Cold Front to Bring Light Rainfall Across South Texas Thursday Into Friday, With Totals Up to Half an Inch Expected
SOUTH TEXAS — A cold front moving across South Texas late this week is expected to bring light but welcome rainfall to much of the region. Meteorologists say the front will push through the area Thursday, followed by overcast skies, patchy drizzle, and occasional showers lasting into Friday.
According to the 4 Zone Weather team, rainfall totals will generally range between 0.10 and 0.50 inches, with some isolated spots possibly receiving more.
“Not exactly a blockbuster rain, but I’ll take anything and run when it comes to rain,” one forecaster said, reflecting the sentiment of many residents in drought-prone South Texas.
Cold Front Timing and Conditions
The front is forecast to arrive Thursday morning, ushering in cooler temperatures and cloudy conditions across San Antonio, Corpus Christi, and Laredo. The cloud cover is expected to persist through Friday, accompanied by light and intermittent rain.
Behind the front, temperatures will drop into the 50s and 60s for highs, with overnight lows dipping into the 40s in some inland areas. Winds will shift northward, adding a chill to the air.
Light Rain Expected Across the Region
Meteorologists say that while rainfall totals will not be significant, the moisture will be beneficial following several dry weeks. Forecast maps show up to 0.57 inches near Del Rio, 0.48 inches in San Antonio, and around 0.18 inches near Corpus Christi.
Further east, Houston could see around 1.5 inches of rainfall, while Tyler and Lufkin are projected to receive around 0.4 inches. The heaviest rainfall from the system is expected further east, particularly across Louisiana, where totals could exceed 3 inches near Lafayette.
The rainfall legend provided by forecasters shows blue areas representing at least half an inch of rain, while green zones indicate lighter amounts closer to one-tenth of an inch.
Not a Flooding Threat, But Wet Roads Expected
Despite the rainfall, meteorologists emphasize that no flooding concerns are expected. However, drivers should be cautious during the Thursday evening and Friday morning commutes, as wet roads and light fog could reduce visibility in some areas.
The front will also mark the start of a cooler and cloudier pattern heading into the weekend, though conditions are expected to gradually clear by Saturday.
Outlook: Cool Weekend Ahead
By Saturday, drier air will move in behind the front, leading to clearing skies and cooler mornings across South Texas. Highs will likely remain in the 60s through the weekend before another potential system arrives early next week.
While this round of rain won’t make a major dent in drought conditions, forecasters note that even small amounts of rainfall will help ease dry soil and vegetation across the region.
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