Winter Weather Archives - Uvalde Hesperian https://uvaldehesperian.com/category/winter-weather/ Uvalde's Free News Source Sat, 24 Jan 2026 18:10:39 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 214914571 Uvalde County announces inclement weather closure for Monday, January 26th https://uvaldehesperian.com/uvalde-county-announces-inclement-weather-closure-for-monday-january-26th/ Sat, 24 Jan 2026 18:10:14 +0000 https://uvaldehesperian.com/?p=11572 Press Release from Acting Uvalde County Judge Jerry Bates 01-24-26 SUBJECT: Courthouse Closure AND Cancellation of Commissioners Court Meeting The Courthouse will be closed on Monday, January 26th  and will resume …

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The Courthouse will be closed on Monday, January 26th and will resume on Tuesday, January 27, 2026.

Press Release from Acting Uvalde County Judge Jerry Bates

01-24-26

SUBJECT: Courthouse Closure AND Cancellation of Commissioners Court Meeting

The Courthouse will be closed on Monday, January 26th  and will resume on Tuesday, January 27, 2026.  Also be advised that the Regular Meeting of the Uvalde Commissioners Court, originally scheduled for Monday, January 26, 2026, at 10 AM in the Commissioners Courtroom located on the 3rd floor of the Uvalde County Courthouse has been cancelled.

The cancellation is due to inclement weather.

The next meeting of the Commissioners Court is scheduled for Friday, January 30, 2026, at 10 AM in the Commissioners Courtroom located on the 3rd floor of the Uvalde County Courthouse.

We apologize for any inconvenience.

 

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]]> 11572 Community Warming Center – Important Update https://uvaldehesperian.com/community-warming-center-important-update/ Sat, 24 Jan 2026 13:29:01 +0000 https://uvaldehesperian.com/?p=11568 The Pecan Room, inside the Sgt. Willie De Leon Civic Center Press release from the City of Uvalde : Opening: Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 12:00 Noon 01-24-26 ❄️ ❄️ …

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The Pecan Room, inside the Sgt. Willie De Leon Civic Center

Press release from the City of Uvalde : Opening: Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 12:00 Noon

01-24-26

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  We are grateful to announce an update regarding the Community Warming Center for Uvalde & Uvalde County.
  Location: The Pecan Room, inside the Sgt. Willie De Leon Civic Center
  Opening: Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 12:00 Noon
  The center will remain open until weather conditions improve.
  This warming center is available for anyone needing a safe and warm place, whether to stop in and warm up or to stay overnight. Accommodations are available to everyone.
  In coordination with the City of Uvalde and Uvalde County Emergency Management, along with Casa El Shaddai, Hill Country Priesthood Motorcycle Ministry, and Peace Ministries, our mission remains simple:
No one in our community should face the cold alone.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED:
If you feel led to serve and help our community during this time, please contact: Pastor Gilbert Limones
830-275-1909
Let’s continue serving Uvalde with compassion, unity, and care.
Please share this post so it can reach those who need it most. 💙

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]]> 11568 South Texas and Texas Hill Country brace for arctic blast https://uvaldehesperian.com/south-texas-and-texas-hill-country-brace-for-arctic-blast/ Thu, 22 Jan 2026 17:00:53 +0000 https://uvaldehesperian.com/?p=11548 01-22-25 By Michael Robinson | Uvalde Hesperian The National Weather Service Austin/ San Antonio issued an extreme cold watch at today at 7:45AM for Uvalde County and the surrounding area …

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01-22-25

By Michael Robinson | Uvalde Hesperian

The National Weather Service Austin/ San Antonio issued an extreme cold watch at today at 7:45AM for Uvalde County and the surrounding area including neighboring counties and the Texas Hill Country beginning Friday night, January 23rd through the overnight hours.

"...EXTREME COLD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT
 FROM SATURDAY EVENING
THROUGH MONDAY MORNING...

* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills as
 low as 2 degrees below zero
  possible.

* WHERE...All of south central Texas.

* WHEN...From Saturday evening through Monday morning.

* IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 2 degrees
  below zero could result in hypothermia or frostbite on exposed
  skin if precautions are not taken. Extreme cold will become life
  threatening and likely damage unprotected pipes and put livestock
  at risk.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must
go outside."

The Uvalde County Office of Emergency Management posted the following alert on its Facebook Page:
  “While Uvalde County may not experience the Ice / Winter Mix beginning Friday night through Sunday- Monday as our Real County /Edwards County /Bandera / Medina County Neighbors may experience, it’s the Wind Chill that can be brutal. Forecasts are showing zero to ten degrees through the weekend. This impacts humans & animals. If you don’t have to get out into this upcoming event… Don’t ! . We are coordinating with our fellow response agencies & working with them & State partners if conditions change. Prepare now for your needs, check on elderly neighbors, family members & others as needed. God Bless, and stay safe.”

ERCOT Issues Weather Watch

  Jan 21, 2026

  (Austin, TX) The Electric Reliability Council of Texas, Inc. (ERCOT) has issued a Weather Watch from January 24-27 due to forecasted below-freezing temperatures with the possibility of frozen precipitation, higher electrical demand, and the potential for lower reserves. Grid conditions are expected to be normal during an ERCOT Weather Watch.

ERCOT is monitoring weather conditions closely and will deploy all available tools to manage the grid, continuing a reliability-first approach to operations. In anticipation of the extreme cold weather, ERCOT is coordinating preparation efforts with the Texas Energy Reliability Council, the Public Utility Commission of Texas, the Texas Division of Emergency Management, and other state agencies, as well as with Market Participants.

ERCOT encourages everyone to sign up for grid condition notifications through the Texas Advisory and Notification System (TXANS). Texans can also monitor real-time and extended grid conditions at ercot.com.

  What is an ERCOT Weather Watch?
An ERCOT Weather Watch is an advance notification of forecasted significant weather with higher electrical demand and the potential for lower reserves. At this time, grid conditions are expected to be normal, and there is no current expectation of an energy emergency. Texans should continue to monitor real-time and extended grid conditions at ercot.com.

  What Action is Needed?
No action is needed. You can monitor current and extended grid conditions on ercot.com.

  Did You Know?
Reducing electric use during peak demand times can help you save and lower demand on the grid. Energy-saving tips can be found on the TXANS webpage.

  Stay Updated
Sign up for TXANS notifications on the TXANS webpage. You can also subscribe to ERCOT Emergency Alerts, which are not sent through TXANS notifications, and download the ERCOT mobile app for additional notifications: iOS | Android.

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]]> 11548 NWS Austin/San Antonio: Sunny and Cold for Uvalde Area today. Low of 18 degrees tonight: Warmer Wednesday https://uvaldehesperian.com/nws-austin-san-antonio-sunny-and-cold-for-uvalde-area-today-low-of-18-degrees-tonight-warmer-wednesday/ Tue, 21 Jan 2025 16:14:46 +0000 https://uvaldehesperian.com/?p=9463 From the National Weather Service Austin/San Antonio 01-21-25 Precipitation is forecast to end across the Hill Country 4 AM to 6 AM, I-35 corridor 6 AM to 8 AM, and …

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From the National Weather Service Austin/San Antonio

01-21-25

Precipitation is forecast to end across the Hill Country 4 AM to 6 AM, I-35 corridor 6 AM to 8 AM, and Coastal Plains 8 AM to 10 AM. Temperatures will rise above freezing between 10 AM and 1 PM with partial or full melting of snow, sleet, and ice occurring in the afternoon.

Tonight for Uvalde:

Clear skies with low tonight 18 Degrees

Forecast for Uvalde County

Today
Sunny, with a high near 43. North northeast wind 5 to 10 mph becoming light northwest in the afternoon.
Tonight
Clear, with a low around 18. Calm wind.
Wednesday
Sunny, with a high near 52. Light southwest wind becoming south southwest 5 to 10 mph in the morning.
Wednesday Night
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 26. Calm wind becoming north around 5 mph after midnight.
Thursday
Sunny, with a high near 58. Northeast wind 5 to 10 mph.
Thursday Night
Clear, with a low around 24. Northeast wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening.
Friday
Sunny, with a high near 59. Light and variable wind becoming south 5 to 10 mph in the afternoon.
Friday Night
Mostly clear, with a low around 33. South southeast wind around 5 mph.
Saturday
Partly sunny, with a high near 66. South southeast wind 5 to 10 mph.
Saturday Night
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 48.
Sunday
Partly sunny, with a high near 73.

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]]> 9463 Uvalde CISD and area schools close ahead of Winter Weather Advisory https://uvaldehesperian.com/uvalde-cisd-and-area-schools-close-ahead-of-winter-weather-advisory/ Tue, 21 Jan 2025 14:04:38 +0000 https://uvaldehesperian.com/?p=9458 Press release Uvalde CISD 12-20-24 Uvalde CISD School Closure Announcement for Tuesday, January 21, 2025   Due to the National Weather Service’s forecast of winter precipitation and potentially hazardous conditions …

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Press release Uvalde CISD

12-20-24

Uvalde CISD School Closure Announcement for Tuesday, January 21, 2025

  Due to the National Weather Service’s forecast of winter precipitation and potentially hazardous conditions from Monday night through Tuesday morning, Uvalde CISD will cancel all school operations on Tuesday, January 21, 2025. Our top priority is the safety of our students, staff, and school community, and we aim to prevent any risks associated with travel and outdoor exposure during this period.

  Commitment to Education

  Uvalde CISD remains steadfast in its commitment to quality education and student support. Although we prioritize the safety of our school community, we are dedicated to ensuring that educational opportunities continue when conditions are safe.

 Wednesday School Schedule

 Our team will begin assessing road conditions on Wednesday, January 22, 2025, as early as 5:00 a.m. We will thoroughly evaluate roads across the community to ensure safe travel. If some routes, such as overpasses, are inaccessible, we will explore alternative safe bus routes.

  • Decision Timeline:
    • If severe weather persists, the decision to close or delay school will be made by 4:00 p.m. the day prior. If conditions improve, the decision will be made as early as possible in the morning, with notifications sent by 6:00 a.m. on the school day.
  • Communication:
    • Once a decision is reached, we will communicate through email, our District website at www.ucisd.net, social media, and local media outlets to ensure comprehensive coverage.

  Families are encouraged to take necessary precautions during severe weather to ensure safety. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation as we navigate this winter weather together. We appreciate your continued support of our students and school community.

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]]> 9458 Winter storm advisory for Uvalde County prompts area schools to delay tomorrow morning start times https://uvaldehesperian.com/winter-storm-advisory-for-uvalde-county-prompts-area-schools-to-delay-tomorrow-morning-start-times/ Wed, 01 Feb 2023 01:27:12 +0000 https://uvaldehesperian.com/?p=3623  Uvalde and the Uvalde County area is bracing as a winter storm is set to arrive in the early morning hours of Wednesday, February 1st, 2023 according to the National …

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Winter Weather Advisory Extended to Thursday, February 2nd 6 AM – Many area schools delaying start times Wednesday Morning.

Image from NWS Austin/San Antonio

 Uvalde and the Uvalde County area is bracing as a winter storm is set to arrive in the early morning hours of Wednesday, February 1st, 2023 according to the National Weather Service Austin-San Antonio Texas.  The freezing temperatures and potential for ice on the roadways has prompted Uvalde CISD, Knippa Sabinal and Utopia Schools to delay their start times Wednesday Morning. 

  “Isolated areas of drizzle, freezing drizzle, & light rain will continue through this evening. Heavier, more widespread rain, freezing rain, and sleet arrive after midnight and continue through the morning Wednesday. Travel will be difficult to near impossible,” according to a report posted on the NWS Austin/San Antonio Facebook Page The report goes on to say temperatures will rise above freezing in some areas during the afternoon with precipitation type changing to rain.

  The NWS has issued a Winter Weather Advisory at 2:54 PM  Tuesday, January 31st specifically for the Uvalde County Area in effect until 6 am on Thursday.

 

* WHAT…Freezing rain expected. Total ice accumulations of up to a tenth of an inch.

* WHERE…Portions of the Coastal Plains and the US Highway 90   corridor.

* WHEN…Until 6 AM CST Thursday.

* IMPACTS…Difficult travel conditions are possible. Isolated to

  scattered power outages.



  PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions for the state can be obtained at


drivetexas.org.





















		
Area school districts plan to delay Wednesday February 1st school start times and detail other winter weather plans
			
Uvalde CISD posted this announcement on it’s Facebook Page:


2-Hour Delay on 2/1/23




Uvalde CISD has decided to delay the start of school on Wednesday, February 1st. This decision is based on the inclement weather forecasted for later this evening and possibly early tomorrow morning by the National Weather Service.






All classes will begin at 10:00 a.m. Bus pick-up will run 2 hours late; for example, if a student’s bus pick-up time is at 7:00 a.m. the delayed pick-up time will be at 9:00 a.m. UCISD Staff members are to report at 9:30 a.m. to their campuses or departments.






The delay in the start of school will not change the regular dismissal time. District staff will continue to monitor the weather and road conditions. Your support and understanding are greatly appreciated!













Due to forecasted inclement weather tonight and early tomorrow morning, KISD will have a 2 hr delayed start time for Wednesday, February 1, 2023. Bus routes will run 2 hours later than normal and breakfast will not be served. Please be careful on your way to school.













Delayed start:


Due to inclement weather later this evening and possibly early tomorrow morning, we will have a 2-hour delayed school start time for Wednesday. Buses will run approximately 2 hours later than normal, and school will begin 2-hours later. We ask that parents do not drop off their students at school prior to 2 hours before school starts as we may not have staff available to supervise the children. Due to the late start of school, breakfast will not be served today. Parents if you are in an area where you feel it is unsafe to travel to school, please use your best judgment regarding sending your student to school. If you choose to keep your student at home, please send a note to the school office as you normally would do when they are absent; this absence will be excused with a parent note.






Sabinal ISD Administration











In an overabundance of caution Utopia ISD will conduct a later start Wednesday, February 1, 2023. At this time buses will run two hours later than the normal time and school will begin at 10:00 AM. In the event school must be cancelled or delayed due to inclement weather, public notifications will be sent through the Utopia ISD Website, Utopia ISD Facebook page, and the Utopia text, email, and voice call notification system. If you are receiving this notification, you are part of the Utopia ISD notification system.





		
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					Report from US National Weather Service Austin/San Antonio Facebook Page A strong arctic front is expected to move into the area Thursday and will bring with it bitterly cold air … 


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Report from the US National Weather Service Austin/ San Antonio December 20th 1:47 AM
			
Report from US National Weather Service Austin/San Antonio Facebook Page


A strong arctic front is expected to move into the area Thursday and will bring with it bitterly cold air to South-Central Texas.


Some locations in the Hill Country and Austin Metro Area will likely remain below freezing for 36-48 hours.



		
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