Large hail, heavy rain in San Antonio forecast within hours A severe weather event is expected to impact San Antonio and surrounding areas, including Austin, Texas, on Saturday, March 7, 2026. The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued warnings about large hail, heavy rainfall, and damaging wind gusts, urging residents to prepare for potentially hazardous conditions. The storm system is anticipated to bring significant disruptions, with the most intense activity likely occurring in the late morning and early afternoon. Meteorologists at the NWS explained that a cold front will move into the Edwards Plateau and Hill Country late in the morning, spreading into the broader region by the evening. This front is expected to increase the likelihood of showers and thunderstorms, with the highest probability of severe weather occurring before 9 a.m. and continuing through midday. The NWS has classified the risk of severe storms as level two out of five, indicating a moderate threat. These storms could persist intermittently through the morning of Sunday, March 8, with localized heavy downpours affecting some counties. The forecast highlights a 75 to 85 percent chance of rainfall exceeding one inch in the Hill Country, I-35 Corridor, and Coastal Plains. San Antonio is currently at 83 percent, while Austin sits at 85 percent. The risk increases further west, with Kerrville at 88 percent and Fredericksburg at 86 percent. The NWS warns that some storms could produce hailstones up to two inches in diameter, while wind gusts may reach up to 20 mph during both daylight hours and after sunset. In addition to hail and strong winds, the primary hazards include minor flooding, which could result from the heavy rainfall. The NWS advises residents to avoid outdoor activities and remain indoors to minimize risks.#national_weather_service #san_antonio #austin #edwards_plateau #hill_country
When will hail threaten San Antonio Saturday? Here’s a timeline A significant weather shift is expected to impact San Antonio as a cold front moves into the region on Saturday, bringing the potential for thunderstorms and large hail. The National Weather Service has issued a level 2 out of 5 risk for severe weather, indicating that a few thunderstorms could produce damaging winds and hail. The forecast highlights a timeline of conditions that residents should monitor closely. The day begins with a cloudy, mild, and muggy morning, with temperatures near 70 degrees Fahrenheit. Isolated drizzle may occur, but significant rainfall is not anticipated. By midday, the cold front will begin to push through the Hill Country, bringing scattered showers and thunderstorms to areas like Fredericksburg, Kerrville, and Johnson City. San Antonio temperatures are projected to rise to near 80 degrees during this period. The most critical weather activity is expected in the late afternoon and evening. As the cold front intensifies, the likelihood of strong to severe storms increases, with large hail and damaging wind gusts possible. However, the storms are predicted to be scattered, meaning that rainfall will come in short bursts rather than continuous downpours. Long stretches of dry weather will be interspersed with these intense but brief precipitation events. As the night progresses, atmospheric moisture will continue to move into the region, maintaining scattered showers and storms. The severe weather threat will diminish as a cooler, more stable air mass moves in behind the cold front. By Sunday, scattered showers and weaker thunderstorms are expected to persist, with a 50-60% chance of rain in San Antonio.#national_weather_service #san_antonio #fredericksburg #kerrville #johnson_city
