Abilene, Texas – Cooler air moved into West Central Texas early Monday, lowering afternoon temperatures across the region.
According to the National Weather Service office in Abilene/San Angelo, a cold front pushed south through the Big Country early this morning, bringing noticeably cooler conditions compared to the weekend.
Forecasters say highs this afternoon are expected to reach the 60s to near 70 degrees in Haskell and Throckmorton counties. Areas farther south across the Big Country are forecast to see temperatures in the 70s.
In the Concho Valley and portions of Brownwood south toward Interstate 10, highs are projected to reach between 80 and 83 degrees.
Patchy clouds were reported earlier in the day, but skies are expected to turn partly cloudy to mostly sunny through the afternoon. Wind speeds are also forecast to remain lower than those observed over the weekend.
The cooler air mass marks a noticeable shift for residents who experienced warmer conditions in recent days. The temperature differences across counties reflect the southward progression of the front.
For students walking home and commuters heading out this afternoon, conditions are expected to feel milder with reduced wind.
The National Weather Service has not issued any advisories in connection with this system, and no hazardous weather is anticipated at this time.
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