Snow covers the grounds of a San Antonio school during winter weather.
Winter weather is hitting San Antonio and surrounding areas with school closures and expected delays. As temperatures fall and mixed precipitation looms, families should prepare for a chilly weekend. Rainfall and possible snowflakes are forecasted, along with a cold weather advisory. Despite the inconveniences, a temperature rebound to nearly 60 degrees is expected by the weekend, bringing potential for outdoor activities.
Winter is finally making its presence felt in San Antonio and surrounding areas, as several school districts in the Hill Country and South Central Texas have announced closures and delays owing to the expected wintry weather this week. With temperatures taking a nosedive and a possibility of mixed precipitation on the horizon, it seems that families may need to prepare for a chilly weekend ahead.
Starting Thursday morning, a few light showers are anticipated but will quickly transform into widespread rainfall by the afternoon. If you plan to venture out, prepare for temperatures dipping into the 30s as the rain begins to make an appearance. As the skies open up, drivers should brace themselves for wet roads and puddles forming throughout the town. A little caution will go a long way as visibility might be lower with the shifting weather.
Residents in the Hill Country should keep their eye on the sky as the morning begins early on Thursday with potential sleet or freezing rain. Fortunately, experts suggest that, while this may lead to light icing on elevated surfaces, the impact will likely be minimal. By midday on Thursday, it is expected that all precipitation will transition into rain, marking a shift in the day’s weather conditions.
As Thursday rolls into late night and early Friday, there’s a chance we might see a few snowflakes making an appearance. However, there’s no need to panic—as of now, no significant accumulation is anticipated. Residents are instead being warned of a cold weather advisory issued by the National Weather Service, as temperatures are expected to dip below freezing, bringing about wind chill readings in the 20s. This is a significant drop, as temperatures have fallen about 30 degrees since Sunday.
The chilly temperatures won’t be short-lived, either. For the week to follow this drastic cold front, daytime highs are expected to remain in the 30s to 50s, significantly lower than January’s usual peak of around 63 degrees in San Antonio. In addition, this arctic air is predicted to stick around well into the weekend. With a potential for winter weather early next week, residents should keep an eye on forecasts.
On the bright side, rainfall accumulations of around an inch are projected for most areas in South-Central Texas by Friday morning, providing a much-needed boost to the local environment, even if it means uncomfortable outdoor conditions. The Hill Country, in particular, could receive light icing on elevated surfaces during the crucial hours from 4 AM until 1 PM on Thursday, followed by about an inch of rain throughout the day. Let’s hope it revitalizes our nature!
As tough as the weather might be this week, good news is on the way! By the weekend, we can expect temperatures to rebound to near 60 degrees, paired with plenty of sunshine streaming through the clouds. This should make for a beautiful backdrop for families to enjoy outdoor activities once the cold front passes. So, hang in there, San Antonio! Spring is just around the corner, and brighter days are on the horizon.
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