing area, but no thunderstorms developed along it and moved into the region. The reason we had no rain today was due to something called subsidence. This is sinking air that was left in the wake of the upper level disturbance that was in the eastern part of the state today.
The dryline will once again be close to or possibly in the area tomorrow. With plenty of moisture in place, isolated thunderstorms will once again be possible during the day. The chance for rain is 20%. Any storm we see has the potential to be severe. The northern half of the viewing area is under a slight risk for severe weather according to the Storm Predicition Center. Highs look to be in the mid to upper 80s under partly to mostly cloudy skies.
The cold front we have been expecting this week will not make it into the area until Thursday morning. The chance for showers and thunderstorms will increase to 40%. Highs should be in the mid to upper 70s.
The front may stall in the area on Friday so the chance for showers and thunderstorms will continue. That chance is 40%. Highs will be in the upper 70s to low 80s under mostly cloudy skies.
Some upper level disturbances could move through the area this weekend. With plenty of moisture still expected to be in place, there is a 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms. Highs look to be in the low to mid 80s.
We could see some isolated thunderstorms on Monday, Memorial Day, as well. The chance for precipitation is 20%. Highs will be in the mid 80s.
Have a wonderful Wednesday!
We started off this morning with mostly cloudy skies and some fog. By this afternoon though there was plenty of sunshine and that helped us to have our warmest temperatures since last Tuesday. Highs were mainly in the low to mid 80s. The dryline made it all the way to the western edge of the viewing area, but no thunderstorms developed along it and moved into the region. The reason we had no rain today was due to something called subsidence. This is sinking air that was left in the wake of the upper level disturbance that was in the eastern part of the state today.
The dryline will once again be close to or possibly in the area tomorrow. With plenty of moisture in place, isolated thunderstorms will once again be possible during the day. The chance for rain is 20%. Any storm we see has the potential to be severe. The northern half of the viewing area is under a slight risk for severe weather according to the Storm Predicition Center. Highs look to be in the mid to upper 80s under partly to mostly cloudy skies.
The cold front we have been expecting this week will not make it into the area until Thursday morning. The chance for showers and thunderstorms will increase to 40%. Highs should be in the mid to upper 70s.
The front may stall in the area on Friday so the chance for showers and thunderstorms will continue. That chance is 40%. Highs will be in the upper 70s to low 80s under mostly cloudy skies.
Some upper level disturbances could move through the area this weekend. With plenty of moisture still expected to be in place, there is a 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms. Highs look to be in the low to mid 80s.
We could see some isolated thunderstorms on Monday, Memorial Day, as well. The chance for precipitation is 20%. Highs will be in the mid 80s.
Have a wonderful Wednesday!
Tuesday Morning Update
Good Morning from Morning Meteorologist Kristen Connolly…
Throughout the overnight hours storms have stayed off in East Texas as we have mainly seen mostly cloudy skies. However, there have been a few breaks with some stars shining through. As a disturbance pushes off to the East this morning we will see decreasing clouds. This will help get our temperatures back into the lower 80’s as we are able to see some sunshine by the afternoon. There will be the possibility to see a few Thunderstorms develop along the dryline that should stay just west of our area. If we do see any activity it should be in the late afternoon to early overnight. Low temperatures will stay in the upper 60’s.
Tomorrow looks to be the driest on tap with a mix of sun and clouds. A front will be arriving, right now pushing through the Big Country in the evening. I think we will be able to hold of the development of showers through the afternoon. Before the front we will see warm temperatures in the mid 80’s.
Through the evening into Thursday will be our best chance of rain this week and also severe weather. Our area right now is under a slight risk from the storm prediction center. We will see cooler highs back in the upper 70’s with lows in the lower 60’s.
Through the Memorial Day weekend we will keep temperatures in the low 80’s and mid 60’s with a 20% chance of storms as a few disturbances pass through the area.
Have a great week!
Throughout the overnight hours storms have stayed off in East Texas as we have mainly seen mostly cloudy skies. However, there have been a few breaks with some stars shining through. As a disturbance pushes off to the East this morning we will see decreasing clouds. This will help get our temperatures back into the lower 80’s as we are able to see some sunshine by the afternoon. There will be the possibility to see a few Thunderstorms develop along the dryline that should stay just west of our area. If we do see any activity it should be in the late afternoon to early overnight. Low temperatures will stay in the upper 60’s.
Tomorrow looks to be the driest on tap with a mix of sun and clouds. A front will be arriving, right now pushing through the Big Country in the evening. I think we will be able to hold of the development of showers through the afternoon. Before the front we will see warm temperatures in the mid 80’s.
Through the evening into Thursday will be our best chance of rain this week and also severe weather. Our area right now is under a slight risk from the storm prediction center. We will see cooler highs back in the upper 70’s with lows in the lower 60’s.
Through the Memorial Day weekend we will keep temperatures in the low 80’s and mid 60’s with a 20% chance of storms as a few disturbances pass through the area.
Have a great week!
Monday, May 21, 2007
Several Chances For Rain This Week
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
The skies looked threatening all day, but very few of us saw rain. A few showers and thunderstorms moved through the eastern and southern portions of the viewing area. Highs were in the low to mid 70s which is well below average for this time of year.
While the storms today didn't reach severe limits, they could over the next couple of days. In fact, the Storm Predicition Center has the western and northern portions of the area under a slight risk for severe weather tomorrow. The entire viewing area is under a slight risk on Wednesday. The main threats look to be large hail and damaging winds. Isolated tornadoes can't be completely ruled out though. Our chance for rain on Tuesday is 20% thanks to the dryline moving close to or possibly into the Big Country. The chance for rain picks up to 30% for Wednesday and Thursday due to a cold front that will arrive during that time period. Highs on Tuesday look to be in the low to mid 80s. Wednesday should be warmer with highs in the mid to upper 80s. Thursday will be much cooler with highs in the mid to upper 70s.
There is a slight to 20% chance of showers and thunderstorms Friday through next Monday, Memorial Day. We will have plenty of moisture in place. With enough daytime heating and an upper level disturbance, we can get rain. Both of those look possible for the end of the week and early next week so that is why there is a chance for precipitation. The activity we see will likely be isolated in nature so it doesn't look like a complete washout for your holiday weekend. Highs are expected to be in the low to mid 80s.
Have a terrific Tuesday!
The skies looked threatening all day, but very few of us saw rain. A few showers and thunderstorms moved through the eastern and southern portions of the viewing area. Highs were in the low to mid 70s which is well below average for this time of year.
While the storms today didn't reach severe limits, they could over the next couple of days. In fact, the Storm Predicition Center has the western and northern portions of the area under a slight risk for severe weather tomorrow. The entire viewing area is under a slight risk on Wednesday. The main threats look to be large hail and damaging winds. Isolated tornadoes can't be completely ruled out though. Our chance for rain on Tuesday is 20% thanks to the dryline moving close to or possibly into the Big Country. The chance for rain picks up to 30% for Wednesday and Thursday due to a cold front that will arrive during that time period. Highs on Tuesday look to be in the low to mid 80s. Wednesday should be warmer with highs in the mid to upper 80s. Thursday will be much cooler with highs in the mid to upper 70s.
There is a slight to 20% chance of showers and thunderstorms Friday through next Monday, Memorial Day. We will have plenty of moisture in place. With enough daytime heating and an upper level disturbance, we can get rain. Both of those look possible for the end of the week and early next week so that is why there is a chance for precipitation. The activity we see will likely be isolated in nature so it doesn't look like a complete washout for your holiday weekend. Highs are expected to be in the low to mid 80s.
Have a terrific Tuesday!
Monday Morning Forecast
Good Morning from Morning Meteorologist Kristen Connolly…
We have had an overall cloudy weekend with some scattered showers across the area. Today much of the same will be in store for the Big Country.
This morning a few showers are making its way through the area mainly north of I 20. For the rest of today we will continue to see the mostly cloudy skies however temperatures will make it into the upper 70’s to lower 80’s. By the afternoon a few factors could come in play to cause some thunderstorms. First we have a trough out to our west that will through some disturbances our way. Along with that we have a high pressure system to our East, this is helping to push in plenty of low level moisture. With these factors plus a dryline setting up and daytime heating we could see a few thunderstorms this afternoon into the evening. Overnight lows will make it into the mid 60’s.
Tomorrow will be a similar set up as the factors will be in place once again. The clouds should break letting in some sunshine which could only aid in the development of thunderstorms. Temperatures will be in the lower 80’s.
Wednesday during the day we should see partly sunny skies and temperatures steady lower 80’s. By the evening our next front will makes its pass into the area bringing back the chance for thunderstorms into the evening. Overnight temperatures behind the front will drop back into the upper 50’s. This front will stall just to our South keeping the chance for showers and thunderstorms in the forecast for the rest of the week.
Highs Thursday will only make it into the mid 70’s behind front however we will rebound back into the 80’s by the weekend.
Have a great week!
We have had an overall cloudy weekend with some scattered showers across the area. Today much of the same will be in store for the Big Country.
This morning a few showers are making its way through the area mainly north of I 20. For the rest of today we will continue to see the mostly cloudy skies however temperatures will make it into the upper 70’s to lower 80’s. By the afternoon a few factors could come in play to cause some thunderstorms. First we have a trough out to our west that will through some disturbances our way. Along with that we have a high pressure system to our East, this is helping to push in plenty of low level moisture. With these factors plus a dryline setting up and daytime heating we could see a few thunderstorms this afternoon into the evening. Overnight lows will make it into the mid 60’s.
Tomorrow will be a similar set up as the factors will be in place once again. The clouds should break letting in some sunshine which could only aid in the development of thunderstorms. Temperatures will be in the lower 80’s.
Wednesday during the day we should see partly sunny skies and temperatures steady lower 80’s. By the evening our next front will makes its pass into the area bringing back the chance for thunderstorms into the evening. Overnight temperatures behind the front will drop back into the upper 50’s. This front will stall just to our South keeping the chance for showers and thunderstorms in the forecast for the rest of the week.
Highs Thursday will only make it into the mid 70’s behind front however we will rebound back into the 80’s by the weekend.
Have a great week!
Friday, May 18, 2007
Friday Night Update
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
We had another day with below average temperatures across the Big Country thanks in part to mostly cloudy to overcast skies. Highs were in the mid 60s to low 70s with a few place like Brownwood reaching the upper 70s. An upper level disturbance moved through the area today causing some rain for us. Rainfall totals were mainly light across the region.
A few stray showers and thunderstorms can't be ruled out this weekend. The chance for rain though is slight. Highs on Saturday will be in the low to mid 70s under mostly cloudy skies. It will be warmer on Sunday with highs in the upper 70s to low 80s under partly cloudy skies.
The dryline looks to be active and possibly move into the area Monday and Tuesday. The chance for showers and thunderstorms is 20%. Highs should be in the low to mid 80s.
A cold front is expected to arrive on Wednesday so the chance for rain will be higher at 30%. Highs look to cool down into the upper 70s to low 80s.
There could be some lingering showers and thunderstorms on Thursday so the chance for rain is 20%. Highs will be in the low 80s.
It is possible that some of the storms we see Monday through Wednesday may be severe. Not only will we have the lifting mechanisms mentioned above, but the jetstream may dip down close to our area. It is a situation we are keeping a close eye on for next week.
Next Friday looks pleasant right now with partly cloudy skies and highs in the low to mid 80s.
Have a wonderful weekend!
We had another day with below average temperatures across the Big Country thanks in part to mostly cloudy to overcast skies. Highs were in the mid 60s to low 70s with a few place like Brownwood reaching the upper 70s. An upper level disturbance moved through the area today causing some rain for us. Rainfall totals were mainly light across the region.
A few stray showers and thunderstorms can't be ruled out this weekend. The chance for rain though is slight. Highs on Saturday will be in the low to mid 70s under mostly cloudy skies. It will be warmer on Sunday with highs in the upper 70s to low 80s under partly cloudy skies.
The dryline looks to be active and possibly move into the area Monday and Tuesday. The chance for showers and thunderstorms is 20%. Highs should be in the low to mid 80s.
A cold front is expected to arrive on Wednesday so the chance for rain will be higher at 30%. Highs look to cool down into the upper 70s to low 80s.
There could be some lingering showers and thunderstorms on Thursday so the chance for rain is 20%. Highs will be in the low 80s.
It is possible that some of the storms we see Monday through Wednesday may be severe. Not only will we have the lifting mechanisms mentioned above, but the jetstream may dip down close to our area. It is a situation we are keeping a close eye on for next week.
Next Friday looks pleasant right now with partly cloudy skies and highs in the low to mid 80s.
Have a wonderful weekend!
Friday Update
Good Morning from Morning Meteorologist Kristen Connolly …
Yesterday was a dreary day across the Big Country; we saw scattered showers continue for most of the day with a few breaks in the clouds in the early evening hours. Because of the extensive cloud cover temperatures couldn’t break out of the upper 60’s throughout most the region. Into the overnight, we have continued to see some scattered showers mainly staying in our western counties.
As another upper level disturbance pushes into the area this morning we are seeing plenty of activity on the radar especially just off towards our west and north. We will continue to see it push our way and bring even a few showers on the morning commute. Throughout the day we will see showers and thunderstorms continue. Once again temperatures will be much below average barely hitting 70.
Showers should continue at least early into the overnight with temperatures in the mid 50’s. The weekend is looking the driest over the next seven days. We could see a few early showers Saturday morning and an isolated thunderstorm in the afternoon with a mix of sun and clouds. Temperatures will make it into the mid 70’s. Sunday looks nice with Partly Cloudy skies and upper 70’s.
By next week our next system will be approaching along with another cold front. This keeps showers and thunderstorms in the forecast with temperatures in the lower 80’s.
Have a great weekend!
Yesterday was a dreary day across the Big Country; we saw scattered showers continue for most of the day with a few breaks in the clouds in the early evening hours. Because of the extensive cloud cover temperatures couldn’t break out of the upper 60’s throughout most the region. Into the overnight, we have continued to see some scattered showers mainly staying in our western counties.
As another upper level disturbance pushes into the area this morning we are seeing plenty of activity on the radar especially just off towards our west and north. We will continue to see it push our way and bring even a few showers on the morning commute. Throughout the day we will see showers and thunderstorms continue. Once again temperatures will be much below average barely hitting 70.
Showers should continue at least early into the overnight with temperatures in the mid 50’s. The weekend is looking the driest over the next seven days. We could see a few early showers Saturday morning and an isolated thunderstorm in the afternoon with a mix of sun and clouds. Temperatures will make it into the mid 70’s. Sunday looks nice with Partly Cloudy skies and upper 70’s.
By next week our next system will be approaching along with another cold front. This keeps showers and thunderstorms in the forecast with temperatures in the lower 80’s.
Have a great weekend!
Thursday, May 17, 2007
Thursday Night Update
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
It was a cool day across the Big Country with cloudy skies. We also had some showers due to an upper level disturbance that moved through the area. Highs were mainly in the 60s, but Brownwood was able to reach the low 70s.
Another upper level disturbance is expected to move into the region overnight and into the day tomorrow. This will bring us another round of showers and possibly some thunderstorms. The chance for rain is 50%. Highs look to be in the upper 60s to low 70s.
An isolated shower or thunderstorm can't be ruled out Saturday or Sunday. The chance for rain though is only slight. Highs will be in the mid 70s to around 80.
The dryline may cause some showers and thunderstorms for us on Monday and Tuesday with a cold front expected by midweek. The chance for rain next week is 20%, but that will likely increase as we get closer to that time period. Highs should be in the low to mid 80s.
Have a fantastic Friday!
It was a cool day across the Big Country with cloudy skies. We also had some showers due to an upper level disturbance that moved through the area. Highs were mainly in the 60s, but Brownwood was able to reach the low 70s.
Another upper level disturbance is expected to move into the region overnight and into the day tomorrow. This will bring us another round of showers and possibly some thunderstorms. The chance for rain is 50%. Highs look to be in the upper 60s to low 70s.
An isolated shower or thunderstorm can't be ruled out Saturday or Sunday. The chance for rain though is only slight. Highs will be in the mid 70s to around 80.
The dryline may cause some showers and thunderstorms for us on Monday and Tuesday with a cold front expected by midweek. The chance for rain next week is 20%, but that will likely increase as we get closer to that time period. Highs should be in the low to mid 80s.
Have a fantastic Friday!
Thursday Morning Update
Good Morning from Morning Meteorologist Kristen Connolly
We had cooler temperatures across the area yesterday and lots of sunshine across most of us with showers staying confined to the western counties. Into the overnight those showers have moved more into the area with most of the activity staying west of Abilene. There hasn’t been much in accumulation because we have a much drier air mass in place.
Throughout the day today we will continue to see on and off activity with plenty of cloud cover through the morning and maybe a few breaks of sunshine by the afternoon. Again the best chance for the rain will be in our Western counties. Temperatures will stay below average in the lower 70’s. Overnight into Friday we will begin to increase the chance of showers and thunderstorms as a few disturbances roll through. Lows will be in the lower 50’s.
Temperatures will gradually warm up during the weekend with mid 70’s Saturday and lower 80’s by Sunday. We could see an isolated shower on Saturday with partly cloudy skies on Sunday.
The beginning of next week temperatures will be back in the lower 80’s with a possible dry line setting up keeping thunderstorms still in the forecast.
Have a great day!
We had cooler temperatures across the area yesterday and lots of sunshine across most of us with showers staying confined to the western counties. Into the overnight those showers have moved more into the area with most of the activity staying west of Abilene. There hasn’t been much in accumulation because we have a much drier air mass in place.
Throughout the day today we will continue to see on and off activity with plenty of cloud cover through the morning and maybe a few breaks of sunshine by the afternoon. Again the best chance for the rain will be in our Western counties. Temperatures will stay below average in the lower 70’s. Overnight into Friday we will begin to increase the chance of showers and thunderstorms as a few disturbances roll through. Lows will be in the lower 50’s.
Temperatures will gradually warm up during the weekend with mid 70’s Saturday and lower 80’s by Sunday. We could see an isolated shower on Saturday with partly cloudy skies on Sunday.
The beginning of next week temperatures will be back in the lower 80’s with a possible dry line setting up keeping thunderstorms still in the forecast.
Have a great day!
Wednesday, May 16, 2007
Wednesday Night Update
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
We had a beautiful day here in the Big Country with much cooler temperatures. Highs were in the 70s. It also felt more comfortable with dewpoints mainly in the 40s. Some showers and thunderstorms developed to our west. They moved northeast and made it into the western portions of the viewing area. Most of that rain didn't make it to the surface though because it was a bit too dry. The rain ended up fizzling out in our western communities.
Tomorrow looks to be similar to today. We will likely begin with mostly cloudy skies in the morning that turn into partly cloudy skies in the afternoon. Some showers and storms could once again develop to our west and make their way into the area. There is a 20% chance for rain with the best shot being in the western communities. Highs should be in the low to mid 70s.
An upper level disturbance is expected to move into and through the region on Friday. The chance for showers and thunderstorms is 30%. Highs will be in the low to mid 70s under mostly cloudy skies.
A stray shower or thunderstorm can't be completely ruled out this weekend, but the chance is slight at best for rain. We should have pleasant temperatures Saturday and Sunday with highs in the mid 70s to around 80.
The dryline may be active Monday and Tuesday with a cold front moving into the Big Country on Wednesday. The chance for precipitation is 20%, but that will likely increase as we get closer to that time period. Highs look to be in the low to mid 80s.
Have a terrific Thursday!
We had a beautiful day here in the Big Country with much cooler temperatures. Highs were in the 70s. It also felt more comfortable with dewpoints mainly in the 40s. Some showers and thunderstorms developed to our west. They moved northeast and made it into the western portions of the viewing area. Most of that rain didn't make it to the surface though because it was a bit too dry. The rain ended up fizzling out in our western communities.
Tomorrow looks to be similar to today. We will likely begin with mostly cloudy skies in the morning that turn into partly cloudy skies in the afternoon. Some showers and storms could once again develop to our west and make their way into the area. There is a 20% chance for rain with the best shot being in the western communities. Highs should be in the low to mid 70s.
An upper level disturbance is expected to move into and through the region on Friday. The chance for showers and thunderstorms is 30%. Highs will be in the low to mid 70s under mostly cloudy skies.
A stray shower or thunderstorm can't be completely ruled out this weekend, but the chance is slight at best for rain. We should have pleasant temperatures Saturday and Sunday with highs in the mid 70s to around 80.
The dryline may be active Monday and Tuesday with a cold front moving into the Big Country on Wednesday. The chance for precipitation is 20%, but that will likely increase as we get closer to that time period. Highs look to be in the low to mid 80s.
Have a terrific Thursday!
Wednesday Update
Good Morning from Morning Meteorologist Kristen Connolly
A front passed through the Big Country yesterday and along with it we saw some heavy rains. Into the overnight the activity has stayed to our south and west leaving us with temperatures just a bit cooler than what we have seen the past few days.
Through out the day today we will continue to see partly to mostly cloudy skies. Some thunderstorms could develop off towards our west today and tomorrow and push into the area with the best chance in our southwestern counties. With the cooler weather we will see highs near 10- 15 degrees below average making them in the lower 70’s.
On Friday our next disturbance will makes its way into the Big Country keeping in a chance for Thunderstorms; however the lack of moisture is keeping the chance down to 20%. We could see a few linger into Saturday as well, with the best chance being the Northern and Western counties. Temperatures will be in the upper 70’s with overnight lows in the mid 50’s.
By the beginning of next week temperatures will be back into the lower 80’s with lows in the lower 60’s. If a dryline sets up we could once again see the chance for showers and thunderstorms.
Have a great day!
A front passed through the Big Country yesterday and along with it we saw some heavy rains. Into the overnight the activity has stayed to our south and west leaving us with temperatures just a bit cooler than what we have seen the past few days.
Through out the day today we will continue to see partly to mostly cloudy skies. Some thunderstorms could develop off towards our west today and tomorrow and push into the area with the best chance in our southwestern counties. With the cooler weather we will see highs near 10- 15 degrees below average making them in the lower 70’s.
On Friday our next disturbance will makes its way into the Big Country keeping in a chance for Thunderstorms; however the lack of moisture is keeping the chance down to 20%. We could see a few linger into Saturday as well, with the best chance being the Northern and Western counties. Temperatures will be in the upper 70’s with overnight lows in the mid 50’s.
By the beginning of next week temperatures will be back into the lower 80’s with lows in the lower 60’s. If a dryline sets up we could once again see the chance for showers and thunderstorms.
Have a great day!
Tuesday, May 15, 2007
Tuesday Night Update
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
We were warm across much of the Big Country today with highs in the upper 70s to mid 80s until a cold front arrived. This front moved through this afternoon and cooled us down into the 60s and 70s. There were some showers and thunderstorms that developed along and ahead of the front. While the storms didn't reach severe limits, some of them did drop a large amount of rain in just a few hours in central and southern Taylor county as well as southwestern Callahan county. Flash flooding was reported in Tuscola and Buffalo Gap with several roads being impassable from the mid afternoon hours into the evening.
Part of the cold front that passed us today looks to become stationary to our west in New Mexico. Some showers and thunderstorms could develop in that area and make their way here. The best chance for rain the next couple of days will be in the western half of the region. We may also see an upper level disturbance or two try to make it into the Big Country. Our chance for showers and thunderstorms through the end of the work week is 20%. Highs are expected to be in the low to mid 70s through Friday.
We could see some periodic upper level disturbances this weekend and early next week. A stray shower or thunderstorm can't be ruled out so there is a slight chance for rain Saturday through next Tuesday. We will be a little warmer during this time period than the second half of the work week. Highs look to be in the upper 70s to mid 80s.
Have a wonderful Wednesday!
We were warm across much of the Big Country today with highs in the upper 70s to mid 80s until a cold front arrived. This front moved through this afternoon and cooled us down into the 60s and 70s. There were some showers and thunderstorms that developed along and ahead of the front. While the storms didn't reach severe limits, some of them did drop a large amount of rain in just a few hours in central and southern Taylor county as well as southwestern Callahan county. Flash flooding was reported in Tuscola and Buffalo Gap with several roads being impassable from the mid afternoon hours into the evening.
Part of the cold front that passed us today looks to become stationary to our west in New Mexico. Some showers and thunderstorms could develop in that area and make their way here. The best chance for rain the next couple of days will be in the western half of the region. We may also see an upper level disturbance or two try to make it into the Big Country. Our chance for showers and thunderstorms through the end of the work week is 20%. Highs are expected to be in the low to mid 70s through Friday.
We could see some periodic upper level disturbances this weekend and early next week. A stray shower or thunderstorm can't be ruled out so there is a slight chance for rain Saturday through next Tuesday. We will be a little warmer during this time period than the second half of the work week. Highs look to be in the upper 70s to mid 80s.
Have a wonderful Wednesday!
Tuesday Morning Update
Good Morning from Morning Meteorologist Kristen Connolly…
Yesterday we saw plenty of sunshine in the morning and very warm temperatures hitting the 80’s by noon. Clouds started too developed in the afternoon hours and we saw a few scattered thunderstorms. The overnight was very mild with mostly clear skies and temperatures in the mid 60’s.
A cold front that will be impacting our weather over the next couple days is currently beginning its push into the panhandle. Along the front we are starting to see showers and thunderstorms develop which is a precursor of our weather by the afternoon. Through the morning we will continue to see clouds increase with the approaching front. The front should arrive sometime in the afternoon and makes its way all the way through the Big Country into the evening and overnight. We will see temperatures get into the lower 80’s before it hits and drop temperatures overnight back into the upper 50’s. Showers and Thunderstorms will continue to be possible through the nighttime as well.
Through the rest of the week we will keep in the chance for activity with disturbances making their way through the region. Otherwise we will see partly to mostly cloudy skies. Temperatures will cooler and below average in the 70’s until the weekend where they will warm back into the 80’s.
Have a great day!
Yesterday we saw plenty of sunshine in the morning and very warm temperatures hitting the 80’s by noon. Clouds started too developed in the afternoon hours and we saw a few scattered thunderstorms. The overnight was very mild with mostly clear skies and temperatures in the mid 60’s.
A cold front that will be impacting our weather over the next couple days is currently beginning its push into the panhandle. Along the front we are starting to see showers and thunderstorms develop which is a precursor of our weather by the afternoon. Through the morning we will continue to see clouds increase with the approaching front. The front should arrive sometime in the afternoon and makes its way all the way through the Big Country into the evening and overnight. We will see temperatures get into the lower 80’s before it hits and drop temperatures overnight back into the upper 50’s. Showers and Thunderstorms will continue to be possible through the nighttime as well.
Through the rest of the week we will keep in the chance for activity with disturbances making their way through the region. Otherwise we will see partly to mostly cloudy skies. Temperatures will cooler and below average in the 70’s until the weekend where they will warm back into the 80’s.
Have a great day!
Monday, May 14, 2007
Cooler And Wetter Conditions On Tap For Us
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
It was a warm afternoon for us today with highs mainly in the low to mid 80s. Brownwood was able to warm up to 88. Unlike this weekend, there wasn't much in the way of showers or thunderstorms. There was a brief thunderstorm in Throckmorton county, but that was it.
Our chance for rain increases tomorrow to 30% as a cold front is expected to arrive by the late afternoon and evening hours. Highs will still manage to reach the low to mid 80s before the front arrives.
Wednesday will be much cooler with highs in the low 70s. Skies should be mostly cloudy and there is a 40% chance for showers and thunderstorms. Severe weather over the next couple of days looks to be limited. It is not out of the question for a storm to reach severe limits, but it is likely we will just see brief heavy rainfall, frequent lightning, pea-size hail and wind gusts of 40 to 50 mph in the thunderstorms we see.
On Thursday, we could see some lingering showers and thunderstorms. Our chance for rain is 30%. Highs will likely be in the low 70s.
Some upper level disturbances could move through the area Friday through next Monday. The look to impact mainly the western portions of the viewing area. The chance for showers and storms is 20%. Highs will range from the mid 70s on Friday to the mid 80s next Monday.
Have a terrific Tuesday!
It was a warm afternoon for us today with highs mainly in the low to mid 80s. Brownwood was able to warm up to 88. Unlike this weekend, there wasn't much in the way of showers or thunderstorms. There was a brief thunderstorm in Throckmorton county, but that was it.
Our chance for rain increases tomorrow to 30% as a cold front is expected to arrive by the late afternoon and evening hours. Highs will still manage to reach the low to mid 80s before the front arrives.
Wednesday will be much cooler with highs in the low 70s. Skies should be mostly cloudy and there is a 40% chance for showers and thunderstorms. Severe weather over the next couple of days looks to be limited. It is not out of the question for a storm to reach severe limits, but it is likely we will just see brief heavy rainfall, frequent lightning, pea-size hail and wind gusts of 40 to 50 mph in the thunderstorms we see.
On Thursday, we could see some lingering showers and thunderstorms. Our chance for rain is 30%. Highs will likely be in the low 70s.
Some upper level disturbances could move through the area Friday through next Monday. The look to impact mainly the western portions of the viewing area. The chance for showers and storms is 20%. Highs will range from the mid 70s on Friday to the mid 80s next Monday.
Have a terrific Tuesday!
Friday, May 11, 2007
Friday Night Update
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
We started this morning with quite a bit of fog across portions of the Big Country this morning. This afternoon there were some widely scattered showers and thunderstorms in the northwestern and western portions of the viewing area. Highs were in the mid 70s to low 80s.
The upper level low that has been responsible for our rain this week is sitting off the Texas and Lousiana coast right now. It will remain in the northern Gulf of Mexico this weekend. Some upper level disturbances could move into the region off of that low. With plenty of moisture in place and enough daytime heating, it is not out of the question for some isolated to widely scattered showers and thunderstorms to develop. The activity this weekend will be similar to what we have seen the past couple of days. Highs look to be in the low to mid 80s.
Monday and Tuesday are expected to be dry for now with highs in the mid to upper 80s under partly cloudy skies.
A cold front should move through the area on Wednesday. There is a 30% chance for rain now, but that will likely increase as we get closer to that time period. Highs look to be in the upper 70s under mostly cloudy skies.
Some upper level disturbances may move into the area Thursday and next Friday. Our rain chance is slight. Highs will be in the upper 70s to around 80.
Have a wonderful weekend!
We started this morning with quite a bit of fog across portions of the Big Country this morning. This afternoon there were some widely scattered showers and thunderstorms in the northwestern and western portions of the viewing area. Highs were in the mid 70s to low 80s.
The upper level low that has been responsible for our rain this week is sitting off the Texas and Lousiana coast right now. It will remain in the northern Gulf of Mexico this weekend. Some upper level disturbances could move into the region off of that low. With plenty of moisture in place and enough daytime heating, it is not out of the question for some isolated to widely scattered showers and thunderstorms to develop. The activity this weekend will be similar to what we have seen the past couple of days. Highs look to be in the low to mid 80s.
Monday and Tuesday are expected to be dry for now with highs in the mid to upper 80s under partly cloudy skies.
A cold front should move through the area on Wednesday. There is a 30% chance for rain now, but that will likely increase as we get closer to that time period. Highs look to be in the upper 70s under mostly cloudy skies.
Some upper level disturbances may move into the area Thursday and next Friday. Our rain chance is slight. Highs will be in the upper 70s to around 80.
Have a wonderful weekend!
Thursday, May 10, 2007
Thursday Night Update
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
We had a much calmer day across the Big Country today. The center of the upper level low that has been partly responsible for our rain since Sunday finally moved east of us. Some scattered showers and thunderstorms were able to form on the backside of the system and move through parts of the area. The precipitation was mainly light though.
The low will continue moving east-southeast to the Gulf of Mexico near the upper Texas coast. It is still possible for the eastern half of the viewing area to see some isolated showers and thunderstorms. The chance for rain though is slight. Highs tomorrow should be in the low 80s under partly cloudy skies.
We have a slight chance for isolated showers and thunderstorms on Saturday due to a weak upper level disturbance that may move through the region. Highs look to be in the low to mid 80s under partly cloudy skies.
Sunday through Tuesday are expected to be warm and dry with highs in the mid to upper 80s.
A cold front may move through the area on Wednesday. There is a 20% chance of showers and thunderstorms. Highs will likely be in the mid 80s.
Have a fantastic Friday!
We had a much calmer day across the Big Country today. The center of the upper level low that has been partly responsible for our rain since Sunday finally moved east of us. Some scattered showers and thunderstorms were able to form on the backside of the system and move through parts of the area. The precipitation was mainly light though.
The low will continue moving east-southeast to the Gulf of Mexico near the upper Texas coast. It is still possible for the eastern half of the viewing area to see some isolated showers and thunderstorms. The chance for rain though is slight. Highs tomorrow should be in the low 80s under partly cloudy skies.
We have a slight chance for isolated showers and thunderstorms on Saturday due to a weak upper level disturbance that may move through the region. Highs look to be in the low to mid 80s under partly cloudy skies.
Sunday through Tuesday are expected to be warm and dry with highs in the mid to upper 80s.
A cold front may move through the area on Wednesday. There is a 20% chance of showers and thunderstorms. Highs will likely be in the mid 80s.
Have a fantastic Friday!
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