Cooler Weather, Scattered Showers Expected Across West Central Texas

Scattered thunderstorms are anticipated Monday morning, with the potential for isolated heavy downpours, especially in areas south of a Sterling City to Brownwood line. North-to-northeast winds will range between 5 to 10 mph, helping to ease humidity.

A Hazardous Weather Outlook issued by the NWS states that while the threat for widespread hazardous weather remains low, a few thunderstorms may bring locally heavy rainfall to southern areas. Rain chances decrease by the afternoon as skies clear.

The forecast improves slightly Tuesday into Wednesday, with another chance of scattered showers and thunderstorms. The NWS forecasts a 35% chance of rain for San Angelo and surrounding areas, with localized flooding possible in some regions. Rainfall totals are expected to range from 0.10 to 0.50 inches.

Cooler conditions will follow the cold front, with temperatures expected to stay below 85°F for the rest of the week. Highs will hover around the low 80s, and nighttime lows are projected to dip into the upper 50s by Wednesday night.

The passage of the autumnal equinox on Sept. 22 marked the official start of fall, and as daylight hours decrease, residents can expect earlier sunsets and cooler evenings moving forward.