Florals for spring? Groundbreaking.
That was a quick winter. After a couple of freezes, we are starting to feel that spring warmth and daily dose of sunshine.
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) recently released its newest seasonal climate outlook — here’s what the next three months may look like in the Alamo City.
According to the NOAA, San Antonio is predicted to have equal chances of above or below normal temperatures.
Graphic by the NOAA
Probability for a warmer, drier spring
The NOAA forecasts equal chances of warmer + cooler temperatures this March, April, and May. During that time frame, researchers also predict lower precipitation than average.
Drought is still plaguing Central Texas. As of the most recent data, portions of Bexar County is still under Stage 2 water restrictions . NOAA predicts the drought will remain through the end of May.
As a refresher, here’s what the spring months typically look like in San Antonio:
- March:
- Average high temperatures: 72 º -78°
- Average rainfall: 1.9 inches
- April:
- Average high temperatures: 78º-84º
- Average rainfall: 1.9 inches
- May:
- Average high temperatures: 84 º -90º
- Average rainfall: 3.3 inches
San Antonio has less chances of rainfall this spring.
Graphic by the NOAA
An early look at summer
Although it is subject to change, the NOAA also released predictions for the summer months . Researchers forecast above average temperatures through July, with lower-than-average precipitation.
The hottest summer in San Antonio history
Last summer was the hottest on record
in San Antonio with:
- An average temperature of 95º at the San Antonio International Airport
- August was San Antonio’s hottest month on record.
- The Alamo City experienced 60 triple digit days.
We’re crossing our fingers and hoping it doesn’t happen again.