Severe Weather Across the Center of the Nation; Fire Weather Concerns for Southwest and California; Snow for the Central Rockies

Severe thunderstorms will continue to impact the center of the Nation through today. Very large hail, strong tornadoes, and damaging winds are expected from the Great Lakes into the central/southern Plains; Flash flooding is possible for portions into the mid-Mississippi Valley. Critical fire weather conditions for the Southwest and central valley of California today. Winter hangs on for Rockies. Read More >

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Last Map Update: Mon, May 18, 2026 at 9:16:32 am CDT

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National Weather Service Austin/San Antonio, TX

National Weather Service Houston/Galveston, TX

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National Weather Service Brownsville/Rio Grande Valley, TX

Coastal Flood Advisory

Small Craft Advisory

Rip Current Statement

Beach Hazards Statement

Coastal Flood Statement

Small Craft Advisory

Beach Hazards

Rain Chances Return

Severe Weather Threat Tuesday Night

Tonight

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Extended Forecast

A persistent SE'ly wind at around 20 kts will increase seas to 5-7 ft leading to hazardous conditions for smaller vessels. A Small Craft Advisory is in effect through Tuesday morning. Smaller vessels should avoid navigating in these conditions.

A persistent southeasterly fetch off the Gulf has resulted in a High Rip Current Risk through Tuesday. Additionally, water levels are expected to be 1.5-2 ft above MSL, leading to minor coastal flooding at high tide this morning. Water will recede away from the dunes in the afternoon. Rip currents can sweep even the best of swimmers away from shore into deeper water.

A weather pattern change Tuesday will result in the return of increased rain chances. South Texas will see a widespread area of 1.5-3 inch rainfall amounts through Sunday AM. Areas under a strong, slow-moving storm could see higher rainfall amounts (as high as 3.5-5 inch) . Stay tuned for the latest updates.

With the switch to a wetter pattern, the severe threat will also increase across Texas with all of South Texas under a Marginal Threat (level 1 of 5) for Tuesday night into Wednesday morning. The greatest threat will be large hail, damaging winds, and heavy rainfall. Make sure to have multiple to ways to receive alerts!

Another warm night is in store with temperatures struggling to drop below 80 along the coast and dropping into the upper 70s across the Brush Country.

With a persistent southeasterly breeze, the rip current risk today through at least Tuesday will increase to HIGH, in addition with the threat of coastal flooding during this morning's high tide. Please avoid entering the water given the high surf conditions.

The shift to a wetter pattern begins Tuesday night resulting in a daily chances for showers and thunderstorms through the weekend. Make sure to carry that umbrella and consider alternative activities if you're planning on being outdoors.

*Hourly Weather Roundup ( )*
*Location*	*Sky/Weather*	*Temp*	*Dewpt*	RH	*Wind*	*Baro*	*Remarks*
Alice	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
Beeville	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
Corpus Christi	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
Corpus Christi NAS	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
Cotulla	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
Kingsville NAS	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
Laredo	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
Port Lavaca	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
Rockport	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
Victoria	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
Note: "N/A" or "MISG" will be displayed if values are not available. In the LOCATION column, click on links for a list of recent observations at sites of interest. In the WIND column, VRB is "variable" and G is "gust". Wind speeds are in MPH. In the BARO (pressure) column, values are in inches. In the REMARKS column, HX is "heat index", WCI is "wind chill index", and VSB is "visibility" (if shown).

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