San Antonio is waking to partly cloudy skies Wednesday, but the clouds will not keep the heat in check for long: afternoon temperatures are expected to reach 101 degrees, with heat index values up to 105. The forecast stays mostly dry, setting up another stretch where errands, yardwork and outdoor plans get much tougher after lunch.
Sunny, Gusty Afternoon Ahead
Morning clouds should mix out as temperatures climb through the 80s before reaching their peak from midafternoon into early evening. South-southeast winds of 5 to 10 mph may gust to 20 mph, and the National Weather Service forecast puts the chance of rain at zero. No watches, warnings or advisories are in effect for the forecast area.
Warm Nights Keep The Heat Around
Tonight will be mostly clear with a low around 77, while south-southeast winds increase to 10 to 15 mph and gusts could reach 25 mph. Thursday looks like a near repeat, with mostly sunny skies, a high near 101, heat index values as high as 106 and only a 1% chance of rain.
Hot And Mostly Dry Through Next Week
Friday through Tuesday will bring mostly sunny to sunny skies and highs near 99 each day, with overnight lows in the mid to upper 70s. Rain chances remain near zero, topping out at 6% Friday and 3% Saturday before settling near zero early next week. The local forecast discussion says the heat may ease slightly by the weekend, but South-Central Texas is still set for a hot, dry run.
Heat Safety Still Matters
With heat index readings near or above 105, limit strenuous outdoor activity during the afternoon, drink water regularly and take breaks in air conditioning or shade. San Antonio's heat plan points residents toward cooling locations such as libraries, pools, community centers and senior centers when conditions intensify, while urging people to check on older adults, children and those with health conditions, according to San Antonio Metro Health.
