Severe Weather Threatens Texas: May 2025

Severe Thunderstorm Watch:: Austin, Brazos, Burleson, Colorado, Fort Bend, Grimes, Harris, Liberty, Montgomery, Polk, San Jacinto, Walker, Waller, and Washington counties are under a severe thunderstorm watch until 8 p.m. CDT.

Timing:: Storms are expected to develop early Friday afternoon and continue into Saturday morning.

Hazards:: Potential hazards include large hail, damaging winds (50mph+), heavy downpours, frequent lightning, and localized flooding.

Weekend Outlook:: The weather is expected to improve significantly over the weekend, with nice and mild conditions.

Fiesta Considerations:: Those attending Fiesta celebrations in San Antonio should be weather-aware and prepared to seek shelter.

Houston Area:: An enhanced risk for severe weather with potential for hail and damaging winds. More than 3 inches of rain is possible, leading to localized flooding.

San Antonio:: A Severe Thunderstorm Watch is in effect, with the risk of large to very large hail, damaging wind gusts, and heavy rainfall. An isolated tornado is also possible.

Stay informed by monitoring local weather forecasts and alerts from trusted sources like the National Weather Service and local news channels.

Have a plan for seeking shelter in case of severe weather. Identify safe places in your home or nearby buildings.

Secure outdoor objects that could be blown away or damaged by strong winds.

Be prepared for potential power outages and have a backup plan for communication and essential needs.

If driving, be aware of potential flooding and avoid driving through flooded areas.

Residents in the affected counties.

Outdoor event attendees (e.g., Fiesta in San Antonio).

Drivers and commuters.

Businesses that could be impacted by flooding or power outages.

A:: A watch means that conditions are favorable for severe weather to develop in the area. Stay alert and monitor for updates.

A:: A warning means that severe weather is imminent or occurring. Seek shelter immediately in a sturdy building.

A:: Monitor local news channels, weather websites, and download weather apps that provide notifications and warnings.

Severe thunderstorms are expected across multiple regions of Texas.

Key threats include large hail, damaging winds, heavy rainfall, and localized flooding.

Stay informed about weather alerts and have a plan for seeking shelter.

The weather is expected to improve significantly over the weekend.