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San Antonio Weather, Clouds, Sun, and Showers Expected to Cool Down Heat Wave

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Published on May 29, 2024
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San Antonio residents can look forward to a mix of clouds, sun, and potential showers in the coming days. The immediate forecast suggests a shift away from today's heat, with temperatures expect to hover in the high 80s in most areas of the city, according to the latest forecasts.

The National Weather Service reports that the dense fog seen earlier will dissipate by mid-morning, giving way to a mostly sunny day with an eye-catching high of nearly 96 degrees, the heat index reaching heights as sultry as 106 degrees. Winds will remain on the calmer side, flowing east southeast at a gentle 5 to 9 mph, as the service noted.

As the sun sets, the skies are foreseen to maintain their clarity, partying with the clouds momentarily. The thermometer's drop to a more agreeable 71 degrees at night will come with an east northeast wind blowing between 7 and 10 mph.

Looking ahead to the weekend, the forecast calls for a downturn in temperature, with a high near 86 degrees on Friday, before descending into a cooler Saturday with expected highs around 82. Winds will pick up at this time, bringing a northeasterly draft between 10 and 14 mph, featuring gusts as lively as 21 mph, as KSAT reports. The evening outlook for Friday and Saturday includes increasing clouds, which might just crack open to drop precipitation, with a 30 percent chance of showers predicted to roll in late Saturday night.

San Antonians should keep their umbrellas handy for Sunday and Monday, as the odds of rain and thunderstorms hover around 50 percent. Despite potential stormy interruptions, the temperatures should remain mild, with highs cresting near 79 on Sunday and returning to the mid-80s on Monday. Consistent with the muggy conditions, the humidity levels will remain high; a sticky 85 percent was recorded, making the feel of the air notably heavier than the actual temperature suggests.