FROM KRBC CHIEF METEOROLOGIST RANDY TURNER ..
AFTER A VERY COLD FRIDAY MORNING, TEMPERATURES SHOULD CLIMB JUST ABOVE 60 FRIDAY AFTERNOON.
SATURDAY AND SUNDAY, TEMPERATURES WILL BE IN THE UPPER 60'S AND LOW TO MID 70'S AROUND THE AREA.
UNFORTUNATELY, THERE IS NO RAIN IN THE FORECAST FOR THE NEXT SEVEN DAYS, OR LONGER. LOW PRESSURE AREAS WILL CONTINUE TO DEVELOP, OUR WIND WILL CONTINUE TO BE GUSTY AT TIMES BUT THE MOISTURE JUST ISN'T HERE TO PROVIDE THE RAIN.
KEEP IN MIND THAT OUR AREA IS UNDER A BURN BAN, THAT NO OUTDOOR BURNING OF ANY KIND SHOULD BE DONE UNTIL WETTER WEATHER RETURNS.
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Thursday, January 31, 2008
Critical Fire Weather Danger For Today
From Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
A cold front will move through the area this morning bringing cooler temperatures for today. Unfortunately, it doesn't look like precipitation is in the cards for us as it will be too dry at the surface to support it. Strong winds are expected today from the northwest at 20 to 30 mph and gusts of 40 to 45 mph. A Red Flag Warning is in effect for most of the area through 6 pm this evening. A Wind Advisory is in effect for the entire viewing area through the afternoon. We will likely see some blowing dust and dirt by this afternoon and that could limit visibilities in areas, so be careful out there. There should be no burning today due to the Burn Bans that are in effect across the region.
Friday will start off cold with temperatures in the mid to upper 20s, but by the afternoon we should warm up into the low to mid 60s. Strong winds are expected once again, but they will be from the south instead of the northwest.
Groundhog Day looks pleasant with mostly sunny skies and highs in the upper 60s to low 70s. We'll wait and see what the groundhog has to say about the rest of winter, but for now it is going to feel like spring for the end of the week and early next week here in the Big Country.
For Sunday and Monday, highs will be in the low to mid 70s under mostly sunny to partly cloudy skies.
A cold front should move through the area late Monday. This will bring cooler temperatures back to the area for Tuesday with highs in the mid to upper 50s. Unfortunately, it looks like this will be yet another dry frontal passage for us. We could really use the rain right now. At Abilene Regional Airport, we have seen 0.08" of precipitation so far this year. January is our driest month of the year on average, but we will finish about 0.9" behind what we typically see in the first month of the year.
Have a terrific Thursday!
A cold front will move through the area this morning bringing cooler temperatures for today. Unfortunately, it doesn't look like precipitation is in the cards for us as it will be too dry at the surface to support it. Strong winds are expected today from the northwest at 20 to 30 mph and gusts of 40 to 45 mph. A Red Flag Warning is in effect for most of the area through 6 pm this evening. A Wind Advisory is in effect for the entire viewing area through the afternoon. We will likely see some blowing dust and dirt by this afternoon and that could limit visibilities in areas, so be careful out there. There should be no burning today due to the Burn Bans that are in effect across the region.
Friday will start off cold with temperatures in the mid to upper 20s, but by the afternoon we should warm up into the low to mid 60s. Strong winds are expected once again, but they will be from the south instead of the northwest.
Groundhog Day looks pleasant with mostly sunny skies and highs in the upper 60s to low 70s. We'll wait and see what the groundhog has to say about the rest of winter, but for now it is going to feel like spring for the end of the week and early next week here in the Big Country.
For Sunday and Monday, highs will be in the low to mid 70s under mostly sunny to partly cloudy skies.
A cold front should move through the area late Monday. This will bring cooler temperatures back to the area for Tuesday with highs in the mid to upper 50s. Unfortunately, it looks like this will be yet another dry frontal passage for us. We could really use the rain right now. At Abilene Regional Airport, we have seen 0.08" of precipitation so far this year. January is our driest month of the year on average, but we will finish about 0.9" behind what we typically see in the first month of the year.
Have a terrific Thursday!
Wednesday, January 30, 2008
More Wind for Thursday
From KRBC Chief Meteorologist Randy Turner ..
A vigorous low pressure area will push a cold front through the area in the early morning hours Thursday making for another blustery and dusty day in the Big Country.
As of late Wednesday night, light precipitation was showing up on radar in the Lubbock area but more than likely, the Big Country will see the moisture stay a little to our north or soon to be blown east by the system, replaced by much drier air and blowing dust behind wind gusts of 30 to 40mph Thursday.
Temperatures will be cool Thursday, highs upper 40's to low 50's across the area, but wind chills will stay in the 30's much of the day.
It still looks like a nice warm weekend is in store, but the wind will continue to be gusty from time to time.
A vigorous low pressure area will push a cold front through the area in the early morning hours Thursday making for another blustery and dusty day in the Big Country.
As of late Wednesday night, light precipitation was showing up on radar in the Lubbock area but more than likely, the Big Country will see the moisture stay a little to our north or soon to be blown east by the system, replaced by much drier air and blowing dust behind wind gusts of 30 to 40mph Thursday.
Temperatures will be cool Thursday, highs upper 40's to low 50's across the area, but wind chills will stay in the 30's much of the day.
It still looks like a nice warm weekend is in store, but the wind will continue to be gusty from time to time.
Tuesday, January 29, 2008
Fire Weather Watch for Wednesday
From KRBC Chief Meteorologist Randy Turner ..
Round Two of the windy weather returns on Wednesday across the KRBC viewing area. A Fire Weather Watch is in effect meaning gusty wind combined with low afternoon humidity will lead to the spread of wildfires, should they begin. One spark can cause major issues so please do not do any outdoor burning whatsoever.
I don't have any rain in the seven day forecast at this time.
After a cold morning Wednesday, you'll have a sunny and warm afternoon but the wind will be gusty from the south.
A cold front arrives Wednesday night into Thursday morning leading to cooler air for Thursday, highs only around 50.
The weather still looks warm this weekend.
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Round Two of the windy weather returns on Wednesday across the KRBC viewing area. A Fire Weather Watch is in effect meaning gusty wind combined with low afternoon humidity will lead to the spread of wildfires, should they begin. One spark can cause major issues so please do not do any outdoor burning whatsoever.
I don't have any rain in the seven day forecast at this time.
After a cold morning Wednesday, you'll have a sunny and warm afternoon but the wind will be gusty from the south.
A cold front arrives Wednesday night into Thursday morning leading to cooler air for Thursday, highs only around 50.
The weather still looks warm this weekend.
Thanks for checking out our blog.
The Wind That Won't Go Away
FROM KRBC Chief Meteorologist Randy Turner ..
I'm afraid we aren't finished with the gusty wind. It will be back Wednesday, only from a different direction, from the south. Then, Wednesday night yet another dry cold front marches through, shifts the wind to the north and gusty conditions will prevail Thursday. By Friday, we should see another shift in the wind, back to the south which will warm temperatures in time for the weekend. Expect pleasant weather this weekend. For now, I'm leaving the forecast dry but monitoring a storm system which will affect us by the early part of next week. I'm afraid it will produce rain to the east of us and not benefit our area.
No outdoor burning please as winds continue to be gusty. Humidity will be extremely low which is perfect grass fire conditions. Be safe.
I'm afraid we aren't finished with the gusty wind. It will be back Wednesday, only from a different direction, from the south. Then, Wednesday night yet another dry cold front marches through, shifts the wind to the north and gusty conditions will prevail Thursday. By Friday, we should see another shift in the wind, back to the south which will warm temperatures in time for the weekend. Expect pleasant weather this weekend. For now, I'm leaving the forecast dry but monitoring a storm system which will affect us by the early part of next week. I'm afraid it will produce rain to the east of us and not benefit our area.
No outdoor burning please as winds continue to be gusty. Humidity will be extremely low which is perfect grass fire conditions. Be safe.
Monday, January 28, 2008
Fire Weather Watch in Effect
From KRBC Chief Meteorologist Randy Turner ...
One word describes our weather the next few days .. windy. A dangerous situation is setting up Tuesday with very gusty northwest wind, thanks to a cold front, and a low humidity which means a high wildfire danger all across the KRBC viewing area. Be prepared and please, not outside burning. In addition, the wind will likely kick up some dust Tuesday afternoon. The wind will relax a little Tuesday night before it picks up again Wednesday in advance of the next front which gets here Thursday. Precipitation isn't too likely, maybe some spotty light showers Wednesday night or Thursday, but I'm certainly not too excited about the chances. Gusty windy continues into Friday.
Temperatures, as you might expect, will be up and down thanks to the fronts. Tuesday's high will probably come during the morning as temperatures slowly fall during the afternoon. I expect freezing or just below Tuesday night and again Thursday night. On the bright side, weather for the upcoming weekend looks very pleasant.
One word describes our weather the next few days .. windy. A dangerous situation is setting up Tuesday with very gusty northwest wind, thanks to a cold front, and a low humidity which means a high wildfire danger all across the KRBC viewing area. Be prepared and please, not outside burning. In addition, the wind will likely kick up some dust Tuesday afternoon. The wind will relax a little Tuesday night before it picks up again Wednesday in advance of the next front which gets here Thursday. Precipitation isn't too likely, maybe some spotty light showers Wednesday night or Thursday, but I'm certainly not too excited about the chances. Gusty windy continues into Friday.
Temperatures, as you might expect, will be up and down thanks to the fronts. Tuesday's high will probably come during the morning as temperatures slowly fall during the afternoon. I expect freezing or just below Tuesday night and again Thursday night. On the bright side, weather for the upcoming weekend looks very pleasant.
Sunday, January 27, 2008
MORE WARM WEATHER MONDAY
Hello and thanks for stopping by our blog, written by Chief Meteorologist Randy Turner.
If you enjoyed the warm weather Sunday, you'll enjoy the warm weather forecast for Monday, too. One more day of above normal temperatures followed by a cold front early Tuesday which will drop temperatures closer to normal for this time of year.
A second cold front Thursday will bring a brief chill but in both instances, we aren't talking about long lasting effects and, unfortunately, we're not talking any rain at this point, just dry. We'll come close seeing rain Thursday but I think the moisture may be a little too far east of our area.
Sunday Night: High cloudiness and 52. South and southwest wind 10 to 15.
Monday: Partly cloudy and 77. Southwest wind 10 to 20 so the fire danger is elevated a little Monday due to dry conditions.
Monday Night: Partly cloudy and 50.
Tuesday: A cold front arrives, Partly cloudy with a high near 60 and north wind.
Tuesday night: Clear and 32.
Wednesday and Thursday: Near 62 each day.
Friday: Mostly sunny, 55.
Saturday-Sunday: Another warming trend, mid 60's to near 70.
If you enjoyed the warm weather Sunday, you'll enjoy the warm weather forecast for Monday, too. One more day of above normal temperatures followed by a cold front early Tuesday which will drop temperatures closer to normal for this time of year.
A second cold front Thursday will bring a brief chill but in both instances, we aren't talking about long lasting effects and, unfortunately, we're not talking any rain at this point, just dry. We'll come close seeing rain Thursday but I think the moisture may be a little too far east of our area.
Sunday Night: High cloudiness and 52. South and southwest wind 10 to 15.
Monday: Partly cloudy and 77. Southwest wind 10 to 20 so the fire danger is elevated a little Monday due to dry conditions.
Monday Night: Partly cloudy and 50.
Tuesday: A cold front arrives, Partly cloudy with a high near 60 and north wind.
Tuesday night: Clear and 32.
Wednesday and Thursday: Near 62 each day.
Friday: Mostly sunny, 55.
Saturday-Sunday: Another warming trend, mid 60's to near 70.
Saturday, January 26, 2008
Saturday Evening Update
From Meteorologist Nathan Motz.....
Temperatures this afternoon managed to climb about 20 degrees higher than they were yesterday thanks to a drier air mass moving in and a couple of breaks in the cloud cover.
For the rest of this weekend, more of the same will be expected as temperatures will warm into the 70's tomorrow and even into Monday. A trough of low pressure will develop in far western Texas and eastern New Mexico by tomorrow, making for breezy conditions by tomorrow afternoon.
By Monday and Tuesday, very windy weather will continue and some wind gusts by Tuesday could approach the 40 mph range so be advised if you have plans on area lakes or if you drive a high profile vehicle.
Temperatures will cool towards the middle and latter part of next week as a series of cold fronts move through. The strongest front will pass through the area on Thursday and will bring with it a slight chance of rain for mainly our eastern and southeastern counties.
Have a great Sunday!!
Temperatures this afternoon managed to climb about 20 degrees higher than they were yesterday thanks to a drier air mass moving in and a couple of breaks in the cloud cover.
For the rest of this weekend, more of the same will be expected as temperatures will warm into the 70's tomorrow and even into Monday. A trough of low pressure will develop in far western Texas and eastern New Mexico by tomorrow, making for breezy conditions by tomorrow afternoon.
By Monday and Tuesday, very windy weather will continue and some wind gusts by Tuesday could approach the 40 mph range so be advised if you have plans on area lakes or if you drive a high profile vehicle.
Temperatures will cool towards the middle and latter part of next week as a series of cold fronts move through. The strongest front will pass through the area on Thursday and will bring with it a slight chance of rain for mainly our eastern and southeastern counties.
Have a great Sunday!!
Friday, January 25, 2008
Friday Evening Update
From Meteorologist Nathan Motz......
After freezing rain, sleet, and a few snow flakes impacted the Big Country over the last few nights, warmer conditions are expected as we head into the weekend.
Afternoon highs will quickly warm into the 60's tomorrow and into the lower 70's by Sunday and into Monday. Drier conditions will also prevail from tonight through at least Monday.
On Monday night and into Tuesday morning, a cold front will move through the area, lowering high temperatures back into the upper 50's to near 60 but the frontal passage is expected to be dry at this time.
By next Thursday, another cold front and upper level storm system will move near enough to us to introduce a slight chance of rain. Right now, it appears that the bulk of the precipitation will remain well off to the east and north but this system will bear watching as we head towards the end of next week. With the frontal passage, temperatures will fall back into the low to mid 50's with low's in the low to mid 30's.
Have a great weekend!!
After freezing rain, sleet, and a few snow flakes impacted the Big Country over the last few nights, warmer conditions are expected as we head into the weekend.
Afternoon highs will quickly warm into the 60's tomorrow and into the lower 70's by Sunday and into Monday. Drier conditions will also prevail from tonight through at least Monday.
On Monday night and into Tuesday morning, a cold front will move through the area, lowering high temperatures back into the upper 50's to near 60 but the frontal passage is expected to be dry at this time.
By next Thursday, another cold front and upper level storm system will move near enough to us to introduce a slight chance of rain. Right now, it appears that the bulk of the precipitation will remain well off to the east and north but this system will bear watching as we head towards the end of next week. With the frontal passage, temperatures will fall back into the low to mid 50's with low's in the low to mid 30's.
Have a great weekend!!
Much Warmer Temperatures This Weekend
From Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
We are starting off this morning with temperatures in the low to mid 30s. Some freezing rain, sleet and rain is moving through the southeastern half of the area at this time. This could cause some slick spots on bridges, overpasses and elevated objects. Give yourself plenty of time to get to your destinations this morning. There is a Winter Storm Warning in effect until noon for the Callahan, Coke, Coleman, Fisher, Haskell, Jones, Nolan, Runnels, Shackelford, Taylor and Throckmorton counties. Comanche, Eastland and Stephens counties are under a Freezing Rain Advisory until noon. Brown county is under a Winter Weather Advisory until noon. It looks like temperatures will get above freezing areawide by mid to late morning, so these warnings and advisories may be canceled before noon. Temperatures will warm up throughout the day thanks in part to winds from the southwest by this afternoon. Highs should be in the mid to upper 40s. The chances of rain will decrease through the day.
By tonight, it should be dry with partly cloudy skies. Temperatures look to remain above freezing with lows in the mid to upper 30s.
Much warmer conditions are expected this weekend with highs in the mid 60s on Saturday and the low 70s on Sunday. If you are planning a golf outing or outdoor activity this weekend, I would suggest Saturday since it will be windy on Sunday.
A cold front is expected to move through the area late Monday. Highs should be in the low 70s. There is a 20% chance of showers and possibly a few thunderstorms.
Tuesday and Wednesday will be cooler with highs in the upper 50s.
Have a safe and fantastic Friday!
We are starting off this morning with temperatures in the low to mid 30s. Some freezing rain, sleet and rain is moving through the southeastern half of the area at this time. This could cause some slick spots on bridges, overpasses and elevated objects. Give yourself plenty of time to get to your destinations this morning. There is a Winter Storm Warning in effect until noon for the Callahan, Coke, Coleman, Fisher, Haskell, Jones, Nolan, Runnels, Shackelford, Taylor and Throckmorton counties. Comanche, Eastland and Stephens counties are under a Freezing Rain Advisory until noon. Brown county is under a Winter Weather Advisory until noon. It looks like temperatures will get above freezing areawide by mid to late morning, so these warnings and advisories may be canceled before noon. Temperatures will warm up throughout the day thanks in part to winds from the southwest by this afternoon. Highs should be in the mid to upper 40s. The chances of rain will decrease through the day.
By tonight, it should be dry with partly cloudy skies. Temperatures look to remain above freezing with lows in the mid to upper 30s.
Much warmer conditions are expected this weekend with highs in the mid 60s on Saturday and the low 70s on Sunday. If you are planning a golf outing or outdoor activity this weekend, I would suggest Saturday since it will be windy on Sunday.
A cold front is expected to move through the area late Monday. Highs should be in the low 70s. There is a 20% chance of showers and possibly a few thunderstorms.
Tuesday and Wednesday will be cooler with highs in the upper 50s.
Have a safe and fantastic Friday!
Thursday, January 24, 2008
Icy Conditions Still Expected
From KRBC Chief Meteorologist Randy Turner
It's 11:35pm Thursday as I write this .. light rain still covers much of the area. The temperature sits at 32 with the potential to drop another couple degrees in the night. Watch for ice on roadways through the early morning commute but the winter weather is going to be short lived. The temperature should warm above freezing as we go through the morning bringing an end to the threat of ice. By Friday afternoon, the majority of the showers should push to our east and that opens the door to some very nice weather this weekend with temperatures Saturday through Monday well above normal for this time of year.
So, watch for icy spots early Friday but enjoy a warm weekend!
Thanks for checking our blog.
It's 11:35pm Thursday as I write this .. light rain still covers much of the area. The temperature sits at 32 with the potential to drop another couple degrees in the night. Watch for ice on roadways through the early morning commute but the winter weather is going to be short lived. The temperature should warm above freezing as we go through the morning bringing an end to the threat of ice. By Friday afternoon, the majority of the showers should push to our east and that opens the door to some very nice weather this weekend with temperatures Saturday through Monday well above normal for this time of year.
So, watch for icy spots early Friday but enjoy a warm weekend!
Thanks for checking our blog.
WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT
FROM KRBC CHIEF METEOROLOGIST RANDY TURNER ..
A WINTER STORM WARNING HAS BEEN ISSUED THROUGH NOON FRIDAY FOR ABILENE AND SURROUNDING COUNTIES TO THE EAST, WEST AND NORTH. READ THE OFFICIAL ADVISORY BELOW.
COUNTIES SOUTH OF ABILENE (COLEMAN AND BROWNWOOD AREAS) ARE INCLUDED IN A WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY FOR LESSER AMOUNTS OF ICE. AREAWIDE, HAZARDOUS TRAVEL IS NOW EXPECTED TONIGHT THROUGH NOON FRIDAY.
FISHER-NOLAN-HASKELL-THROCKMORTON-JONES-SHACKELFORD-TAYLOR-CALLAHAN-INCLUDING THE CITIES OF...ROTAN...ROBY...SWEETWATER...HASKELL...THROCKMORTON...WOODSON...STAMFORD...ANSON...HAMLIN...ALBANY...ABILENE...CLYDE...BAIRD...CROSS PLAINS 257 PM CST THU JAN 24 2008...
WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 12 PMCST FRIDAY...
THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE IN SAN ANGELO HAS ISSUED A WINTERSTORM WARNING...WHICH IS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO12 PM CST FRIDAY. THIS REPLACES THE WINTER STORM WATCH...WHICH ISNO LONGER IN EFFECT.RAIN WILL BECOME MORE WIDESPREAD LATE THIS AFTERNOON. ASTEMPERATURES DROP BELOW FREEZING...THE RAIN WILL MIX WITHFREEZING RAIN AND POSSIBLY SLEET OVERNIGHT. ICE ACCUMULATIONS OFONE TENTH TO ONE QUARTER INCH ARE POSSIBLE BY LATE FRIDAY MORNINGACROSS THE BIG COUNTRY. TEMPERATURES ARE EXPECTED TO RISE ABOVEFREEZING MID DAY FRIDAY WHEN PRECIPITATION WILL CHANGE OVER TO ALLRAIN. RESIDENTS ARE URGED TO TAKE TRAVEL PRECAUTIONS AS HAZARDOUSROAD CONDITIONS ARE POSSIBLE...ESPECIALLY ON ELEVATED SURFACESSUCH AS BRIDGES AND OVERPASSES.STAY TUNED TO NOAA WEATHER RADIO...OR LOCAL MEDIA FOR THE LATESTINFORMATION AND UPDATES RELATED TO THIS WINTER WEATHER SITUATION.
WATCH METEOROLOGIST BRANDON RECTOR FRIDAY MORNING ON KRBC WEST TEXAS TODAY FOR THE LATEST WEATHER UPDATES. TEAM COVERAGE FROM THE NEWS DEPARTMENT FEATURING STEPHANIE HARRIS AND DARCY DUPREE MAKE KRBC THE STATION TO WATCH FOR UPDATES ON FRIDAY MORNING.
A WINTER STORM WARNING HAS BEEN ISSUED THROUGH NOON FRIDAY FOR ABILENE AND SURROUNDING COUNTIES TO THE EAST, WEST AND NORTH. READ THE OFFICIAL ADVISORY BELOW.
COUNTIES SOUTH OF ABILENE (COLEMAN AND BROWNWOOD AREAS) ARE INCLUDED IN A WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY FOR LESSER AMOUNTS OF ICE. AREAWIDE, HAZARDOUS TRAVEL IS NOW EXPECTED TONIGHT THROUGH NOON FRIDAY.
FISHER-NOLAN-HASKELL-THROCKMORTON-JONES-SHACKELFORD-TAYLOR-CALLAHAN-INCLUDING THE CITIES OF...ROTAN...ROBY...SWEETWATER...HASKELL...THROCKMORTON...WOODSON...STAMFORD...ANSON...HAMLIN...ALBANY...ABILENE...CLYDE...BAIRD...CROSS PLAINS 257 PM CST THU JAN 24 2008...
WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 12 PMCST FRIDAY...
THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE IN SAN ANGELO HAS ISSUED A WINTERSTORM WARNING...WHICH IS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO12 PM CST FRIDAY. THIS REPLACES THE WINTER STORM WATCH...WHICH ISNO LONGER IN EFFECT.RAIN WILL BECOME MORE WIDESPREAD LATE THIS AFTERNOON. ASTEMPERATURES DROP BELOW FREEZING...THE RAIN WILL MIX WITHFREEZING RAIN AND POSSIBLY SLEET OVERNIGHT. ICE ACCUMULATIONS OFONE TENTH TO ONE QUARTER INCH ARE POSSIBLE BY LATE FRIDAY MORNINGACROSS THE BIG COUNTRY. TEMPERATURES ARE EXPECTED TO RISE ABOVEFREEZING MID DAY FRIDAY WHEN PRECIPITATION WILL CHANGE OVER TO ALLRAIN. RESIDENTS ARE URGED TO TAKE TRAVEL PRECAUTIONS AS HAZARDOUSROAD CONDITIONS ARE POSSIBLE...ESPECIALLY ON ELEVATED SURFACESSUCH AS BRIDGES AND OVERPASSES.STAY TUNED TO NOAA WEATHER RADIO...OR LOCAL MEDIA FOR THE LATESTINFORMATION AND UPDATES RELATED TO THIS WINTER WEATHER SITUATION.
WATCH METEOROLOGIST BRANDON RECTOR FRIDAY MORNING ON KRBC WEST TEXAS TODAY FOR THE LATEST WEATHER UPDATES. TEAM COVERAGE FROM THE NEWS DEPARTMENT FEATURING STEPHANIE HARRIS AND DARCY DUPREE MAKE KRBC THE STATION TO WATCH FOR UPDATES ON FRIDAY MORNING.
Good Afternoon
From KRBC Chief Meteorologist Randy Turner
Thanks for stopping by. As of 2:30pm, very light precipitation is showing up on Triple Doppler mainly west of a line from Roby to Sweetwater to San Angelo, but it's moving east/northeast.
We have a Winter Storm Watch in effect basically along and north of I-20, including Abilene, Sweetwater and east to DFW. The watch goes through Friday morning.
I feel we are on the temperature borderline dictating whether we see a cold rain or some sleet mixing in. I'm inclined to believe that it will be a mix of rain and sleet this afternoon into the evening, then be more of a sleet event as the temperature cools later tonight.
The forecast models for the overnight actually warm the temperature both here at the surface and aloft up to 5,000 feet which is the temperature layer that controls the form of precipitation we see. IF that's the case, we could end up with a mix of rain and sleet, which freezes enough to cause patchy ice issues.
As of now, I'd plan to see some ice along and north of a line from San Angelo to Coleman with the best chance for icy roads along and north of I-20.
This system continues to evolve so check back to this blog for updates and watch KRBC News at 5, 6 and 10 for updates.
Watch West Texas Today at 6:00am Friday with Meteorologist Brandon Rector and Stephanie Harris and Darcy Dupree reporting live on the latest weather conditions.
Thanks for stopping by. As of 2:30pm, very light precipitation is showing up on Triple Doppler mainly west of a line from Roby to Sweetwater to San Angelo, but it's moving east/northeast.
We have a Winter Storm Watch in effect basically along and north of I-20, including Abilene, Sweetwater and east to DFW. The watch goes through Friday morning.
I feel we are on the temperature borderline dictating whether we see a cold rain or some sleet mixing in. I'm inclined to believe that it will be a mix of rain and sleet this afternoon into the evening, then be more of a sleet event as the temperature cools later tonight.
The forecast models for the overnight actually warm the temperature both here at the surface and aloft up to 5,000 feet which is the temperature layer that controls the form of precipitation we see. IF that's the case, we could end up with a mix of rain and sleet, which freezes enough to cause patchy ice issues.
As of now, I'd plan to see some ice along and north of a line from San Angelo to Coleman with the best chance for icy roads along and north of I-20.
This system continues to evolve so check back to this blog for updates and watch KRBC News at 5, 6 and 10 for updates.
Watch West Texas Today at 6:00am Friday with Meteorologist Brandon Rector and Stephanie Harris and Darcy Dupree reporting live on the latest weather conditions.
Wintry Mix Likely Tonight
From Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
A cold front moved through the area last night and we are continuing to see the cold air filter into the area this morning. We are also seeing some drier air move into the region as well. Temperatures will not warm much at all today with highs only expected to be in the mid 30s. We should see cloudy skies throughout the day. There will be some drizzle in the southern portions of the viewing area this morning and that could lead to some slick spots so be careful. There is a 20% chance of precipitation beginning late this afternoon in our western and southwestern communities. It is likely going to be in the form of a wintry mix.
The best chance for precipitation this week will be tonight and early tomorrow. That chance is 50% and it too is expected to be a wintry mix. It is likely that we will see mainly freezing rain and sleet, but some snow could mix in at times. Lows for tonight will be in the upper 20s with highs tomorrow reaching the low to mid 40s in the afternoon. This means that by late tomorrow morning, all of the precipitation should be in the form of rain. Any ice or snow out there will begin melting when we get above freezing. After looking at the latest computer models, I think our best time to see precipitation will be around 6 a.m. to noon on Friday.
There is a chance we could see significant accumulations of snow, sleet or ice tonight and tomorrow. The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Watch for much of the KRBC viewing area because of this. This watch begins tonight and is in effect through tomorrow morning. The counties under the watch are: Callahan, Comanche, Eastland, Fisher, Haskell, Jones, Mitchell, Nolan, Scurry, Shackelford, Stephens, Taylor and Throckmorton. These warnings could be upgraded to a warning or we may see some advisories issued later today or tonight. Stay tuned to KRBC for further weather updates concerning the latest watches, warnings and advisories.
The weekend looks great with highs in the mid to upper 60s under partly cloudy skies.
Monday is expected to be windy with the arrival of a cold front. The front doesn't look to arrive until late in the afternoon so we will likely see highs in the upper 60s to low 70s. The chance of showers and even a few thunderstorms is 20%.
Tuesday and Wednesday look cooler and dry with highs in the upper 50s.
Have a terrific Thursday!
A cold front moved through the area last night and we are continuing to see the cold air filter into the area this morning. We are also seeing some drier air move into the region as well. Temperatures will not warm much at all today with highs only expected to be in the mid 30s. We should see cloudy skies throughout the day. There will be some drizzle in the southern portions of the viewing area this morning and that could lead to some slick spots so be careful. There is a 20% chance of precipitation beginning late this afternoon in our western and southwestern communities. It is likely going to be in the form of a wintry mix.
The best chance for precipitation this week will be tonight and early tomorrow. That chance is 50% and it too is expected to be a wintry mix. It is likely that we will see mainly freezing rain and sleet, but some snow could mix in at times. Lows for tonight will be in the upper 20s with highs tomorrow reaching the low to mid 40s in the afternoon. This means that by late tomorrow morning, all of the precipitation should be in the form of rain. Any ice or snow out there will begin melting when we get above freezing. After looking at the latest computer models, I think our best time to see precipitation will be around 6 a.m. to noon on Friday.
There is a chance we could see significant accumulations of snow, sleet or ice tonight and tomorrow. The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Watch for much of the KRBC viewing area because of this. This watch begins tonight and is in effect through tomorrow morning. The counties under the watch are: Callahan, Comanche, Eastland, Fisher, Haskell, Jones, Mitchell, Nolan, Scurry, Shackelford, Stephens, Taylor and Throckmorton. These warnings could be upgraded to a warning or we may see some advisories issued later today or tonight. Stay tuned to KRBC for further weather updates concerning the latest watches, warnings and advisories.
The weekend looks great with highs in the mid to upper 60s under partly cloudy skies.
Monday is expected to be windy with the arrival of a cold front. The front doesn't look to arrive until late in the afternoon so we will likely see highs in the upper 60s to low 70s. The chance of showers and even a few thunderstorms is 20%.
Tuesday and Wednesday look cooler and dry with highs in the upper 50s.
Have a terrific Thursday!
Wednesday, January 23, 2008
Winter Storm Watch in Effect
From KRBC Chief Meteorologist Randy Turner ...
A Winter Storm Watch has been issued for Abilene and the Big Country for the period Thursday afternoon through Friday morning. Cold air at the surface and warm moist air traveling above the cold should lead to light precipitation which could fall as a cold rain, sleet or snow. It appears Thursday night and Friday morning are the times favored for a wintry mix.
After the rain move east Friday evening, a warming trend begins. In fact, don't be surprised to see temperatures near 70 by Sunday and Monday before the next cold front late Monday arrives but it isn't expected to be as strong as the last two.
Be alert to rapidly changing weather Thursday afternoon through much of Friday as the storm system moves through.
A Winter Storm Watch has been issued for Abilene and the Big Country for the period Thursday afternoon through Friday morning. Cold air at the surface and warm moist air traveling above the cold should lead to light precipitation which could fall as a cold rain, sleet or snow. It appears Thursday night and Friday morning are the times favored for a wintry mix.
After the rain move east Friday evening, a warming trend begins. In fact, don't be surprised to see temperatures near 70 by Sunday and Monday before the next cold front late Monday arrives but it isn't expected to be as strong as the last two.
Be alert to rapidly changing weather Thursday afternoon through much of Friday as the storm system moves through.
Arctic Air and Wintry Precipitation Arrive Tomorrow
From Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
We are starting off this morning with conditions that are very similar to yesterday. Temperatures are in the upper 20s to low 30s with fog and light drizzle. Since we are below freezing, this is leading to slick spots on bridges, overpasses and other elevated objects. Please take your time in getting to your destinations this morning. With winds from the south and a few breaks in the clouds expected later today, we should warm up into the mid to upper 40s. If we don't see some sunshine today, then we will likely see highs in the upper 30s to low 40s.
The National Weather Service has issued a Freezing Rain Advisory until noon for Callahan, Coke, Coleman, Fisher, Haskell, Jones, Nolan, Runnels, Shackelford, Taylor and Throckmorton counties. Be prepared for slippery roads in these areas.
Our next cold front should arrive tonight and bring arctic air back to the region. Lows tonight will be in the low to mid 20s, so protect your pets, plants and pipes. The extreme western portions of the viewing area could see a wintry mix tonight. The chance of precipitation is slight.
We will have better chances for precipitation Thursday and it will include the entire area. That chance is 20% for the majority of the Big Country. The chance of precipitation is 40% for the western portions of the viewing area. We are looking at a scenario that we call overrunning to take place Thursday and Friday. This is when warm, moist air runs up and over cold, dry air. The warm, moist air in this situation is coming from the Pacific Ocean. Temperatures should be cold enough that wintry preciptation will be possible. We will see a mix of snow, sleet and freezing rain develop and move into the western-southwestern part of the viewing area during the day tomorrow and should be across the rest of the area by tomorrow night. It is Thursday night into Friday morning when we have the best chance at precipitation. That chance is 40% and could increase as we get closer to that time period. A Winter Storm Watch has been issued for Mitchell and Scurry counties for Thursday morning through late Thursday night. A Winter Storm watch has been issued for Callahan, Fisher, Haskell, Jones, Nolan, Shackelford, Taylor and Throckmorton counties for Thursday evening through Friday morning. A Winter Storm Watch means there is a potential for significant snow, sleet or ice accumulations that could impact travel. Highs on Thursday will be in the low to mid 30s. For Friday, we will start with temperatures in the upper 20s. However, we should warm up into the mid to upper 40s in the afternoon. This means that all precipitation should change over to rain. Stay tuned to KRBC for the latest weather updates.
This weekend will be much warmer with highs in the low to mid 60s under partly cloudy skies. There is a slight chance of rain Saturday and Sunday.
Have a safe and wonderful Wednesday!
We are starting off this morning with conditions that are very similar to yesterday. Temperatures are in the upper 20s to low 30s with fog and light drizzle. Since we are below freezing, this is leading to slick spots on bridges, overpasses and other elevated objects. Please take your time in getting to your destinations this morning. With winds from the south and a few breaks in the clouds expected later today, we should warm up into the mid to upper 40s. If we don't see some sunshine today, then we will likely see highs in the upper 30s to low 40s.
The National Weather Service has issued a Freezing Rain Advisory until noon for Callahan, Coke, Coleman, Fisher, Haskell, Jones, Nolan, Runnels, Shackelford, Taylor and Throckmorton counties. Be prepared for slippery roads in these areas.
Our next cold front should arrive tonight and bring arctic air back to the region. Lows tonight will be in the low to mid 20s, so protect your pets, plants and pipes. The extreme western portions of the viewing area could see a wintry mix tonight. The chance of precipitation is slight.
We will have better chances for precipitation Thursday and it will include the entire area. That chance is 20% for the majority of the Big Country. The chance of precipitation is 40% for the western portions of the viewing area. We are looking at a scenario that we call overrunning to take place Thursday and Friday. This is when warm, moist air runs up and over cold, dry air. The warm, moist air in this situation is coming from the Pacific Ocean. Temperatures should be cold enough that wintry preciptation will be possible. We will see a mix of snow, sleet and freezing rain develop and move into the western-southwestern part of the viewing area during the day tomorrow and should be across the rest of the area by tomorrow night. It is Thursday night into Friday morning when we have the best chance at precipitation. That chance is 40% and could increase as we get closer to that time period. A Winter Storm Watch has been issued for Mitchell and Scurry counties for Thursday morning through late Thursday night. A Winter Storm watch has been issued for Callahan, Fisher, Haskell, Jones, Nolan, Shackelford, Taylor and Throckmorton counties for Thursday evening through Friday morning. A Winter Storm Watch means there is a potential for significant snow, sleet or ice accumulations that could impact travel. Highs on Thursday will be in the low to mid 30s. For Friday, we will start with temperatures in the upper 20s. However, we should warm up into the mid to upper 40s in the afternoon. This means that all precipitation should change over to rain. Stay tuned to KRBC for the latest weather updates.
This weekend will be much warmer with highs in the low to mid 60s under partly cloudy skies. There is a slight chance of rain Saturday and Sunday.
Have a safe and wonderful Wednesday!
Tuesday, January 22, 2008
Winter Weather on the Way
From Meteorologist Randy Turner in the KRBC Weather Center ..
You will defintely want to pay attention to the weather Wednesday night through Friday morning. It is that period of time when the KRBC viewing area will likely see some sort of winter weather event .. perhaps a mix of sleet, snow and freezing rain. After a cold front arrives Wednesday afternoon and reinforces the cold air, upper level disturbances coming in from the southwest will drop precipitation which could fall in a frozen variety. It looks like Thursday afternoon through Friday morning is the favored time for this event as it works in from the west.
Scurry and Mitchell counties were placed under a Winter Storm Watch Tuesday afternoon, indicating that 2 to 4 inches of snow could fall on Thursday. We will monitor this situation closely.
In the Big Country, we should brace for changes but I think by Friday, we'll warm above freezing and see our moisture fall as rain. By the weekend, it'll be warm again and the chance for rain ends by late Saturday. Weather Sunday through early next week looks nice and mild.
You will defintely want to pay attention to the weather Wednesday night through Friday morning. It is that period of time when the KRBC viewing area will likely see some sort of winter weather event .. perhaps a mix of sleet, snow and freezing rain. After a cold front arrives Wednesday afternoon and reinforces the cold air, upper level disturbances coming in from the southwest will drop precipitation which could fall in a frozen variety. It looks like Thursday afternoon through Friday morning is the favored time for this event as it works in from the west.
Scurry and Mitchell counties were placed under a Winter Storm Watch Tuesday afternoon, indicating that 2 to 4 inches of snow could fall on Thursday. We will monitor this situation closely.
In the Big Country, we should brace for changes but I think by Friday, we'll warm above freezing and see our moisture fall as rain. By the weekend, it'll be warm again and the chance for rain ends by late Saturday. Weather Sunday through early next week looks nice and mild.
Freezing Rain Advisory Has Been Issued
The National Weather Service in San Angelo has issued a Freezing Rain Advisory for part of the viewing area. Here is the statement from their office:
FISHER-NOLAN-HASKELL-THROCKMORTON-JONES-SHACKELFORD-TAYLOR-CALLAHAN-INCLUDING THE CITIES OF...ROTAN...ROBY...SWEETWATER...HASKELL...THROCKMORTON...WOODSON...
STAMFORD...ANSON...HAMLIN...ALBANY...ABILENE...CLYDE...BAIRD...CROSS PLAINS 822 AM CST TUE JAN 22 2008...
FREEZING RAIN ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM CST THIS AFTERNOON...THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE IN SAN ANGELO HAS ISSUED A FREEZING RAIN ADVISORY...WHICH IS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM THIS AFTERNOON. LIGHT FREEZING RAIN AND FREEZING DRIZZLE WILL CONTINUE ACROSS THE BIG COUNTRY THROUGH THE MORNING AND EARLY AFTERNOON HOURS. WITH TEMPERATURES REMAINING BELOW FREEZING...ICE IS FORMING ON BRIDGES AND OVERPASSES...ESPECIALLY ALONG AND NORTH OF THE INTERSTATE 20 CORRIDOR. SEVERAL ACCIDENTS HAVE ALREADY BEEN REPORTED IN THE SWEETWATER AREA. MOTORISTS ARE URGED TO DRIVE CAREFULLY TODAY AND AVOID DRIVING ON ELEVATED ROAD SURFACES IF POSSIBLE. ALTHOUGH ICE ACCUMULATIONS ARE EXPECTED TO BE LIGHT...ROADS...STAIRWAYS AND OTHER ELEVATED SURFACES WILL BE SLICK. WITH WINDS OF 15 TO 20MPH...WIND CHILL READINGS WILL BE IN THE TEENS. A FREEZING RAIN ADVISORY MEANS THAT PERIODS OF FREEZING RAIN ORFREEZING DRIZZLE WILL CAUSE TRAVEL DIFFICULTIES. BE PREPARED FORSLIPPERY ROADS. SLOW DOWN AND USE CAUTION WHILE DRIVING.
FISHER-NOLAN-HASKELL-THROCKMORTON-JONES-SHACKELFORD-TAYLOR-CALLAHAN-INCLUDING THE CITIES OF...ROTAN...ROBY...SWEETWATER...HASKELL...THROCKMORTON...WOODSON...
STAMFORD...ANSON...HAMLIN...ALBANY...ABILENE...CLYDE...BAIRD...CROSS PLAINS 822 AM CST TUE JAN 22 2008...
FREEZING RAIN ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM CST THIS AFTERNOON...THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE IN SAN ANGELO HAS ISSUED A FREEZING RAIN ADVISORY...WHICH IS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM THIS AFTERNOON. LIGHT FREEZING RAIN AND FREEZING DRIZZLE WILL CONTINUE ACROSS THE BIG COUNTRY THROUGH THE MORNING AND EARLY AFTERNOON HOURS. WITH TEMPERATURES REMAINING BELOW FREEZING...ICE IS FORMING ON BRIDGES AND OVERPASSES...ESPECIALLY ALONG AND NORTH OF THE INTERSTATE 20 CORRIDOR. SEVERAL ACCIDENTS HAVE ALREADY BEEN REPORTED IN THE SWEETWATER AREA. MOTORISTS ARE URGED TO DRIVE CAREFULLY TODAY AND AVOID DRIVING ON ELEVATED ROAD SURFACES IF POSSIBLE. ALTHOUGH ICE ACCUMULATIONS ARE EXPECTED TO BE LIGHT...ROADS...STAIRWAYS AND OTHER ELEVATED SURFACES WILL BE SLICK. WITH WINDS OF 15 TO 20MPH...WIND CHILL READINGS WILL BE IN THE TEENS. A FREEZING RAIN ADVISORY MEANS THAT PERIODS OF FREEZING RAIN ORFREEZING DRIZZLE WILL CAUSE TRAVEL DIFFICULTIES. BE PREPARED FORSLIPPERY ROADS. SLOW DOWN AND USE CAUTION WHILE DRIVING.
The Cold Front Has Arrived
From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...
With a cold front moving through the area this morning, we have already seen our highs for today. They mainly occurred just after midnight, so the official high for the day will be a lot warmer than what we experience for much of the day. We will likely not make it past the mid to upper 30s this afternoon. With breezy conditions expected through the day, wind chills will be in the teens and 20s. We have had some dense fog and drizzle across portions of the area this morning. With temperatures at and below freezing in many locations, it is possible for us to have some slick spots so be careful and give yourself plenty of time to get to your destination.
It will be cold tonight with lows in the low to mid 20s. With a hard freeze expected for the area, you need to be sure and protect your pets, plants and pipes for tonight.
Wednesday should be warmer, but still chilly with highs in the mid to upper 40s under mostly cloudy skies.
Another cold front is expected to move through the region late Wednesday. This will bring cold temperatures back to the Big Country once again. Highs for Thursday look to be in the low to mid 30s under mostly cloudy skies. It is possible for us to see a wintry mix overnight Wednesday night into Thursday. The chance is only 20% right now, but that could change as we get closer to that time period.
Our best chance at precipitation this week is 30% and that will be on Friday. We could see some frozen precipitation early in the morning, but it will change to all rain later in the day as highs reach the low to mid 40s.
Chances for rain will be with us this weekend. We have a 20% chance on Saturday and a slight chance on Sunday. It should be warmer with highs in the upper 50s to low 60s.
Be safe out there today and have a terrific Tuesday!
With a cold front moving through the area this morning, we have already seen our highs for today. They mainly occurred just after midnight, so the official high for the day will be a lot warmer than what we experience for much of the day. We will likely not make it past the mid to upper 30s this afternoon. With breezy conditions expected through the day, wind chills will be in the teens and 20s. We have had some dense fog and drizzle across portions of the area this morning. With temperatures at and below freezing in many locations, it is possible for us to have some slick spots so be careful and give yourself plenty of time to get to your destination.
It will be cold tonight with lows in the low to mid 20s. With a hard freeze expected for the area, you need to be sure and protect your pets, plants and pipes for tonight.
Wednesday should be warmer, but still chilly with highs in the mid to upper 40s under mostly cloudy skies.
Another cold front is expected to move through the region late Wednesday. This will bring cold temperatures back to the Big Country once again. Highs for Thursday look to be in the low to mid 30s under mostly cloudy skies. It is possible for us to see a wintry mix overnight Wednesday night into Thursday. The chance is only 20% right now, but that could change as we get closer to that time period.
Our best chance at precipitation this week is 30% and that will be on Friday. We could see some frozen precipitation early in the morning, but it will change to all rain later in the day as highs reach the low to mid 40s.
Chances for rain will be with us this weekend. We have a 20% chance on Saturday and a slight chance on Sunday. It should be warmer with highs in the upper 50s to low 60s.
Be safe out there today and have a terrific Tuesday!
Monday, January 21, 2008
You'll Need a Coat !!
From KRBC Chief Meteorologist Randy Turner ..
A cold front will move through the Big Country and Central Texas early in the day Tuesday which means much colder temperatures Tuesday through Thursday. It looks like Thursday may be the coldest day of all, not getting out of the 30's. Another cold front will arrive late Wednesday to reinforce the first one. There is also a slight chance for light rain in your forecast Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Due to temperatures being at or below freezing Thursday night, any precipitation which falls will have the potential to freeze before we warm up during the day Friday, so stay tuned for more about that. Bundle up and prepare for a cold week, but at least we can look forward to a warmer than normal weekend
A cold front will move through the Big Country and Central Texas early in the day Tuesday which means much colder temperatures Tuesday through Thursday. It looks like Thursday may be the coldest day of all, not getting out of the 30's. Another cold front will arrive late Wednesday to reinforce the first one. There is also a slight chance for light rain in your forecast Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Due to temperatures being at or below freezing Thursday night, any precipitation which falls will have the potential to freeze before we warm up during the day Friday, so stay tuned for more about that. Bundle up and prepare for a cold week, but at least we can look forward to a warmer than normal weekend
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