News Summary
Scattered thunderstorms are forecasted for Texas this weekend as tropical moisture from the Gulf of Mexico increases humidity and temperatures. While isolated heavy rainfall and gusty winds may occur, severe weather is not expected. Morning temperatures will be mild, but high temperatures will soar into the 90s. A cold front is predicted to bring some relief from the intense heat. Rain chances will be highest on Friday and Saturday, with the potential for localized flooding in certain areas, while the weekend will end with clearer skies.
Austin, Texas – Scattered thunderstorms are on the horizon for the weekend as deep tropical moisture from the Gulf of Mexico ushers in a combination of moisture and rising temperatures across the state. Forecasts suggest that while thunderstorms will occur on Saturday and Sunday, severe weather is not anticipated. Isolated heavy rainfall and gusty winds may be present, but these conditions are expected to remain localized.
Morning temperatures are projected to be mild, ranging from the lower 70s in northern Texas to the upper 70s along the Coastal Bend. As the day progresses, high temperatures are set to soar into the middle 90s in North Texas, while southern regions could see highs reaching the upper 90s to low 100s. A weak cold front entering the Panhandle is anticipated to provide some relief from the intense heat experienced earlier in the week.
On Thursday, Texas recorded its hottest day of the year, with temperatures peaking at 104 degrees in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. Following this, the weak cold front is expected to lower temperatures slightly by Friday. Rain chances are increasing, with reports of scattered thunderstorms primarily developing north of San Antonio.
Friday is looking particularly promising for rain, with the best chances occurring between 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. in San Antonio. Overall rain coverage for Central and South Texas has risen to around 30%, but it is important to note that up to 70% of the area is likely to remain dry. Any stronger storms emerging could produce small hail and wind gusts of up to 50 mph.
There is also a slight risk of excessive rainfall, especially in areas like New Braunfels, Austin, and the Hill Country. On Saturday, the chance of storms is anticipated to be even higher, ranging between 40-50% with the possibility of isolated downpours and a minor risk of flash flooding.
While the initial part of the weekend may bring showers and storms, by Sunday, the forecast indicates a significant decrease in rain chances down to 10%. The day is expected to clear, resulting in mainly sunny skies, with temperatures expected to rise back into the upper 90s and approaching 100 degrees.
Looking ahead to the following week, San Antonio is projected to see daily high temperatures fluctuating between 98 and 101 degrees from Monday through at least Thursday. A ridge of high pressure is expected to reestablish itself over the region, which will likely result in a dry spell with minimal rain chances extending potentially into the middle of August.
Residents of Texas should remain informed about the changing weather conditions, particularly those living in areas prone to thunderstorms. While the weekend’s storms may provide some respite from the scorching heat, the overall trend leans toward continued warm temperatures in the near future.
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Additional Resources
- Express News: Storms in Texas
- Wikipedia: Weather
- CBS News: Cooler Temperatures in Texas
- Google Search: Texas Weather Forecast
- Express News: Triple-Digit Heat
- Google Scholar: Texas Weather Forecasts
- NBC News: Cutting-Edge Weather Forecasts in Texas
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Weather Forecasting
- Weather.com: Current Weather in McAllen, TX
- Google News: Texas Floods
