Corpus Christi, TX – South Texas is heading into an unusually warm fall weekend as temperatures rise well above normal and coastal winds strengthen, creating breezy travel conditions across bridges and elevated highways. Forecasters say the trend will continue into early next week, giving the region a late-November warm spell before a weak boundary brings small weather changes.
Fall Warmth Expands Across the Coastal Bend
Warm, humid air pushed into the Coastal Bend before sunrise, with flags along Shoreline Boulevard already snapping in an increasingly strong south wind. The pavement felt damp with moisture as morning commuters experienced steady crosswinds, particularly on the JFK Causeway and exposed segments of US-181.
Weather experts say the region is entering a stretch of stable, hotter-than-normal conditions. According to the National Weather Service (NWS) Corpus Christi, clear skies will dominate through the weekend, allowing temperatures to climb into the low and mid-80s, closer to early-fall levels than late November.
Residents planning holiday travel, outdoor work, or home projects are encouraged to take advantage of today’s calmer window because winds are expected to ramp up late tonight and especially on Sunday.
Increasing Winds Raise Travel Concerns
Forecasters say south winds strengthen today and again Sunday, with gusts reaching levels strong enough to affect drivers of trucks, RVs, and high-profile vehicles. The Harbor Bridge and other elevated spans will be the most challenging for drivers…