From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
We have had above average temperatures and mostly cloudy skies throughout the day here in the Big Country. Temperatures started out in mid 50s this morning and only warmed up into the mid to upper 60s this afternoon. Some showers moved through portions of the area around lunchtime, but there was very little, if any, accumulation.
An upper level low continues to sit around the Baja California region. This low will get caught up in a developing upper level trough in the western part of the country. We will have some upper level disturbances move across the area tonight and tomorrow. There is a 50% chance of showers due to these lifting mechanisms moving over an airmass that has become more saturated today. A few thunderstorms can't be ruled out, but they are unlikely. It will be windy tomorrow due to a surface low pressure system developing over the Texas and Oklahoma panhandles. We can expect sustained south winds of 20 to 30 mph with higher gusts throughout the day. Highs look to be in the low 70s.
There is a slight chance of some lingering showers early Sunday as a cold front moves across the region. Highs look to be in the upper 60s to low 70s. The colder air behind the front is not expected to really filter in until the afternoon and evening. Winds will be lighter, but it should still be breezy.
Monday will be cooler and dry with highs in the low 60s.
Tuesday and Wednesday should be warmer with highs in the upper 60s under mostly sunny skies.
Have a super Saturday!
Friday, November 30, 2007
Dreary Start to the Weekend
Good Morning from Morning Meteorologist Kristen Connolly...
We have seen a very mild Thursday night with temperatures dropping to the low 50's. An almost twenty degree warm up compared to 24 hrs ago. Clouds have begun to stream in and should hang tight through the beginning of the weekend. This is thanks to an upper level low that is still spinning off the Baja peninsula but should begin its trek northeast today. This system could swing disturbances through mainly beginning late this evening. Along with the low a cold front to our North situated around the red river could spark a few showers. Temperatures through the day will hit the upper 60's and lows will stay in the upper 50's.
The upper level low and an associated cold front will move closer to us through the weekend. The best chance of rain should come from Friday night through Saturday. Along with the rain Saturday’s winds will be gusting up to 25-30mph.
A slight chance will remain Sunday but as the cold front makes its way through it help eliminate any rain chances by drying us back out. Saturday may be a good day to decorate the tree with Sunday being the day to put the lights on the house!
The beginning of the week will be cooler with highs in the low 60's and lows in the 30's. By Tuesday we should return to the 70's with lows in the 40's.
Have a great day!
We have seen a very mild Thursday night with temperatures dropping to the low 50's. An almost twenty degree warm up compared to 24 hrs ago. Clouds have begun to stream in and should hang tight through the beginning of the weekend. This is thanks to an upper level low that is still spinning off the Baja peninsula but should begin its trek northeast today. This system could swing disturbances through mainly beginning late this evening. Along with the low a cold front to our North situated around the red river could spark a few showers. Temperatures through the day will hit the upper 60's and lows will stay in the upper 50's.
The upper level low and an associated cold front will move closer to us through the weekend. The best chance of rain should come from Friday night through Saturday. Along with the rain Saturday’s winds will be gusting up to 25-30mph.
A slight chance will remain Sunday but as the cold front makes its way through it help eliminate any rain chances by drying us back out. Saturday may be a good day to decorate the tree with Sunday being the day to put the lights on the house!
The beginning of the week will be cooler with highs in the low 60's and lows in the 30's. By Tuesday we should return to the 70's with lows in the 40's.
Have a great day!
Thursday, November 29, 2007
Thursday Evening Update
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
We started off with cold below average temperatures this morning, but by this afternoon we had temperatures close to what we typically see this time of year. Highs were in the upper 50s to mid 60s.
Warmer temperatures are expected tomorrow with highs in the mid 60s to 70. Skies will be mostly cloudy and there is a 20% chance of showers during the day. The reason for our chance for rain is due to a southwest flow aloft. There is an upper level low around Baja California which could send a few disturbances our way.
This same set up will be with us on Saturday. We also have a cold front that is expected to move through the region. It looks like our best chance for rain will be Friday night into Saturday. That chance is 30%. With a surface low to our north in the Texas and Oklahoma panhandles, we will likely see south winds of 20 to 30 mph.
There is a 20% chance of lingering showers Sunday morning with breezy conditions expected throughout the day. Highs look to be in the low to mid 60s. We should see another cold front move through late Sunday. This will lead to cooler conditions for the beginning of next week.
Monday is expected to be mostly sunny and dry with highs in the upper 50s to low 60s.
Tuesday and Wednesday should be warmer and dry with highs in the mid to upper 60s.
Have a fantastic Friday!
We started off with cold below average temperatures this morning, but by this afternoon we had temperatures close to what we typically see this time of year. Highs were in the upper 50s to mid 60s.
Warmer temperatures are expected tomorrow with highs in the mid 60s to 70. Skies will be mostly cloudy and there is a 20% chance of showers during the day. The reason for our chance for rain is due to a southwest flow aloft. There is an upper level low around Baja California which could send a few disturbances our way.
This same set up will be with us on Saturday. We also have a cold front that is expected to move through the region. It looks like our best chance for rain will be Friday night into Saturday. That chance is 30%. With a surface low to our north in the Texas and Oklahoma panhandles, we will likely see south winds of 20 to 30 mph.
There is a 20% chance of lingering showers Sunday morning with breezy conditions expected throughout the day. Highs look to be in the low to mid 60s. We should see another cold front move through late Sunday. This will lead to cooler conditions for the beginning of next week.
Monday is expected to be mostly sunny and dry with highs in the upper 50s to low 60s.
Tuesday and Wednesday should be warmer and dry with highs in the mid to upper 60s.
Have a fantastic Friday!
A Chilly Morning, Pleasant Afternoon
Good Morning from Morning Meteorologist Kristen Connolly...
It was a pleasant afternoon across the Big Country as temperatures rose to 70 degrees. The speedy cold front made its way into out area around 3pm and hit I20 just around 6pm. It was all the way passed by 8 pm. With the front the winds gusted and switched to the North which has made for a very chilly overnight. This morning bundle up as you head out side as wind chills are in the 20's for our northern counties with the rest of us feeling like the low 30's.
The winds quickly switch back today toward the early afternoon, this will help us to warm up but still stay shy of the highs we saw yesterday. It will be a very pleasant afternoon with highs in the low 60's and light winds.
With cloud cover increasing overnight and southerly winds temperatures will not drop near as cold, hovering around 50 degrees.
This weekend will start of nice for Friday but an upper level trough combined with a cold front could make for a few showers Friday night through early Sunday. The system looks to brush the panhandle which would keep the bulk of the activity to our west and north. The best timing to see activity will continue to be the first day in December. Along with the system a front moves through late Saturday and will drop temperatures from upper 60's to low 60's and lows return our low to the upper 30's. Saturday may be a good time to get some shopping done while Sunday may be perfect for getting some outdoor Christmas decorations up!
The beginning of the week the sky will be dominated with sunshine, mid 60's for highs and low 40's for lows.
Have a great day!
It was a pleasant afternoon across the Big Country as temperatures rose to 70 degrees. The speedy cold front made its way into out area around 3pm and hit I20 just around 6pm. It was all the way passed by 8 pm. With the front the winds gusted and switched to the North which has made for a very chilly overnight. This morning bundle up as you head out side as wind chills are in the 20's for our northern counties with the rest of us feeling like the low 30's.
The winds quickly switch back today toward the early afternoon, this will help us to warm up but still stay shy of the highs we saw yesterday. It will be a very pleasant afternoon with highs in the low 60's and light winds.
With cloud cover increasing overnight and southerly winds temperatures will not drop near as cold, hovering around 50 degrees.
This weekend will start of nice for Friday but an upper level trough combined with a cold front could make for a few showers Friday night through early Sunday. The system looks to brush the panhandle which would keep the bulk of the activity to our west and north. The best timing to see activity will continue to be the first day in December. Along with the system a front moves through late Saturday and will drop temperatures from upper 60's to low 60's and lows return our low to the upper 30's. Saturday may be a good time to get some shopping done while Sunday may be perfect for getting some outdoor Christmas decorations up!
The beginning of the week the sky will be dominated with sunshine, mid 60's for highs and low 40's for lows.
Have a great day!
Wednesday, November 28, 2007
Wednesday Evening Update
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
It was a beautiful day here in the Big Country with highs in the upper 60s to low 70s. We did have breezy southwest winds this morning, but that has now changed to strong northwest winds this evening due to a cold front that is passing through the region. Unfortunately, we will not see any precipitation with this front.
We will start off cold in the morning with temperatures in the low to mid 30s. It is mainly in the western and northern portions of the area where temperatures will get to freezing. Be sure to take care of your pets and plants. Highs tomorrow should be seasonal with highs in the low to mid 60s.
An upper level low that is currently sitting around the Baja California region should weaken and move towards us as an upper level trough. This will bring us the chance for rain beginning Friday night and continuing through early Sunday. The chance for rain is 20% to 30% with the best shot being on Saturday. That is day that we will also see another cold front move through the area. Highs during this time period should be in the mid 60s to low 70s.
The first half of next week looks dry with highs ranging form the upper 50s on Monday to the mid 60s next Wednesday.
Have a terrific Thursday!
It was a beautiful day here in the Big Country with highs in the upper 60s to low 70s. We did have breezy southwest winds this morning, but that has now changed to strong northwest winds this evening due to a cold front that is passing through the region. Unfortunately, we will not see any precipitation with this front.
We will start off cold in the morning with temperatures in the low to mid 30s. It is mainly in the western and northern portions of the area where temperatures will get to freezing. Be sure to take care of your pets and plants. Highs tomorrow should be seasonal with highs in the low to mid 60s.
An upper level low that is currently sitting around the Baja California region should weaken and move towards us as an upper level trough. This will bring us the chance for rain beginning Friday night and continuing through early Sunday. The chance for rain is 20% to 30% with the best shot being on Saturday. That is day that we will also see another cold front move through the area. Highs during this time period should be in the mid 60s to low 70s.
The first half of next week looks dry with highs ranging form the upper 50s on Monday to the mid 60s next Wednesday.
Have a terrific Thursday!
The Week of Fronts
Good Morning from Morning Meteorologist Kristen Connolly...
It was a night to snuggle in the blankets as temperatures drop to the low to mid 40's. As you head out the door with the jacket and coffee be expecting some breezy winds that will make it feel 5 - 10 degrees cooler. Driving to work you will probably want to keep the coffee in the cup holder and both hands on the wheel as we could see some gusts to 25 mph.
The week of fronts is what is in store for us over the next several days beginning with today. The first front of the week will arrive around dinner time; it will bring a few clouds and switch in the winds which drop the temperatures back to the mid 30's for the tomorrow morning. Behind that front temperatures rebound to the low 60's for Thursday and Friday as winds quickly switch back to the Southeast.
This weekend a string of fronts make their path through the Big Country. Also, an upper level trough will make its push east brining the rain chances from late Friday through Sunday. It may be a good weekend to get some Christmas shopping done early. The best chance of rain will come Saturday, with the coolest front likely coming late Saturday into Sunday. Behind this front lows drop from the upper 40's to mid 30's.
Have a great day!
It was a night to snuggle in the blankets as temperatures drop to the low to mid 40's. As you head out the door with the jacket and coffee be expecting some breezy winds that will make it feel 5 - 10 degrees cooler. Driving to work you will probably want to keep the coffee in the cup holder and both hands on the wheel as we could see some gusts to 25 mph.
The week of fronts is what is in store for us over the next several days beginning with today. The first front of the week will arrive around dinner time; it will bring a few clouds and switch in the winds which drop the temperatures back to the mid 30's for the tomorrow morning. Behind that front temperatures rebound to the low 60's for Thursday and Friday as winds quickly switch back to the Southeast.
This weekend a string of fronts make their path through the Big Country. Also, an upper level trough will make its push east brining the rain chances from late Friday through Sunday. It may be a good weekend to get some Christmas shopping done early. The best chance of rain will come Saturday, with the coolest front likely coming late Saturday into Sunday. Behind this front lows drop from the upper 40's to mid 30's.
Have a great day!
Tuesday, November 27, 2007
Temps Will Be Like An Elevator This Week
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
We started off cold this morning with temperatures in the low to mid 30s, but by this afternoon it was seasonal across the Big Country. Highs were in the low to mid 60s. Any snow that was left out there from Sunday's storm is definitely gone now with temperatures getting well above freezing today.
The warming trend looks to continue tomorrow with highs in the mid 60s to 70. We will have breezy conditions with winds shifting from the southwest to the northwest in the afternoon. The reason for the shift is due to a cold front that will move through the area. No precipitation is expected with this front.
Thursday will be cooler with highs in the upper 50s to low 60s under mostly sunny skies.
Friday should be a bit warmer with highs in the mid to upper 60s under partly cloudy skies. A cold front is expected to move through the area at then end of the work week too. There is a 20% chance of showers Friday night.
This weekend will be a bit cooler and windy with highs in the low to mid 60s. An upper level trough should move across the region during this time period. There is a 30% chance of rain on Saturday and a 20% chance on Sunday. Another cold front looks to move across the area on Sunday. This will cool us down for the start of the next work week.
Have a wonderful Wednesday!
We started off cold this morning with temperatures in the low to mid 30s, but by this afternoon it was seasonal across the Big Country. Highs were in the low to mid 60s. Any snow that was left out there from Sunday's storm is definitely gone now with temperatures getting well above freezing today.
The warming trend looks to continue tomorrow with highs in the mid 60s to 70. We will have breezy conditions with winds shifting from the southwest to the northwest in the afternoon. The reason for the shift is due to a cold front that will move through the area. No precipitation is expected with this front.
Thursday will be cooler with highs in the upper 50s to low 60s under mostly sunny skies.
Friday should be a bit warmer with highs in the mid to upper 60s under partly cloudy skies. A cold front is expected to move through the area at then end of the work week too. There is a 20% chance of showers Friday night.
This weekend will be a bit cooler and windy with highs in the low to mid 60s. An upper level trough should move across the region during this time period. There is a 30% chance of rain on Saturday and a 20% chance on Sunday. Another cold front looks to move across the area on Sunday. This will cool us down for the start of the next work week.
Have a wonderful Wednesday!
No More Snow for November
Good Morning from Morning Meteorologist Kristen Connolly...
It was another chilly start with temperatures again in the mid 30's this morning. Grab a warm breakfast and head out the door but make sure to dress in layers as temperatures by the afternoon will reach the low 60's so only a light long sleeve layer will be needed. Through the day the sun will be shining. Tonight lows will only drop to the mid 40's with southerly winds as high pressure slides to the east.
Tomorrow we will continue the warming trend with highs reaching the mid to upper 60's. Our next front should arrive around dinner time and will make for another cold overnight with lows in the mid 30's. Highs should rebound nicely Thursday as winds will quickly switch back to the South.
The next system comes as the weekend begins and brings a slight chance of rain from Friday night through Saturday. This front doesn't make a dent to much in the temperatures keeping us from the low to mid 60's and lows in the lower 40's.
If you remember a year ago, we kicked off December with a 40 degree temperatures drop and snow, well it looks like that came a week earlier this year and we will start off December on the warm side of our average temperatures.
Have a great day!
It was another chilly start with temperatures again in the mid 30's this morning. Grab a warm breakfast and head out the door but make sure to dress in layers as temperatures by the afternoon will reach the low 60's so only a light long sleeve layer will be needed. Through the day the sun will be shining. Tonight lows will only drop to the mid 40's with southerly winds as high pressure slides to the east.
Tomorrow we will continue the warming trend with highs reaching the mid to upper 60's. Our next front should arrive around dinner time and will make for another cold overnight with lows in the mid 30's. Highs should rebound nicely Thursday as winds will quickly switch back to the South.
The next system comes as the weekend begins and brings a slight chance of rain from Friday night through Saturday. This front doesn't make a dent to much in the temperatures keeping us from the low to mid 60's and lows in the lower 40's.
If you remember a year ago, we kicked off December with a 40 degree temperatures drop and snow, well it looks like that came a week earlier this year and we will start off December on the warm side of our average temperatures.
Have a great day!
Monday, November 26, 2007
Warmer Temperatures Ahead
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
Just about all of the snow we had yesterday has now melted. Highs today ranged from the low 40s in the western part of the viewing area to the low 60s in the southeastern part. The reason for the large difference in temperatures was due to the snow on the ground. The places that had the snow were cooler than those that didn't. You don't get as warm when there is a snowpack on the ground because all of the heating of the day is going into melting the snow. Snowfall amounts ranged from 2 to 7 inches across the area. The largest amounts were reported around Fisher and Nolan counties. Here in Abilene, we had a record snowfall amount of 3.5 inches. That broke the old record of 0.8" in 1980. Right now, we have the third snowiest November on record in Abilene with 6.6". All of that has fallen since Thanksgiving. The two years with higher amounts are 1918 with 8.2" and 1968 with 8.1".
It will be another cold night for us as lows should be in the low to mid 30s. There could be some refreezing of any water left out there from the melting snow in some areas so be careful. Also, protect your pets and plants tonight since it will be cold.
The warming trend looks to continue the next couple of days with highs in the low to mid 60s under partly cloudy skies.
A cold front is expected to arrive late Wednesday into early Thursday. Rain does not look likely with this front. Highs for Thursday should be in the upper 50s to low 60s.
We will warm up a bit on Friday with highs in the mid 60s. A cold front looks to arrive late Friday into Saturday. This will bring us a slight to 20% chance of rain with the best shot being on Saturday. Highs for the first half of the weekend will be in the upper 50s to low 6os.
Sunday should be warmer with highs in the upper 60s under partly cloudy skies.
Have a terrific Tuesday!
Just about all of the snow we had yesterday has now melted. Highs today ranged from the low 40s in the western part of the viewing area to the low 60s in the southeastern part. The reason for the large difference in temperatures was due to the snow on the ground. The places that had the snow were cooler than those that didn't. You don't get as warm when there is a snowpack on the ground because all of the heating of the day is going into melting the snow. Snowfall amounts ranged from 2 to 7 inches across the area. The largest amounts were reported around Fisher and Nolan counties. Here in Abilene, we had a record snowfall amount of 3.5 inches. That broke the old record of 0.8" in 1980. Right now, we have the third snowiest November on record in Abilene with 6.6". All of that has fallen since Thanksgiving. The two years with higher amounts are 1918 with 8.2" and 1968 with 8.1".
It will be another cold night for us as lows should be in the low to mid 30s. There could be some refreezing of any water left out there from the melting snow in some areas so be careful. Also, protect your pets and plants tonight since it will be cold.
The warming trend looks to continue the next couple of days with highs in the low to mid 60s under partly cloudy skies.
A cold front is expected to arrive late Wednesday into early Thursday. Rain does not look likely with this front. Highs for Thursday should be in the upper 50s to low 60s.
We will warm up a bit on Friday with highs in the mid 60s. A cold front looks to arrive late Friday into Saturday. This will bring us a slight to 20% chance of rain with the best shot being on Saturday. Highs for the first half of the weekend will be in the upper 50s to low 6os.
Sunday should be warmer with highs in the upper 60s under partly cloudy skies.
Have a terrific Tuesday!
Warming Trend Begins
Good Morning from Morning Meteorologist Kristen Connolly...
It was truly a winter wonderland to kick off our Holiday Season. Yesterday we picked up 3.5 inches of Snow at the Abilene Regional Airport a record amount for the day beating out .8 inches in 1980. If you add that amount to the 3.1 inches we say on Thanksgiving we are on store for the third Snowiest November with a total of 6.60 Inches.
After the snow cleared out so has the clouds cover making temperatures drop. It will be a chilly start with temperatures mainly in the low 30's. Also, be careful on the roadways especially elevated surfaces. As the sunshine returns today temperatures will quickly warm up to the mid 50's, 15-20 degrees warmer than where we sat for the Holiday weekend.
We will stay quiet for the beginning of the week as High pressure sticks around and winds eventually switch back the South continuing the warming trend. Our next front will push through late Wednesday brining us a little cool down. The second front passes by just in time for the weekend bringing the next chance of rain from Friday night into Saturday.
Highs will return to the mid 60's, with lows mainly in mid 40's.
Have a great day!
It was truly a winter wonderland to kick off our Holiday Season. Yesterday we picked up 3.5 inches of Snow at the Abilene Regional Airport a record amount for the day beating out .8 inches in 1980. If you add that amount to the 3.1 inches we say on Thanksgiving we are on store for the third Snowiest November with a total of 6.60 Inches.
After the snow cleared out so has the clouds cover making temperatures drop. It will be a chilly start with temperatures mainly in the low 30's. Also, be careful on the roadways especially elevated surfaces. As the sunshine returns today temperatures will quickly warm up to the mid 50's, 15-20 degrees warmer than where we sat for the Holiday weekend.
We will stay quiet for the beginning of the week as High pressure sticks around and winds eventually switch back the South continuing the warming trend. Our next front will push through late Wednesday brining us a little cool down. The second front passes by just in time for the weekend bringing the next chance of rain from Friday night into Saturday.
Highs will return to the mid 60's, with lows mainly in mid 40's.
Have a great day!
Sunday, November 25, 2007
Update on Advisories Issued For The Area
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
The National Weather Service has issued the following advisories for the area this afternoon:
Winter Weather Advisory for Coke and Runnels counties until 4 p.m.
Winter Weather Advisory for Callahan, Fisher, Haskell, Jones, Nolan, Shackelford, Taylor and Throckmorton until 6 p.m.
Snow Advisory for Mitchell, Scurry and Stonewall counties until 6 p.m.
Winter Weather Advisory for Knox county until 8 p.m.
Winter Weather Advisory for Eastland and Stephens counties until midnight.
An upper level low will move across the area this afternoon and early evening. A mixture of snow and sleet is expected to fall in the advisory area. It is possible to see accumulations of 1 to 3 inches before the precipitation tapers off this evening. There may be some slick spots on the roadways and limited visibilities. The snow and sleet could stick to cars, grassy surfaces, elevated objects, bridges, overpasses, and less traveled roadways. Be careful if you have to travel this afternoon and evening. Take your time getting to your destination. Stay tuned to KRBC for further weather updates.
Have a safe Sunday!
The National Weather Service has issued the following advisories for the area this afternoon:
Winter Weather Advisory for Coke and Runnels counties until 4 p.m.
Winter Weather Advisory for Callahan, Fisher, Haskell, Jones, Nolan, Shackelford, Taylor and Throckmorton until 6 p.m.
Snow Advisory for Mitchell, Scurry and Stonewall counties until 6 p.m.
Winter Weather Advisory for Knox county until 8 p.m.
Winter Weather Advisory for Eastland and Stephens counties until midnight.
An upper level low will move across the area this afternoon and early evening. A mixture of snow and sleet is expected to fall in the advisory area. It is possible to see accumulations of 1 to 3 inches before the precipitation tapers off this evening. There may be some slick spots on the roadways and limited visibilities. The snow and sleet could stick to cars, grassy surfaces, elevated objects, bridges, overpasses, and less traveled roadways. Be careful if you have to travel this afternoon and evening. Take your time getting to your destination. Stay tuned to KRBC for further weather updates.
Have a safe Sunday!
New Advisories and Warnings Issued For The Area Today
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
The National Weather Service has issued the following advisories and warnings for the area today:
Winter Storm Warning for Mitchell and Scurry county until noon.
Snowfall accumulations of 2 to 3 inches are expected in Mitchell and Scurry counties.
Heavy Snow Warning for Coke, Fisher, Haskell, Jones and Nolan counties until noon.
Snowfall accumulations of 3 to 5 inches are possible in Coke, Fisher, Haskell, Jones, and Nolan counties.
Heavy Snow Warning for Stonewall county until 6 p.m.
Snowfall accumulations of 5 to 7 inches are possible in Stonewall county.
Winter Weather Advisory for Callahan, Runnels, Shackelford, Taylor and Throckmorton counties until noon.
Snowfall accumulations of 1 to 3 inches are possible in Callahan, Runnels, Shackelford, Taylor and Throckmorton counties.
Winter Weather Advisory for Knox county until 8 p.m.
Snowfall accumulations of 1 to 3 inches are possible in Knox county.
Winter Weather Advisory for Eastland and Stephens counties until midnight.
Snowfall accumulations up to one inch are expected in Eastland and Stephens counties.
An upper level low remains to our southwest this morning. It should move northeast across the viewing area later today. Precipitation will likely begin as rain as temperatures are still a bit above freezing this morning. The rain should change over to sleet and snow for at least a little while in the areas that are currently under advisories and warnings today. There will be reduced visibilities at times today and some slick spots could develop on the roadways. The most likely areas where the winter precipitation could accumulate include grassy areas, cars, bridges, overpasses and less traveled roadways. Be careful if you have to travel around the area today. Stay tuned to KRBC for the latest weather updates.
Have a safe Sunday!
The National Weather Service has issued the following advisories and warnings for the area today:
Winter Storm Warning for Mitchell and Scurry county until noon.
Snowfall accumulations of 2 to 3 inches are expected in Mitchell and Scurry counties.
Heavy Snow Warning for Coke, Fisher, Haskell, Jones and Nolan counties until noon.
Snowfall accumulations of 3 to 5 inches are possible in Coke, Fisher, Haskell, Jones, and Nolan counties.
Heavy Snow Warning for Stonewall county until 6 p.m.
Snowfall accumulations of 5 to 7 inches are possible in Stonewall county.
Winter Weather Advisory for Callahan, Runnels, Shackelford, Taylor and Throckmorton counties until noon.
Snowfall accumulations of 1 to 3 inches are possible in Callahan, Runnels, Shackelford, Taylor and Throckmorton counties.
Winter Weather Advisory for Knox county until 8 p.m.
Snowfall accumulations of 1 to 3 inches are possible in Knox county.
Winter Weather Advisory for Eastland and Stephens counties until midnight.
Snowfall accumulations up to one inch are expected in Eastland and Stephens counties.
An upper level low remains to our southwest this morning. It should move northeast across the viewing area later today. Precipitation will likely begin as rain as temperatures are still a bit above freezing this morning. The rain should change over to sleet and snow for at least a little while in the areas that are currently under advisories and warnings today. There will be reduced visibilities at times today and some slick spots could develop on the roadways. The most likely areas where the winter precipitation could accumulate include grassy areas, cars, bridges, overpasses and less traveled roadways. Be careful if you have to travel around the area today. Stay tuned to KRBC for the latest weather updates.
Have a safe Sunday!
Saturday, November 24, 2007
Saturday Evening Update
From Meteorologist Nathan Motz......
Rain has begun falling in the Big Country and a wintry mix of precipitation is beginning to spread into western Mitchell and Coke counties. As temperatures drop early this morning, the rain will change over to snow primarily along and west of an Albany to Abilene to Sterling City line. Those to the east of this line may see some snow but the accumulation will be much less as temperatures will remain at or above freezing overnight.
Accumulations will range from 1 -3 inches in the Abilene area to as much as 4 - 5 inches in the western Big Country. Roadways should remain clear of ice and snow as temperatures will only fall just below freezing tonight. However, bridges and overpasses may ice over this evening so be mindful of that if you are driving early tomorrow morning.
Stay tuned to KRBC Weather for future updates.
Rain has begun falling in the Big Country and a wintry mix of precipitation is beginning to spread into western Mitchell and Coke counties. As temperatures drop early this morning, the rain will change over to snow primarily along and west of an Albany to Abilene to Sterling City line. Those to the east of this line may see some snow but the accumulation will be much less as temperatures will remain at or above freezing overnight.
Accumulations will range from 1 -3 inches in the Abilene area to as much as 4 - 5 inches in the western Big Country. Roadways should remain clear of ice and snow as temperatures will only fall just below freezing tonight. However, bridges and overpasses may ice over this evening so be mindful of that if you are driving early tomorrow morning.
Stay tuned to KRBC Weather for future updates.
New Warnings and Advisories Issued For The Area
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
The National Weather Service has issued the following warnings and advisories for the viewing area:
Winter Storm Warning from noon today through noon Sunday for: Scurry and Mitchell counties
Snow accumulations of 3 to 5 inches with localized areas of 5 to 7 inches possible by Sunday morning in Scurry and Mitchell counties.
Heavy Snow Warning from 3 pm today through noon Sunday for: Coke, Fisher, Haskell, Jones, Nolan, Runnels and Taylor counties
Snow accumulations of 4 to 7 inches with localized heavier amounts possible by Sunday afternoon for Coke, Fisher, Haskell, Jones, Nolan, Runnels and Taylor counties.
Winter Weather Advisory from 9 pm this evening to 9 am Sunday for: Eastland and Stephens counties
Accumulations of one half to one inch of snow and sleet is possible for Eastland and Stephens counties during this time period.
Winter Storm Watch from this evening through Sunday afternoon for: Stonewall county
Snow accumulations of more than 4 inches are possible for Stonewall county this weekend.
Road conditions could deteriorate quickly later today. This means travel could become dangerous. If you have to travel today be careful and take your time. Remember that bridges, overpasses, elevated surfaces and less traveled roadways will be the first to become snow and ice covered. We will continue to update you throughout the day through this blog, crawls at the top and bottom of tv screen as well as breaking into programming as necessary. Stay tuned to KRBC for the lastest weather updates.
The National Weather Service has issued the following warnings and advisories for the viewing area:
Winter Storm Warning from noon today through noon Sunday for: Scurry and Mitchell counties
Snow accumulations of 3 to 5 inches with localized areas of 5 to 7 inches possible by Sunday morning in Scurry and Mitchell counties.
Heavy Snow Warning from 3 pm today through noon Sunday for: Coke, Fisher, Haskell, Jones, Nolan, Runnels and Taylor counties
Snow accumulations of 4 to 7 inches with localized heavier amounts possible by Sunday afternoon for Coke, Fisher, Haskell, Jones, Nolan, Runnels and Taylor counties.
Winter Weather Advisory from 9 pm this evening to 9 am Sunday for: Eastland and Stephens counties
Accumulations of one half to one inch of snow and sleet is possible for Eastland and Stephens counties during this time period.
Winter Storm Watch from this evening through Sunday afternoon for: Stonewall county
Snow accumulations of more than 4 inches are possible for Stonewall county this weekend.
Road conditions could deteriorate quickly later today. This means travel could become dangerous. If you have to travel today be careful and take your time. Remember that bridges, overpasses, elevated surfaces and less traveled roadways will be the first to become snow and ice covered. We will continue to update you throughout the day through this blog, crawls at the top and bottom of tv screen as well as breaking into programming as necessary. Stay tuned to KRBC for the lastest weather updates.
Friday, November 23, 2007
More Snow On The Way
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
We had warmer, but chilly temperatures here in the Big Country today. Highs were in the mid 30s to mid 40s under overcast skies. The reason we warmed up was due to no precipitation and southeast winds.
A Winter Storm Watch has been issued for Mitchell, Scurry and Stonewall counties from Saturday morning through Sunday morning. Coke, Fisher, Haskell, Jones, Nolan and Taylor counties are under a Winter Storm Watch for Saturday evening through Sunday morning. An upper level low is expected to move across the state this weekend. The counties mentioned have the potential for significant snow, sleet or ice accumulations that may impact travel. It looks like we will all see the preciptation begin as rain tomorrow, but then change to a rain, sleet, snow mix for the western half of the viewing area in the afternoon. By the evening it should be all snow in the western half of the Big Country. In the eastern communites, it could change to a rain/snow mix tomorrow night and possibly all snow Sunday morning if temperatures can get cold enough. Right now, highs this weekend look to be in the mid 30s with lows in the upper 20s to low 30s. As far as snow accumulations go, I think from Knox, Haskell, Jones, Taylor and Runnels county westward it could be 3 to 6 inches total. Throckmorton, Shackelford, Callahan and Coleman could see 1 to 2 inches. Stephens, Eastland, Comanche and Brown could see an inch or less. There could be locally heavier amounts depending on where the heavy snow bands set up. This is all best case scenario if temperatures get below freezing in all areas and the low takes the track it is projected on right now. Travel could be potential hazardous, especially from Abilene north into the panhandle and west to Midland. If you are going to be going traveling to any high school football games, dress warmly and drive safely.
We will see temperatures get closer to where they should be for this time of year early next week. Highs should be in the mid 50s on Monday and the low to mid 60s Tuesday and Wednesday.
A cold front will move through the area late Wednesday bringing a slight chance of rain Wednesday and Thursday. Highs Thursday and next Friday should be in the mid to upper 50s.
Have a super and safe Saturday!
We had warmer, but chilly temperatures here in the Big Country today. Highs were in the mid 30s to mid 40s under overcast skies. The reason we warmed up was due to no precipitation and southeast winds.
A Winter Storm Watch has been issued for Mitchell, Scurry and Stonewall counties from Saturday morning through Sunday morning. Coke, Fisher, Haskell, Jones, Nolan and Taylor counties are under a Winter Storm Watch for Saturday evening through Sunday morning. An upper level low is expected to move across the state this weekend. The counties mentioned have the potential for significant snow, sleet or ice accumulations that may impact travel. It looks like we will all see the preciptation begin as rain tomorrow, but then change to a rain, sleet, snow mix for the western half of the viewing area in the afternoon. By the evening it should be all snow in the western half of the Big Country. In the eastern communites, it could change to a rain/snow mix tomorrow night and possibly all snow Sunday morning if temperatures can get cold enough. Right now, highs this weekend look to be in the mid 30s with lows in the upper 20s to low 30s. As far as snow accumulations go, I think from Knox, Haskell, Jones, Taylor and Runnels county westward it could be 3 to 6 inches total. Throckmorton, Shackelford, Callahan and Coleman could see 1 to 2 inches. Stephens, Eastland, Comanche and Brown could see an inch or less. There could be locally heavier amounts depending on where the heavy snow bands set up. This is all best case scenario if temperatures get below freezing in all areas and the low takes the track it is projected on right now. Travel could be potential hazardous, especially from Abilene north into the panhandle and west to Midland. If you are going to be going traveling to any high school football games, dress warmly and drive safely.
We will see temperatures get closer to where they should be for this time of year early next week. Highs should be in the mid 50s on Monday and the low to mid 60s Tuesday and Wednesday.
A cold front will move through the area late Wednesday bringing a slight chance of rain Wednesday and Thursday. Highs Thursday and next Friday should be in the mid to upper 50s.
Have a super and safe Saturday!
Friday Morning Update
From Meteorologist Nathan Motz....
A brief respite from the snow today, but the rest of the weekend looks to be unsettled as an upper level low settles in to the desert southwest which will provide continuing chances of rain/snow through the weekend.
Temperatures this afternoon will remain well below normal in the upper 30's (west) to the lower 40's (east). Mostly cloudy conditions may clear up just a bit in the eastern Big Country which will allow slightly warmer temperatures this afternoon.
If you have outdoor plans this weekend, including travelling across the state to watch your favorite high school football team in the playoffs, keep in mind that rain and snow will be expected throughout the weekend as well as very cold temperatures as well.
Stay tuned to KRBC for further updates on the developing winter weather situation this weekend.
Have a great Black Friday!!!
A brief respite from the snow today, but the rest of the weekend looks to be unsettled as an upper level low settles in to the desert southwest which will provide continuing chances of rain/snow through the weekend.
Temperatures this afternoon will remain well below normal in the upper 30's (west) to the lower 40's (east). Mostly cloudy conditions may clear up just a bit in the eastern Big Country which will allow slightly warmer temperatures this afternoon.
If you have outdoor plans this weekend, including travelling across the state to watch your favorite high school football team in the playoffs, keep in mind that rain and snow will be expected throughout the weekend as well as very cold temperatures as well.
Stay tuned to KRBC for further updates on the developing winter weather situation this weekend.
Have a great Black Friday!!!
Thursday, November 22, 2007
Another Round of Wintry Precipitation Possible
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
It looks like a winter wonderland across most of the Big Country today for Thanksgiving. An upper level disturbance moved across the Lone Star State bringing snow, sleet and rain. Snow accumulations of 2 to 5 inches have been reported across mainly the central and western portions of the Big Country where temperatures have been at or below freezing all day. The eastern part of the area will likely only see a dusting to an inch due to being above freezing for much of the day.
A Heavy Snow Warning continues for much of the area through midnight tonight. A Snow Advisory continues for Stonewall, Scurry and Mitchell counties until 9 p.m. tonight. Haskell and Throckmorton counties are under the Snow Advisory until midnight. Knox, Stephens, Eastland and Comanche counties are not under a warning or advisory at this time. The snow and sleet should taper off sometime after midnight tonight. Total snow accumulations from today's disturbance could reach as high as 6 inches in some locations. Lows look to be in the upper 20 to low 30s. Since temperatures will likely be at or below freezing for most of the area throughout the night, there will be some slick and icy spots on the roadways. Be careful if you have to be out and about, especially on bridges and overpasses.
For those of you heading out to the big shopping sales in the morning, be sure to dress warmly and give yourself plenty of time to get to your destination. Temperatures will start off in the upper 20s and only warm up into the upper 30s to low 40s by the afternoon. There could be some icy spots on roadways through the morning.
An upper level low looks to develop in a trough to our west tomorrow. Upper level disturbances should begin moving through the area late tomorrow. The low itself will move across the state this weekend. It looks like we will have a chance of rain, sleet and snow during this time period. The precipitation could be mixed at times while at others it could be all rain or all snow. The type and amount will depend heavily on the exact strength and track of the low. Temperatures will range from the upper 20s to mid 30s Friday night through Sunday night. If we see snow and/or ice, there could be some accumulation. It is a bit too early to tell how much though. We should have a better estimate by tomorrow.
Next week looks warmer with highs returning to the mid 50s on Monday and the low to mid 60s by Tuesday, Wednesday and next Thursday. There is a slight chance of rain on Wednesday and a 20% chance on Thursday due to another upper level system moving into the area.
Have a fantastic Friday!
It looks like a winter wonderland across most of the Big Country today for Thanksgiving. An upper level disturbance moved across the Lone Star State bringing snow, sleet and rain. Snow accumulations of 2 to 5 inches have been reported across mainly the central and western portions of the Big Country where temperatures have been at or below freezing all day. The eastern part of the area will likely only see a dusting to an inch due to being above freezing for much of the day.
A Heavy Snow Warning continues for much of the area through midnight tonight. A Snow Advisory continues for Stonewall, Scurry and Mitchell counties until 9 p.m. tonight. Haskell and Throckmorton counties are under the Snow Advisory until midnight. Knox, Stephens, Eastland and Comanche counties are not under a warning or advisory at this time. The snow and sleet should taper off sometime after midnight tonight. Total snow accumulations from today's disturbance could reach as high as 6 inches in some locations. Lows look to be in the upper 20 to low 30s. Since temperatures will likely be at or below freezing for most of the area throughout the night, there will be some slick and icy spots on the roadways. Be careful if you have to be out and about, especially on bridges and overpasses.
For those of you heading out to the big shopping sales in the morning, be sure to dress warmly and give yourself plenty of time to get to your destination. Temperatures will start off in the upper 20s and only warm up into the upper 30s to low 40s by the afternoon. There could be some icy spots on roadways through the morning.
An upper level low looks to develop in a trough to our west tomorrow. Upper level disturbances should begin moving through the area late tomorrow. The low itself will move across the state this weekend. It looks like we will have a chance of rain, sleet and snow during this time period. The precipitation could be mixed at times while at others it could be all rain or all snow. The type and amount will depend heavily on the exact strength and track of the low. Temperatures will range from the upper 20s to mid 30s Friday night through Sunday night. If we see snow and/or ice, there could be some accumulation. It is a bit too early to tell how much though. We should have a better estimate by tomorrow.
Next week looks warmer with highs returning to the mid 50s on Monday and the low to mid 60s by Tuesday, Wednesday and next Thursday. There is a slight chance of rain on Wednesday and a 20% chance on Thursday due to another upper level system moving into the area.
Have a fantastic Friday!
Heavy Snow Warning In Effect For Part Of The Big Country
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
The National Weather Service has issued a Heavy Snow Warning until midnight for Callahan, Fisher, Jones, Nolan, Shackelford and Taylor counties. The Snow Advisory is no longer in effect for these counties. Snow will continue to fall this afternoon into tonight. The snow will be heavy at times which will reduce visibilities to less than a mile and cause roads to become slick and icy. This will include the Interstate 20 corridor. Total snow accumulations of 3 to 6 inches will be possible. The snow will begin to taper off by the late evening hours and end sometime after midnight tonight. A Heavy Snow Warning means severe winter weather conditions are expected or occurring. Significant amounts of snow are forecast that will make travel dangerous. Only travel in an emergency. If you must, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. Stay tuned to KRBC for further weather updates.
The National Weather Service has issued a Heavy Snow Warning until midnight for Callahan, Fisher, Jones, Nolan, Shackelford and Taylor counties. The Snow Advisory is no longer in effect for these counties. Snow will continue to fall this afternoon into tonight. The snow will be heavy at times which will reduce visibilities to less than a mile and cause roads to become slick and icy. This will include the Interstate 20 corridor. Total snow accumulations of 3 to 6 inches will be possible. The snow will begin to taper off by the late evening hours and end sometime after midnight tonight. A Heavy Snow Warning means severe winter weather conditions are expected or occurring. Significant amounts of snow are forecast that will make travel dangerous. Only travel in an emergency. If you must, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. Stay tuned to KRBC for further weather updates.
Snow Advisory In Effect For Part Of The Big Country
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
Happy Thanksgiving everyone. The National Weather Service has issued a Snow Advisory for Scurry, Stonewall and Mitchell counties until 9 p.m. tonight. Callahan, Coke, Coleman, Fisher, Jones, Nolan, Runnels, Shackelford, Taylor and Throckmorton counties are under a Snow Advisory until midnight tonight. Snow look to continue this afternoon through tonight and could be heavy at times. Accumulations of 1 to 3 inches are possible. A Snow Advisory means that periods of snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered roads and limited visibilities. Use caution if you have to drive. Stay tuned to KRBC for the latest weather updates.
Happy Thanksgiving everyone. The National Weather Service has issued a Snow Advisory for Scurry, Stonewall and Mitchell counties until 9 p.m. tonight. Callahan, Coke, Coleman, Fisher, Jones, Nolan, Runnels, Shackelford, Taylor and Throckmorton counties are under a Snow Advisory until midnight tonight. Snow look to continue this afternoon through tonight and could be heavy at times. Accumulations of 1 to 3 inches are possible. A Snow Advisory means that periods of snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered roads and limited visibilities. Use caution if you have to drive. Stay tuned to KRBC for the latest weather updates.
Wednesday, November 21, 2007
Cold Temperatures With Snow Possible For Thanksgiving
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
It was much colder across the area today thanks to a strong cold front that moved through this morning. Temperatures have been in the 40s and 50s all day since the front passed. Winds have been strong from the north which made it feel even cooler.
A Freeze Warning is in effect for the majority of the viewing area from midnight tonight through 10 a.m. tomorrow morning. The counties not under the Freeze Warning are: Stonewall, Scurry, Mitchell and Comanche. This is our first widespread freeze of the season for the region. Be sure to protect your pets, plants and pipes. Lows should be in the upper 20s to 30. With winds from the north at 10 to 15 mph, it will feel even colder.
It is going to be a chilly Thanksgiving for the Big Country this year. Highs look to be in the low to mid 40s under cloudy skies. An upper level disturbance is expected to move across the state tomorrow. This will bring us a 20% chance of rain and snow showers. No snow accumulation is expected at this time because the ground temperature is still too warm. I won't completely rule out a dusting on cars, bridges and overpasses and other elevated objects, but it doesn't look likely right now.
An upper level trough is expected to dig into the western part of the country over the next couple of days. An upper level low should develop and swing across the state beginning late Friday and not exit until late Sunday. Highs during this time period are expected to be in the upper 30s to mid 40s with lows in the upper 20s to low 30s. This means we could see a rain possibly mixed with snow or sleet during the day and snow or a wintry mix at night. We are keeping a close eye on this system. Things could change between now and then so stay tuned.
The first half of next week looks dry with highs in the mid 50s to low 60s.
Have a terrific Thanksgiving Day!
It was much colder across the area today thanks to a strong cold front that moved through this morning. Temperatures have been in the 40s and 50s all day since the front passed. Winds have been strong from the north which made it feel even cooler.
A Freeze Warning is in effect for the majority of the viewing area from midnight tonight through 10 a.m. tomorrow morning. The counties not under the Freeze Warning are: Stonewall, Scurry, Mitchell and Comanche. This is our first widespread freeze of the season for the region. Be sure to protect your pets, plants and pipes. Lows should be in the upper 20s to 30. With winds from the north at 10 to 15 mph, it will feel even colder.
It is going to be a chilly Thanksgiving for the Big Country this year. Highs look to be in the low to mid 40s under cloudy skies. An upper level disturbance is expected to move across the state tomorrow. This will bring us a 20% chance of rain and snow showers. No snow accumulation is expected at this time because the ground temperature is still too warm. I won't completely rule out a dusting on cars, bridges and overpasses and other elevated objects, but it doesn't look likely right now.
An upper level trough is expected to dig into the western part of the country over the next couple of days. An upper level low should develop and swing across the state beginning late Friday and not exit until late Sunday. Highs during this time period are expected to be in the upper 30s to mid 40s with lows in the upper 20s to low 30s. This means we could see a rain possibly mixed with snow or sleet during the day and snow or a wintry mix at night. We are keeping a close eye on this system. Things could change between now and then so stay tuned.
The first half of next week looks dry with highs in the mid 50s to low 60s.
Have a terrific Thanksgiving Day!
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