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Summary by The San Antonio Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Sarah Spivey, Leah Rodriguez, Adam Caskey, KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) · July 24, 2026 · 1 min read

FORECAST HIGHLIGHTS TONIGHT: Clear, quiet, and seasonable WEEKEND: Sunny and dry, mid to upper 90s NEXT WEEK: Back near 100° NUECES & FRIO RIVERS: Continue to flood near Cotulla & Tilden FORECAST WEEKEND Early morning clouds will give way to sunshine for most of Saturday as afternoon temperatures...

Why this matters in The San Antonio

As San Antonio residents enjoy the relatively mild temperatures today, those living in surrounding areas like Cotulla and Tilden continue to deal with the aftermath of last week's heavy rainfall. The Nueces and Frio Rivers remain at major flood stage, affecting daily life for people in these communities. With the rivers expected to stay flooded through the weekend, locals should be prepared for ongoing disruptions. The city's own stormwater management systems, which have been tested in recent weeks, will soon face another challenge as the heat high settles over the area next week, potentially leading to increased evaporation and changing rainfall patterns. As the weather pattern shifts, San Antonio's emergency management officials will be watching closely to ensure the city's infrastructure can handle any future storms, and that lessons learned from recent flooding events are applied to mitigate the impact on local communities.

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Category: local · Published: July 24, 2026 · Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) · Reading time: 1 min

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Slowly working our way back to triple digits

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