Abilene, Texas – Near-record high temperatures are expected Saturday across parts of West Texas, approaching historic marks in Abilene and San Angelo.
According to the National Weather Service in San Angelo, afternoon highs are forecast to reach around 90 degrees in Abilene and near 91 degrees in San Angelo during the warmest part of the day Saturday.
Those temperatures would come close to longstanding records for March 14. The record high for Abilene is 91 degrees, set in 1908, while San Angelo’s record for the date is 92 degrees, set in 1989, according to the National Weather Service graphic shared Friday morning.
Forecasters say the expected temperatures are significantly above typical mid-March conditions. Average highs for this time of year are about 70 degrees in Abilene and 72 degrees in San Angelo, meaning Saturday’s forecast could run roughly 18 to 20 degrees warmer than normal.
The warm conditions are expected during the afternoon hours, when temperatures peak under continued dry and sunny weather patterns across the region.
While the forecast does not guarantee new records will be set, meteorologists note that record heat is possible if temperatures trend slightly higher than current projections.
Warm afternoons like this can increase outdoor activity across the region, though residents are encouraged to stay hydrated and take breaks if spending extended time outside.
The near-record temperatures may also be noticeable for students and young workers traveling or working outdoors Saturday afternoon, when the day’s peak warmth occurs.
The National Weather Service says additional forecast updates will be issued if conditions change.
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