What kind of winter weather is expected in Texas this weekend?

Texas is expected to experience a mix of snow, sleet, and freezing rain across different regions this weekend due to an approaching Arctic front.

Will travel be dangerous in Texas due to the winter storm?

Yes, ice is predicted to be the primary hazard for travel across much of Texas, especially on bridges, overpasses, and untreated roads.

Could South Texas see winter weather?

Even South Texas may experience temperatures near freezing late this weekend, with a possibility of brief periods of sleet or freezing rain.

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Texas Braces for Winter's Fury: Snow, Sleet, and Ice Ahead

23 Jan

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Summary

Texas faces varied winter precipitation including snow, sleet, and freezing rain.
Ice is the primary travel hazard across most of the state.
Even South Texas may experience freezing temperatures and brief wintry mix.

Texas Braces for Winter's Fury: Snow, Sleet, and Ice Ahead

An Arctic front is set to sweep across Texas, bringing diverse winter weather conditions including snow, sleet, and freezing rain.

Forecasters indicate that the specific precipitation type will depend on the speed of cold air's arrival and moisture availability. Snow is expected in West Texas, with El Paso potentially seeing accumulation. North Texas and the Panhandle may experience a snow and sleet mix, with concerns about ice forming before snowfall, creating hazardous road conditions.

Central Texas and the Hill Country are more likely to face freezing rain and sleet, with ice posing the main threat to travel, beginning Saturday afternoon. Houston and Southeast Texas can expect freezing rain as cold rain transitions, making Sunday travel dangerous.