A strengthening ridge of high pressure is setting the stage for a warm and tranquil start to November across Central and North Texas. This atmospheric setup, anchored just west of the region, is driving a classic clockwise circulation that favors sunny skies, light winds, and a steady warming trend. Highs today will range from the mid-70s to lower 80s, with widespread sunshine and a mild southerly breeze contributing to a comfortable afternoon.

The ridge’s influence will persist throughout the week, delivering a consistent pattern of clear, cool nights and warm, dry days. Morning temperatures early in the week will dip into the 40s and 50s, with a few sheltered areas briefly touching the 30s before sunrise. By Friday and into the weekend, daytime highs are expected to climb into the mid-to-upper 80s, while overnight lows will moderate into the 50s and 60s. No measurable rainfall is forecast during this stretch, reinforcing the dry conditions typical of early November.

📊 October Recap: DFW and Waco Climate Highlights

October brought a notable warmth to the region, with Waco recording 18 days of highs at or above 90°F—an impressive streak for autumn. Meanwhile, Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) saw 4.75 inches of rainfall for the month, with the bulk of that precipitation falling over just two days, October 24–25. These figures underscore the month’s tendency toward sporadic but intense rainfall events, followed by extended dry spells.

🌞 Central Texas Outlook: Austin and San Antonio

Residents in the Austin and San Antonio area can expect widespread 70s today under sunny skies and calm winds. The pleasant conditions are ideal for outdoor activities, from morning walks to afternoon errands. November typically ushers in cooler and drier weather across the region, with cold fronts becoming more frequent. Average highs trend downward from the upper 70s to the 60s, and lows often dip into the 50s, occasionally bringing the season’s first widespread freeze. However, the current forecast for November 2025 leans warmer and drier than usual, suggesting a delay in typical seasonal cooling.

🌎 National Weather Snapshot

Across the continental U.S., a shift toward zonal (west-to-east) flow is broadening the footprint of above-average temperatures. This pattern favors stormy conditions for the Pacific Northwest and Northern California, where unsettled weather is expected through midweek. Heavy rain and strong winds are forecast for coastal Oregon and Northern California, with High Wind Warnings already in effect. A reinforcing cyclone in the northeast Pacific will renew breezy conditions and increase the potential for heavier rainfall from late Tuesday into Wednesday.

Meanwhile, the High Plains remain dry and breezy, with downslope flow contributing to compressional heating. This setup is expected to produce record high temperatures in parts of the Texas Panhandle and Northwest Texas, while also elevating fire weather concerns due to the dry air mass and gusty winds.

In the Northeast, skirmishes of showers are expected with a couple of frontal boundaries moving through today and midweek. A surface low off the Southeast coast will help spread moisture across the Mid-Atlantic and southern New England, with higher elevation snow showers anticipated for the Northern Appalachians by Tuesday morning.

🎙️ Local Perspective from KNCT

KNCT Meteorologist Bill Hecke reports that the high-pressure ridge remains firmly in place over Central Texas, drawing cooler air aloft from the north while supporting a mild southerly surface breeze. Monday is shaping up to be bright, breezy, and pleasantly warm—ideal for outdoor plans and a gentle start to the week. Early risers may have noticed a crisp beginning, with morning lows dipping into the 40s and even the 30s in a few spots before sunrise.

Stay tuned to KNCT for hourly updates from Bill Hecke and national news from the Associated Press at the top of every hour.