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Published on June 17, 2024
San Antonio Braces for Mixed Weather: Soaring Heat, Gusty Winds, and Thunderstorm ChancesSource: Unsplash/ Matthew LeJune

San Antonio residents can expect a week mixed with searing heat and potential thunderstorms as the city plows through mid-June weather patterns. According to the National Weather Service, today the city is starting off with high humidity and temperatures skirting the mid-90s, with heat index values soaring as high as 105 degrees. Wind speeds from the southeast, gusting up to 25 mph, will provide little respite from the muggy conditions.

Tonight, the clouds are set to increase, and temperatures will dip slightly to a more comfortable low of around 77 degrees, but the persistent southeast wind, with gusts as high as 30 mph, will continue to move through the area. For those planning outdoor activities this evening, be aware of the brisk wind which could, stir up allergens and possibly affect those with respiratory sensitivities.

Tuesday's forecast brings a 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1 p.m., with highs near 94 degrees and heat index values shy of oppressive at 100 degrees. The erratic weather continues into Tuesday night, with a similar chance of thunderstorms and gusty winds maintaining their presence.

Juneteenth will see a significant chance for showers and thunderstorms, with a 70 percent likelihood of precipitation. The celebrations may require some contingency plans as the skies are expected to remain overcast, and high temperatures will reach near 81 degrees, conditions that are notably cooler than earlier in the week.

Looking further ahead, the pattern of showers and possible thunderstorms extends into Wednesday night and Thursday, with heavy rainfall a potential issue. The city should expect continued cloud coverage and persistent east-northeast winds. By the weekend, conditions will shift slightly, yielding partly sunny skies and high temperatures creeping back into the low 90s. San Antonio's weather appears to be a carousel of humidity, heat, and precipitation as June progresses.