Triple digits ahead and a Pacific storm with impacts for South Texas

Triple digits ahead and a Pacific storm with impacts for South Texas

FORECAST HIGHLIGHTS

  • HOT & DRY THIS WEEK: Temperatures peak near 100° on Thursday
  • WATCHING TROPICAL STORM LORENA: Lorena *could* bring heavy rain at some point this weekend

FORECAST

We’ll be shifting back to a summer pattern for the rest of the work week. That means hot and dry weather. Then, all eyes turn to the Pacific. Here’s what you need to know.

HOT & DRY THROUGH FRIDAY

As a quieter pattern takes hold, with slightly lower humidity, temperatures will climb during the next several afternoons. Temperatures are forecast to peak on Thursday when much of South Texas will see triple digits.

The latest 7 day forecast from Your Weather Authority

LORENA

Tropical Storm Lorena will have big impacts on South Texas’s weekend forecast – depending on Lorena’s timing and location. Often times, once we arrive to September and October, what forms in the Pacific can be more impactful than what forms in the tropical Atlantic.

Tropical Depression #12 likely become Tropical Storm Lorena later this week.

WEEKEND FORECAST

Flooding is possible across Texas depending on Lorena's track

What unfolds this weekend will hinge on Lorena. If Lorena speeds up, Saturday would be the day for rain. If Lorena slows down, rain is most likely Sunday. The potential for flooding will exist. BOTTOM LINE: Don’t cancel plans, but to plan to check in with the forecast frequently in order to plan your weekend. We will keep you posted!

Rain chances over the weekend will depend on what happens with Lorena

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