San Antonio, TX – Thunderstorms are expected to slam into central Texas by midday Thursday, bringing heavy rain and potential flooding across San Antonio and the I-35 corridor.
According to the National Weather Service in Austin/San Antonio, showers and thunderstorms are likely before 1 p.m. Thursday, with additional storms possible into the evening. Some cells could become severe, with strong gusts and locally heavy rainfall. The area faces a 60% chance of precipitation and potential storm totals between a quarter-inch and one inch.
Motorists should plan for slowed travel, especially during the afternoon commute. Flood-prone areas like Loop 410 and low crossings in Bexar County may experience pooling or temporary closures. Winds could reach 20 mph in gusts, making visibility an additional concern for drivers.
Residents are urged to avoid unnecessary travel during peak rain hours and to charge devices in case of power outages. Keep an eye on local alerts, as rapid changes in intensity may prompt short-notice warnings.
Rain chances taper slightly by Thursday night, but Friday will bring scattered showers and a high near 93°F. The weekend looks mostly dry, but temperatures will climb into the mid-90s.
📆 Five-Day San Antonio Forecast: June 11–16
- Wednesday Night: Showers likely, low near 74°F
- Thursday: Heavy rain and storms before 1 p.m., high near 90°F
- Friday: Slight chance of storms after 10 a.m., partly sunny, high near 93°F
- Saturday: Mostly sunny, slight storm chance in the afternoon, high near 94°F
- Sunday–Monday: Hot and mostly sunny, highs near 95–96°F
