Summary
A cold front is set to bring snow to parts of Texas early next week after a warm Christmas weekend. Temperatures will drop significantly, increasing the chance of snow in the Panhandle and West Texas, but snow is unlikely for South Texas.
Key Facts
- A cold front will move into Texas late Sunday, potentially bringing snow by early next week.
- The National Weather Service (NWS) predicts temperatures will drop sharply from 70s and 80s to lows in the 30s.
- There is a 20% to 35% chance of snow in the Midland-Odessa area on Monday morning.
- Snowfall is rare in Texas due to its southern location, which usually keeps it away from Arctic air.
- Other parts of Texas, like El Paso, may see rain starting Sunday night, with a 30% chance of showers.
- East and Southeast Texas cities, including Houston, might experience rain but not snow, as temperatures remain above freezing.
- Winds are expected to increase in Laredo, but snow is not forecasted for South Texas.
- The NWS will continue to monitor and update the weather forecast as new information comes in.
