{"id":212720,"date":"2026-03-20T09:56:08","date_gmt":"2026-03-20T09:56:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/212720\/"},"modified":"2026-03-20T09:56:08","modified_gmt":"2026-03-20T09:56:08","slug":"hot-dry-pattern-continues-across-south-texas","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/212720\/","title":{"rendered":"Hot, Dry Pattern Continues Across South Texas"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Warmer but not quite record-breaking this weekend<\/p>\n<p>Warmer but and near record breaking heat (Copyright 2026 by KSAT &#8211; All rights reserved)FORECAST HIGHLIGHTSTODAY: Sunny and hot, highs in the upper 80sWEEKEND: Mostly sunny, lower 90s both Saturday and SundayEXTENDED OUTLOOK: Upper 80s to low 90s into midweekRAIN CHANCES: None \u2014 dry pattern continuesFORECAST<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 bYFsJw cuqaEv article-text\">TODAY<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 bYFsJw cuqaEv article-text\">An unusually strong upper-level high pressure system remains firmly in place, keeping winds out of the south to southeast and allowing temperatures to climb. Today will be warm and dry with afternoon highs pushing the upper 80s<\/p>\n<p>Upper 80s, Sunny (Copyright 2026 by KSAT &#8211; All rights reserved)<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 bYFsJw cuqaEv article-text\">THIS WEEKEND<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 bYFsJw cuqaEv article-text\">That ridge will continue to pump warm air into our region, keeping temperatures well above average through the middle of next week and opening the door for near-record heat Friday through Sunday.<\/p>\n<p>The warming trend continues, and this weekend will be hot for mid-March (Copyright 2026 by KSAT &#8211; All rights reserved)<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 bYFsJw cuqaEv article-text\">While the sunshine is great for outdoor plans, the dry air and low humidity will bring elevated fire weather conditions most days. Afternoon humidity levels will drop quickly, especially west of I-35, increasing the risk for grass fires. <\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 bYFsJw cuqaEv article-text\">EXTENDED OUTLOOK<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 bYFsJw cuqaEv article-text\">A weak cold front will slide into North Texas early next week but sadly is expected to stall before reaching South Texas. Temperatures will stay well above normal, fire danger remains elevated, and no rain is in sight.<\/p>\n<p>Extended Outlook (Copyright 2026 by KSAT &#8211; All rights reserved)Daily Forecast<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 kiwhtN\">KSAT meteorologists keep you on top of the ever-changing South Texas weather.<\/p>\n<p>QUICK WEATHER LINKS<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 nALdY copyright\">Copyright 2026 by KSAT &#8211; All rights reserved.<\/p>\n<p>About the AuthorShelby Ebertowski headshot<a class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__LinkBase-sc-1fnzlkn-9 eUojqd gMnWPT\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ksat.com\/team\/SEIE9RFO0GJW09USDFSDOFNWFE\/\" title=\"View Shelby Ebertowski&#039;s full profile\" itemprop=\"url\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Shelby Ebertowski<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 gnunoy bOlrXa\">Shelby Ebertowski joined KSAT 12 News in January 2025. She came to San Antonio from Fargo, North Dakota via the University of North Dakota, where she learned the ropes as a weekend forecaster over two years at KVLY. Her love of weather love began after experiencing Hurricane Harvey in 2017.<\/p>\n<p>Should the city rename C\u00e9sar Ch\u00e1vez Blvd?<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 kSMyDq jdBbpv\">\u25b6 0:29<\/p>\n<p>Should the city rename C\u00e9sar Ch\u00e1vez Blvd?Shuttle driver rescues toddler from a busy road<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 kSMyDq jdBbpv\">\u25b6 1:00<\/p>\n<p>Shuttle driver rescues toddler from a busy roadMan dies by suicide in police custody<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 kSMyDq jdBbpv\">\u25b6 0:35<\/p>\n<p>Man dies by suicide in police custodyDay 3: Erica Hernandez recaps evidence shown <\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 kSMyDq jdBbpv\">\u25b6 1:05<\/p>\n<p>Day 3: Erica Hernandez recaps evidence shown San Antonio C\u00e9sar Ch\u00e1vez march organizers, foundation disbands amid sexual abuse allegations<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 kSMyDq jdBbpv\">\u25b6 1:02<\/p>\n<p>San Antonio C\u00e9sar Ch\u00e1vez march organizers, foundation disbands amid sexual abuse allegationsSAPD says 12-year-old killed in a street racing crash<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 kSMyDq jdBbpv\">\u25b6 1:32<\/p>\n<p>SAPD says 12-year-old killed in a street racing crash2026 C\u00e9sar E. Ch\u00e1vez March for Justice cancelled<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 kSMyDq jdBbpv\">\u25b6 2:10<\/p>\n<p>2026 C\u00e9sar E. Ch\u00e1vez March for Justice cancelledChristopher Preciado Capital Murder Trial Day 2<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 kSMyDq jdBbpv\">\u25b6 1:02<\/p>\n<p>Christopher Preciado Capital Murder Trial Day 2Possible relief for a northeast side dangerous intersection.<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 kSMyDq jdBbpv\">\u25b6 1:07<\/p>\n<p>Possible relief for a northeast side dangerous intersection.CORPUS CHRISTI TURNING TO SAN ANTONIO FOR ANSWERS TO ITS WATER CRISIS<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 kSMyDq jdBbpv\">\u25b6 0:48<\/p>\n<p>CORPUS CHRISTI TURNING TO SAN ANTONIO FOR ANSWERS TO ITS WATER CRISISBlind man says security pushed him down stairs, beat him in parking lot of North Side bar<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 kSMyDq jdBbpv\">\u25b6 1:35<\/p>\n<p>Blind man says security pushed him down stairs, beat him in parking lot of North Side barDesfile Flambeau Iluminara la noche durante Fiesta<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 kSMyDq jdBbpv\">\u25b6 2:32<\/p>\n<p>Desfile Flambeau Iluminara la noche durante FiestaAdam Caskey has your cold Weather Authority update.<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 kSMyDq jdBbpv\">\u25b6 0:16<\/p>\n<p>Adam Caskey has your cold Weather Authority update.Checking your roof for wind damage.mp4<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 kSMyDq jdBbpv\">\u25b6 0:55<\/p>\n<p>Checking your roof for wind damage.mp4Jury selection began on Monday in the case of Christopher Preciado<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 kSMyDq jdBbpv\">\u25b6 0:38<\/p>\n<p>Jury selection began on Monday in the case of Christopher PreciadoDPS Mega Center closed due to plumbing issues<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 kSMyDq jdBbpv\">\u25b6 0:39<\/p>\n<p>DPS Mega Center closed due to plumbing issuesSecurity camera footage captures sound of when gunfire begins<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 kSMyDq jdBbpv\">\u25b6 0:41<\/p>\n<p>Security camera footage captures sound of when gunfire beginsBullet holes in homes<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 kSMyDq jdBbpv\">\u25b6 2:17<\/p>\n<p>Bullet holes in homesSchertz searches for answers to frequent railroad crossing crashes<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 kSMyDq jdBbpv\">\u25b6 0:51<\/p>\n<p>Schertz searches for answers to frequent railroad crossing crashesA stretch of Southeast Military Drive back in the spotlight<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 kSMyDq jdBbpv\">\u25b6 0:11<\/p>\n<p>A stretch of Southeast Military Drive back in the spotlightSarah Spivey has your weather Authority Forecast<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 kSMyDq jdBbpv\">\u25b6 0:14<\/p>\n<p>Sarah Spivey has your weather Authority ForecastCourt takes up case of Charles Byrd, accused of murdering his wife<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 kSMyDq jdBbpv\">\u25b6 0:48<\/p>\n<p>Court takes up case of Charles Byrd, accused of murdering his wife$91M East Side apartment development gets green light.mp4<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 kSMyDq jdBbpv\">\u25b6 0:32<\/p>\n<p>$91M East Side apartment development gets green light.mp4Grapefruit-sized hail hits South Central Texas<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 kSMyDq jdBbpv\">\u25b6 1:35<\/p>\n<p>Grapefruit-sized hail hits South Central TexasCar crosses low water road live on TV<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 kSMyDq jdBbpv\">\u25b6 1:16<\/p>\n<p>Car crosses low water road live on TVPrevious photoNext photo<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Warmer but not quite 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