Severe Thunderstorms from Texas to the Central Gulf Coast; Heavy Rainfall in Central Texas on Thursday

Severe thunderstorms will continue tonight from Texas to the Central Gulf Coast, with scattered damaging winds and large hail as the main threats. Heavy to excessive rainfall is expected over portions of central Texas Thursday, shifting into eastern Texas into the central Gulf Coast on Friday. Read More >

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Last Map Update: Wed, Apr 29, 2026 at 8:12:29 pm CDT

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Tonight

A Severe Thunderstorm Watch is in effect through 11 PM CDT for the Southern Edwards Plateau, Rio Grande Plains, and portions of the Hill Country. Large to very large hail is the primary hazard. Storms will also be capable of producing strong winds and frequent lightning.

If you do see storms today (which some may not), here is a look at the best timing. Always have multiple ways to receive warning information and stay weather aware as we do have an active pattern the next few days.

We have a level 3 of 5 risk for severe weather for today. Isolated thunderstorms during the afternoon and evening will move south and southeast across our area during the daytime hours through the evening. While not all will see storms, the main risks for those that do will be large to very large hail, damaging winds, lightning and locally heavy rainfall. Additionally, an isolated tornado cannot be ruled out.

Cooler conditions are forecast to end the week, with highs dropping into the 60s and 70s Friday and this weekend, along with high chances for rain Friday. A drying and warming trend is forecast next week.

Continued chances for isolated thunderstorms continues through tonight, especially during the evening hours as a cold front slowly moves through the region. Some of these storms may be strong and can produce large hail. Most locations will tend to stay dry under a mix of cloudy and slightly cooler conditions without rain.