SAN ANGELO, TX — West Central Texas is experiencing its longest day of the year today as the summer solstice arrives, with over 14 hours of daylight and temperatures climbing into the mid to upper 90s. In San Angelo, the sun rose at 6:37 a.m. and will set at 8:49 p.m., totaling 14 hours and 12 minutes of daylight.
The solstice, which occurs at 9:42 p.m. Friday, marks the official start of summer for the Northern Hemisphere. However, it does not coincide with the latest sunset of the year due to the Earth’s slightly elliptical orbit. Despite the extended daylight, the hottest days for the region typically arrive in July, as the ground continues to absorb and release heat into the atmosphere.
As summer begins, the National Weather Service is cautioning residents about increasing heat risk through the weekend. Although no heat advisories are currently in effect, heat index values could approach 100 degrees in some areas due to rising humidity from recent rainfall, particularly north of I-20.
Residents are advised to take precautions, especially those working outdoors. Safety tips include staying hydrated, wearing light-colored clothing, and watching for signs of heat illness.
Forecasts show warm and dry conditions persisting through next week. San Angelo is expected to reach highs in the low to mid-90s each day, with little to no chance of rain through Thursday. The probability of precipitation remains near 0% across most of the region, with only isolated 5% chances midweek in a few locations.
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