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A stray downpour possible through sunset, but better rain chances over the weekend
By Sarah Spivey, Justin Horne, Shelby Ebertowski at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· July 7, 2026
· 1 min read
FORECAST HIGHLIGHTSSTRAY DOWNPOUR: This afternoonSAHARAN DUST: Light round of dust on Wednesday SATURDAY RAIN CHANCE: Heavy, scattered downpours possible FORECASTSTRAY DOWNPOUR TODAYA few showers/storms have popped up along the sea breeze near the coast this afternoon. They have a 20% chance of m...
Key takeaway They have a 20% chance of making it to the San Antonio metro area through sunset.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
The forecast for scattered downpours on Saturday is a welcome development for San Antonio residents who have been dealing with hot and dry conditions. The potential for heavy rainfall could help alleviate some of the drought stress on local vegetation and provide relief for area waterways. However, the rain could also cause disruptions to outdoor events and activities that are popular in the city, such as festivals and sports games. Residents planning to be outdoors on Saturday should be prepared for the possibility of sudden and intense downpours. The light round of Saharan dust expected on Wednesday and Thursday is unlikely to have a significant impact on daily life, but it may reduce air quality slightly, which could be a concern for people with respiratory issues. Overall, the changing weather patterns will require San Antonio residents to be prepared for a range of conditions over the next few days.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 7, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? FORECAST HIGHLIGHTSSTRAY DOWNPOUR: This afternoonSAHARAN DUST: Light round of dust on Wednesday SATURDAY RAIN CHANCE: Heavy, scattered downpours possible FORECASTSTRAY DOWNPOUR TODAYA few showers/storms have popped up along the sea breeze near the coast this afternoon. They have a 20% chance of m...
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