San Antonio woke up cloudy, muggy, and sitting in the mid-60s, with a warm and humid day building ahead of an approaching front. Temperatures are expected to top out near 82°F today before a late shift Thursday into Friday brings more widespread rain. The most active stretch is still pegged for late Thursday night into Friday morning, when storms become heavier and more numerous. If you have outdoor plans Friday morning, plan on wet roads and gusty winds.
Tonight Into Friday
Showers and thunderstorms are likely late Thursday night into Friday morning, with the best shot at widespread rain overnight and into the day Friday. New rainfall amounts of roughly three quarters to one inch are possible late Thursday, with an additional 1 to 2 inches possible across parts of the area on Friday. Winds may gust into the 25 to 35 mph range at times.
Expect east-northeast winds tonight around 10 to 15 mph, shifting to north-northeast Friday as cooler air moves in, according to the National Weather Service.
What This Means For Your Commute
Roads will be slick and visibility can drop suddenly in heavier downpours, so allow extra travel time for the Friday commute and avoid flooded low-lying streets. Secure outdoor furniture and tents tonight, since gusty winds and heavy showers could damage items that are not tied down. If you need to be on the road early Friday, check updates before you leave and give yourself a buffer.
Weekend Outlook
The front should clear east by Friday night, leaving drier, cooler air for the weekend with highs near 72°F on Saturday and lighter winds. Sunday looks partly sunny and a bit warmer, and temperatures climb back into the 80s early next week. These changes are in line with current guidance from the National Weather Service.
This piece updates our April 29 post on the incoming front; see swelter set to snap for background. We will update if watches or warnings are issued overnight.
