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Snowy, Very Cold and Windy from the Northern Plains to Great Lakes; Critical Fire Weather in South Texas

Moderate to heavy lake effect snow is expected downwind of the Great Lakes, with the Chicago metro potentially receiving 6 to 12 inches of snowfall. A frigid airmass will bring very cold temperatures to the Central U.S. and Mississippi Valley today, migrating into the Eastern U.S. on Monday. Dry and windy weather will bring critical fire weather conditions to South Texas today. Read More >

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Last Map Update: Sun, Nov 9, 2025 at 1:34:14 pm CST

In the wake of an overnight cold front, cooler and windy conditions will prevail today.
A Red Flag Warning is in effect for all of South Central Texas from 9 AM to 9 PM Sunday. North winds of 15 to 30 mph with gusts up to 40 mph, along with low relative humidity values and dry vegetation, will create weather conditions that favor the rapid spread of wildfires.
A Wind Advisory is in effect through 6 PM this evening for the I-35 corridor and Coastal Plains. Strong wind gusts up to 40 MPH are expected. These winds can blow down tree limbs and make driving difficult, especially for high-profile vehicles like trucks or trailers. Please take a moment to secure any loose outdoor objects like patio furniture, trampolines, and trash cans. Stay safe!
A cold front has moved through the area. In it's wake, strong north winds of 15-25 mph with gusts of 30-40 mph are expected today. Loose, light objects and signage that can be blown around by the wind will need to be secured. In addition to the gusty winds, low humidity will result in critical fire weather conditions today. A Red Flag Warning and Wind Advisory are in effect today. Much colder conditions are forecast today through Tuesday, then a warming trend Wednesday through Saturday. No rain is expected.
The NOAA weather radio transmitter in Austin, Texas is off the air due to an equipment problem. Our technicians are working to solve the problem.
A Freeze Warning is in effect from Midnight tonight until 9 AM Monday for portions of the Hill Country and southern Edwards Plateau. Temperatures are expected to fall to 26-32 degrees, with wind chills feeling as cold as 24 degrees. These cold temperatures can damage or kill sensitive plants and can cause unprotected outdoor pipes to burst. Please take time this evening to protect the 4 P's: People: Check on elderly neighbors and ensure everyone has a warm place to stay. Pets: Bring all pets indoors tonight. Plants: Cover sensitive vegetation or bring potted plants inside. Pipes: Cover or wrap outdoor faucets and pipes. Stay warm!