San Antonio started Monday, on a cool and calm note, with clear skies, mid-40s morning temps and plenty of sunshine on tap. Afternoon highs are expected to land near 65°F, a mild setup before a quick warmup barrels in later this week.
What To Expect This Week
That warmup does not waste any time. On Tuesday, February 24, 2026, highs should jump to around 77°F, and by Wednesday, February 25, 2026, temperatures could surge into the upper 80s near 87°F. Southwest winds are forecast to strengthen from Tuesday into Wednesday, with gusts up to about 25 mph possible in the middle of the week. Dry skies stick around, with no rain expected through next weekend, according to the National Weather Service Austin/San Antonio.
Afternoon Winds And Commute Impacts
Winds stay on the lighter side Monday, but they will pick up out of the southwest Tuesday afternoon. That uptick could mean gusty crosswinds on area highways. Drivers of high-profile vehicles should give themselves extra space and time, and anyone with outdoor plans would be smart to secure loose patio furniture, tarps and anything else that might try to take flight.
Fire Weather Concerns
Dry air combined with the midweek wind surge will knock humidity down across inland counties, creating elevated to near-critical fire-weather conditions in parts of South Central Texas from today into Tuesday, with the risk expanding by Thursday. The local forecast discussion from the National Weather Service flags the greatest concern in drier inland and western portions of the region. Residents who live near brush or in unincorporated county areas should keep a close eye on evolving conditions.
Legal Implications
Bexar County has already extended an outdoor burn ban for unincorporated areas through May 11, 2026, and residents are urged to avoid open burning and postpone any brush-pile burns. Violating the county order can be charged as a Class C misdemeanor with fines up to $500, so checking county guidance before lighting anything up outdoors is not just smart, it is required, as reported by KSAT.
Plan Ahead
If you have outdoor projects scheduled this week, consider rescheduling any burning or brush-disposal work and be ready for gusty winds during the Tuesday and Wednesday evening commutes. For the quickest updates on any watches, advisories or changes to local restrictions, sign up for county alert systems and follow the National Weather Service on social platforms.
