Good afternoon Folks and TGIF! What a crazy weather week this has been considering we are in the middle of August. Numerous locations in central Texas have received over 5 inches of rain this past week with several locations receiving over 10 inches. Guess what, more is on the way!
Weekend Rain Set-Up:
Another rare August cool front will be sliding south into the area over the weekend and stall out. This frontal boundary, combined with upper level energy and plentiful amounts of moisture, will act as a trigger mechanism for showers and storms to develop. The heaviest of rains look to remain west of the I-35 corridor this time around, but nothing is certain when it comes to the weather. Early indications are that the Hill Country on general may receive an additional 3-5 inches of rain, with areas along and east of the I-35 corridor potentially receiving an additional 1-3 inches of rain. These totals are not set in stone and are likely to vary over the coming days.
Forecast Rainfall Totals (Weather Prediction Center Forecast Accumulation Map):
No Watches in effect, yet:
At this time, the National Weather Service has not re-issued a Flash Flood Watch for the area, however, that may change over the weekend or possibly as early as later this evening. The Weather Service is waiting on the latest forecast rainfall projections to make the call.
Temperatures:
A benefit out of all of this wet weather will be the well below average temperatures, clouds and rain will help to keep afternoon highs in the 80s to near 90°F over the weekend, although the humidity will be quite oppressive.
Safety:
The most important thing for you to remember is to be safe and have a way to receive severe weather watches/warnings/advisories. Please remember, TURN AROUND, DON'T DROWN!!!
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