a polar air mass returned to position About Texasgenerated Morning frost and subzero temperatures In most of the territory of the Lone Star State. Published by the National Weather Service (NWS) office Frost warnings have been issued across the region.while the thermometer readings drop significantly on Monday night and early Tuesday morning.
Amarillo NWS reported. Temperatures will drop sharply starting Monday nightblessed with gentle winds and clear skies. station estimate The value will be approximately 25°F (-3.8°C) before midnight. Thermometer readings are expected to fall within the following ranges: 20°F and 30°F (-9°C to -4°C) at dawn on tuesday.
The office issued Frost warning for Southeastern Panhandle countiesareas where the agricultural growing season has not yet ended. This phenomenon requires producers to take precautions against the risk of damage to sensitive crops.
Despite the cold start to the week, The panorama will change dramatically starting TuesdayWith the return of warm temperatures It is caused by an anticyclone and ridge pattern that spreads across the southwestern United States. According to N.W.S. Daytime values once again reach 70°F (21°C). The rest of this week is expected to remain dry and mild.
Fort Worth NWS reported. Much of north and central Texas woke up to a frost warning Monday.. The minimum value range is: 28°F (-2°C) and 32°F (0°C)Meanwhile, dry air and a slight breeze from the north added to the cold.
During the day, High temperatures barely reached 55°F (12.7°C)The humidity was very low and the wind was blowing from the north. 10 miles per hour (16 km/h). But trends change quickly. Starting Monday night, winds will rotate to the southeast; Significant temperature rise will further intensify on Tuesday.
The forecast indicated that reaches daytime values 70°F (21°C) And even more 80°F (26.6°C) Towards the middle of the week. However, this rebound comes with other risks. Wildfire threat west of Interstate 35caused by a combination of dry air, southerly winds, and high temperatures.
Fort Worth NWS noted: Chances of rain again will only be through the weekendwhen a system coming from the west is likely to generate scattered storms and new heat drops.
In the Southeast, the Houston/Galveston NWS issued a warning. Combination of light frost and conditions that are likely to cause forest fires. Early Monday morning, counties north of the Houston metropolitan area recorded their first freezing temperatures this fall. Trinity, Madison, Polkwhere Low temperatures near 30°F (-1°C) were recorded.
The agency issued Frost warnings are in effect for these areas It recommended protecting exposed plants and pipes. In addition, the red flag warning remained in place as extremely dry air and northerly winds reaching gusts of 20 mph (32 km/h) continued to increase the fire danger.
During the day, The environment remains cold, with maximum temperatures 60°F (15.5°C)but the trend quickly changes to increasing humidity and temperature. Starting Monday night, the winds began to shift to the east and southeast; Start of heat recovery. for him Tuesday, Maximum temperatures will reach 21°C (70°F). Meanwhile, temperatures are expected to reach up to 80°F (26.6°C) on Wednesday as the threat of frost dissipates.
Further inland, the Austin/San Antonio NWS reported: Frost began Monday in parts of the Hill Country and Edwards Plateau.cold air accumulates in the lowest areas. The frost advisory continues until dawn. The temperature was near 32°F (0°C) and the thermal sensation was down to 0°C. 20°F (-6°C).
Although the northerly wind was not as strong as Sunday, it made the morning noticeably colder. but, Tuesday will be the beginning of a change in pattern: If there is a clear sky and a southerly wind occurs, Temperatures rise, with maximums reaching 21°C (70°F).
A local meteorologist warned: A slight frost is possible in areas near Interstate 35 early Tuesday morning. and coastal grasslands, a product of nocturnal heat loss and gentle winds.
In the Far West, Midland/Odessa NWS recorded. Monday morning will be particularly cold across the plateau and northern Permian Basin. In some fields, The thermometer has dropped to 28°F (-2°C)and the first widespread frost of the season was reported in the highlands. The department has issued a freeze warning for Culberson County that is in effect until Monday morning.
he Tuesday, The scenario changes depending on the appearance The southwest wind became strongerIt can be blown away at speeds of up to 25 mph (40 km/h). Daytime temperatures can reach up to 75°F (23.8°C) and 85°F (29.4°C).
The extended prediction is that after the fever recovers, A new Pacific front is possible over the weekend.with strong winds Decrease in temperature where the minimum again approaches the freezing point For Sunday.
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