SAN ANGELO, TX – The National Weather Service in San Angelo has issued a Cold Weather Advisory and a Winter Weather Advisory for portions of West Central Texas through Tuesday morning, warning of bitterly cold temperatures and potential winter precipitation.
Wind chills as low as 2 to 10 degrees above zero are expected overnight Monday into Tuesday morning as winds of 10 to 15 mph combine with temperatures in the mid-to-upper teens. Residents are urged to limit time spent outdoors, cover exposed skin, and protect outdoor pipes from freezing conditions. The Cold Weather Advisory remains in effect until 9 a.m. Tuesday.
A Winter Weather Advisory is also in place for the Northwest Hill Country and parts of the Heartland and Northern Edwards Plateau from 6 p.m. Monday through 9 a.m. Tuesday. Snow accumulations of 0.5 to 1 inch are forecasted, with the possibility of sleet. Travel disruptions are expected, especially on bridges and overpasses, where slick conditions may develop. Motorists are advised to use caution and plan for slippery roads.
The extended forecast shows nighttime lows near or below freezing throughout the week, with daytime highs gradually warming into the 50s and 60s by midweek. A hard freeze is expected each night through Friday, and residents are advised to protect pets, plants, and pipes.
The forecast for Martin Luther King Jr. Day predicts sunny conditions with a high near 38°F. Wind chill values will range between 9°F and 19°F due to east-southeast winds around 10 mph, with gusts up to 20 mph.
Light snow is possible across the region Monday night, with the greatest accumulation potential in the Northwest Hill Country, where a medium chance of up to 1 inch of snowfall has been predicted. The NWS urges residents to monitor updates as uncertainty remains regarding exact snowfall amounts.
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