San Angelo, Texas – Triple-digit temperatures are set to blanket San Angelo and surrounding Tom Green County by Wednesday, July 30, with highs near 98°F and rising. Texans traveling along US 277 and US 87 should prepare for extended heat exposure through the afternoon.
According to the National Weather Service in San Angelo, Wednesday will bring sunny skies and dangerously hot conditions, with south winds at 5 mph adding little relief. Heat will intensify through Thursday, topping out at 99°F before slightly dipping ahead of the weekend. Nighttime offers limited reprieve, as lows remain in the mid-70s with calm, humid conditions.
Road crews, outdoor workers, and vulnerable residents are urged to hydrate, limit sun exposure, and avoid peak afternoon hours. Power use may surge, so ERCOT recommends conserving electricity during peak usage periods. Residents should also check on elderly neighbors and never leave children or pets in vehicles.
Looking Ahead:
- Thursday, July 31: Sunny and hotter, high of 99°F, southeast wind around 5 mph.
- Friday, August 1: Mostly sunny, 96°F with a 20% chance of thunderstorms returning by Friday night.
- Saturday, August 2: Slight chance of showers after 1 p.m. with a high near 93°F. Expect clouds overnight.
- Sunday, August 3: Back to sun and heat, high near 96°F.
- Monday, August 4: Mostly clear and hot again with highs pushing 98°F.
⚠️ No significant rain relief expected until Friday night. Summer heat safety measures remain essential across the San Angelo region.
