The weather expected across Texas this Independence Day will look a bit different than it usually does for our nation’s birthday. Instead of sunny skies and sweltering 100-degree heat, a large part of the state will have cloudy skies, cooler temperatures, and even rain chances that could interfere with your outdoor plans.
The holiday’s not looking like a washout, but scattered showers are expected to develop, particularly in parts of Central and South Texas. Thankfully, rain chances are expected to decrease by the time it’s time to light the fireworks. Here’s a timeline of what to expect.
Fourth of July weather timeline
Morning (4 a.m. to noon): This period will bring the highest rain chances of the day to Central and South Texas. Scattered to widely scattered showers and storms are expected in and around the San Antonio area, as well as the Hill Country. Rain chances in San Antonio are about 60% during this time.
Locally heavy rainfall is possible, which could produce street flooding. Use caution and take it slow if you have any last-minute holiday travel planned. Not all areas will see heavy rainfall, but isolated locations could see an inch to 2 inches of additional rainfall accumulation…