08.14.2023

Today’s Forecast

106º | Mostly sunny | 0% chance of rain | Sunrise 6:59 a.m. | Sunset 8:19 p.m.

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Farmer’s Almanac predicts an unseasonably cold winter for Texans

There’s never a dull moment in this Fiesta-fun city. | 📸: @timothymcvainlives

It may not seem like it, but this record-breaking hot summer won’t last forever.

The 2024 Old Farmer’s Almanac predicts an unseasonably cold and stormy winter as El Niño — a climate phenomenon that often brings wetter, cooler weather to Texas — rolls in.

Don’t get too excited just yet. the almanac predicts that September, October, and November will still be warmer and drier than usual in our state. October, which typically has an average daily temperature of 81°F for San Antonio, is forecast to have at least two fewer inches of rain than average.

How accurate is that prediction? The almanac has been recording and tracking weather patterns since 1792 (when George Washington was president), using a secret formula developed by the almanac’s first editor, Robert B. Thomas.

The Old Farmer’s Almanac claims to be accurate 80% of the time, but a 2010 University of Illinois study showed about 50% overall accuracy, so we’re getting a second opinion.

According to the National Weather Service (NWS), temperatures from November-January in San Antonio have equal chances. It’s likely that the upcoming winter will be stormier than average, as the NWS predicts 33-40% chance of above-average precipitation.

According to the National Weather Service, this winter could go either way.
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Graphic via National Weather Service

Don’t expect things to cool down until the end of October, as the NWS predicts a 50-60% chance of higher temperatures over the next 90 days.

Precipitation from now to October could go either way, as the NWS doesn’t have strong correlation for above or below-average storms.

Phew. All that is to say, don’t put away the sunscreen just yet, but brace for potentially chilly temperatures ahead.

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Events

Monday, Aug. 14

Mimosas for Parents | Monday, Aug. 14 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | Nowhere Bookshop, 5154 Broadway, San Antonio | Free | Kids are back in school and it’s time to treat yourself to $5 mimosas.
Geeks Who Drink Trivia Night | Monday, Aug. 14 | 7-9 p.m. | Southtown 101, 101 Pereida St., San Antonio | Free | Test your knowledge at this weekly trivia night at a bar in Southtown.

Tuesday, Aug. 15

AARP $2 Tuesday | Tuesday, Aug. 15 | 7:05 p.m. | Nelson Wolff Stadium, 5757 U.S. HWY 90 W., San Antonio | $2-$30 | Join the San Antonio Missions Baseball team for a promotional night featuring discounted tickets, drinks, and food.
Introduction to Milky Way Photography | Tuesday, Aug. 15 | 8-11 p.m. | Pedernales Falls State Park, 2585 Park Rd. 6026, Johnson City | $90 | Get hands on with astrophotography in this two-day workshop.

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News Notes

Sports

San Antonio Spurs head coach and president, Gregg Popovich, was inducted into the Naismith 2023 Basketball Hall of Fame. Former Spurs players David Robinson, Many Ginobili, Tim Duncan, and Tony Parker had the honor of instating the NBA’s winningest coach. Tony Parker was also inducted to the class.

Community

The San Antonio Police Department (SAPD) is inviting community members to participate in its neighborhood event, San Antonio Neighbors Together, on Tuesday, October 3. The evening activities involve meet-and-greets with local officials + SAPD officers in an effort to strengthen relationships with local law enforcement. Register your neighborhood today.

Film

Are you a local filmmaker attending SXSW 2024 and want to meet up with other creative individuals? The San Antonio Film Commission needs your help to get its Film San Antonio + Hear San Antonio Meet Up included in next year’s festival in Austin. Voting is now open through Sunday, August 20.

Festival

Prost. Six Flags Fiesta Texas announced its Oktoberfest will return Saturday, August 26 through Sunday, October 29. The German beer + food fest will be on select days and feature favorites like the Bacon Wrapped Bratwurst and Bavarian Pretzel Sticks. See the full menu.

Open

Abercrombie & Fitch has officially reopened over the weekend at The Shops of La Cantera. The newly renovated store includes updated lighting, displays, and upgrades to the dressing rooms — complete with wireless chargers and lighting controls so you can make sure that your new outfit looks good no matter what.

Shop

Last chance: MANSCAPED’s annual Summer Sale ends in just two days. Now’s your chance to take advantage of 20% off + free shipping site-wide to save big on their best-selling electric trimmers, premium grooming kits, and UltraPremium formulations. Activate your discount.*

Read

📚 Your new book nook

Our favorite spots to read a book in San Antonio

Book it over to these spots for your new favorite reading spot. | Photo by SATXtoday

You’re in a local coffee spot, sipping your favorite latte, enthralled in a novel. You turn the page and poof, it’s over. Now you need a new book, and a new reading nook. We can help you with at least one of those things today — the best places to read around town. (Who are we kidding, we can help you with book recommendations, too).

Museum Reach Amphitheater, 303 Pearl Pkwy.

Nestled along the Museum Reach portion of the River Walk is this shaded area with plenty of seating. You can easily spend a few hours reading with water fountains, restrooms, and restaurants at the ready nearby.

The Landa Branch Library, 233 Bushnell

Located in the Monte Vista Historical District, Landa Branch is newly-renovated and now open to the public. The private residence turned library proudly wears its Italian influences on its sleeve (err, inner and outer walls).

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Nicholas

From the editor

The “Red White & Royal Blue” film adaptation came out on Amazon over the weekend and I had to tune in. Unfortunately, the excitement was short lived and I left it with a 2/5 star review. I feel like this would’ve been better as a mini series where it could’ve flushed out all the characters.

What’s a book you would like seen adapted to the silver or small screen? Let us know.

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