San Antonio residents might want to keep their umbrellas close by in the coming days as the city faces a series of rain chances, starting this afternoon with a 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Conditions will remain mostly sunny today, yet with a high near 95 degrees and heat index values ramping up to as high as 101, according to the National Weather Service. A mild east northeast wind around 5 mph is expected to occasionally stir the air.
The evening will gradually transition to partly cloudy skies and bring a slightly cooler low around 77. The weekend doesn't seem to break free from these patterns - weather forecasts suggest a 30 percent chance of rain on Saturday after 1 p.m. and a hot day peaking near 93 with similar heat index values. Sunday ramps up the rain possibility even higher, calling for a 50 percent chance of rain and clouds covering part of the sky.
For those looking forward to the Labor Day weekend, plans might have to be flexible. There's a considerable chance of 70% for showers and possibly thunderstorms in the afternoon. Despite partly sunny projections, the traditional outdoor festivities could be dampened. Temperatures will hover near 91 degrees with persistent north northeast winds of 5 to 10 mph.
Looking into next week's weather, San Antonio doesn't seem to be ready to shake off the rain showers just yet. There's a predicted 50 percent chance of rain Tuesday afternoon, and while nighttime might bring respite, Wednesday invites a 30 percent chance for more precipitation. Forecasters instruct to always stay prepared, as these conditions are are subject to quickly change. Inhabitants can track the latest weather updates via the National Weather Service website.
