San Antonio residents are bracing for a scorching week ahead as temperatures are expected to soar into the upper 90s, with a possible respite coming in the form of isolated storms, according to local weather forecasts. The National Weather Service indicates today's high approaching a sweltering 91 degrees under sunny skies, and the light East southeast winds doing little to cool down Texans.
Tonight promises mostly clear conditions with a calming low around 67, while Wednesday's weather is set to be mostly sunny with minimal winds, temperatures peaking near 92, the National Weather Service has published that the winds could gust as high as 21 mph, later in the day which may provide a brief respite from the heat. KSAT's weather forecasts dovetail with these predictions, suggesting that San Antonio will see partly cloudy skies today with a hot high of 99 degrees, and tomorrow will bring more of the same with temperatures touching the 100-degree mark.
Looking forward to the rest of the week, Thursday features a 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms which may offer some cooling, but the mercury is expected to remain high at around 87 degrees. The pattern of potential rainfall continues into the evening with a 30 percent chance, according to forecasts from the National Weather Service. Friday looks to be partly sunny while the weekend welcomes back the heat with highs expected to crest at 95 on Saturday and an even more blistering 96 degrees on Sunday.
For those planning late-weekend activities, Sunday night appears to continue the trend of mostly clear skies providing a suitable backdrop for any outdoor evening plans, and Monday's forecast is one to watch, as San Antonio anticipates a sunny and hot day with high temperatures potentially hitting an intense 97 degrees. Residents are therefore encouraged to stay hydrated and seek shade whenever possible, as the National Weather Service advises caution with these elevated temperatures; they can pose significant health risks especially to the elderly, young children, and people with chronic ailments so it's crucial for everyone to be aware of the warning signs of heat-related illnesses.
