TUESDAY, Nov. 9: A Red Flag Warning is in effect for most of South Central Texas, including Caldwell County, effective tomorrow (Tuesday) from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
This means critical fire weather conditions are expected. The combination of gusty southerly winds (up to 30 mph), very low humidity (15-25%), and dry grasses will create an environment where new fires can start and spread rapidly.
- Avoid all outdoor burning.
- Keep vehicles and trailers off dry grass.
- Properly discard any smoking materials.
SATURDAY, NOV. 8: Fire Weather Watch upgraded to a Red Flag Warning for all of South
Central Texas Sunday. Wind Advisory in effect for counties along Interstate 35 corridor Sunday
What to Know
- North winds of 15 to 30 mph with gusts up to 40 mph Sunday morning through Sunday evening
- Minimum relative humidity values to fall as low as 15-20% Sunday afternoon from late morning Sunday through afternoon with the combination of the gusty winds and low humidity
- High to Extreme fire danger and Dry moisture levels across the area
- Any fires that develop could be difficult to control and spread rapidly
- Avoid any outdoor activities that could inadvertently cause wildfires.
November 7, 2025
A Fire Weather Watch for all of South-Central Texas will take effect Sunday morning through Sunday evening. This is due to a combination of strong wind gusts (up to 40 mph) and very dry air (humidity as low as 15-20%).
Please remember that there is a countywide burn ban and all outdoor burning is prohibited. These conditions mean that any fires that start could spread very quickly and become difficult to control. Please be extremely careful and help prevent wildfires!
In addition to observing the burn ban, please:
- Avoid all outdoor burning or activities that create sparks.
- Do not park vehicles on dry grass (a hot engine can easily start a fire).
- Properly discard cigarettes.
Stay safe and stay fire-aware!
October 28, 2025
A wind advisory is now in effect for the area that includes Caldwell County. It will remain in effect through 7 p.m. Wednesday. Please secure loose objects and exercise caution while outside or on the road.
Today's front is expected to bring windy conditions from this afternoon through tomorrow.
The advisory warns of sustained winds of 20 to 30 MPH and peak gusts up to 50 MPH, which could cause tree limbs to be blown down.
Safety recommendations include;
- Securing all loose objects, especially Halloween decorations, and expecting difficult driving conditions in high-profile vehicles.
- Secure loose objects and holiday decorations. Avoid outdoor burning and dispose of matches/cigarettes properly, especially Wednesday with greater fire weather conditions.
- Following the burn ban.
October 25, 2025
8 a.m.: The Flood Watch has been extended through 9 p.m. Make sure you have a way to receive weather alerts. If you encounter flooded roadways or barricades/closures, please turn around, don't drown.
October 24, 2025
3 p.m.: A Flood Watch goes into effect at 7 p.m. Friday that will remain in effect through 1 p.m. Saturday.
Heavy rainfall of 1 to 3 inches with isolated amounts up to 5 inches could result in excessive runoff and could lead to life threatening flash flooding somewhere in the watch area.
Please monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop. There is a slight chance of excessive rainfall from Friday night through Saturday afternoon and a marginal risk of excessive rainfall from Saturday afternoon through Saturday night.
Please make sure you have a way to receive weather alerts, such as enabling WEA in your smartphone settings or signing up for warncentraltexas.com
8 a.m. HEADS UP: Showers and thunderstorms will become likely tonight and early Saturday. Strong to severe storms are possible along with locally heavy rain. All severe threats are possible including flash flooding, according to the US National Weather Service Austin-San Antonio Texas.
Please stay knowledgeable about weather conditions by making sure you pay attention to local forecasts today. Have Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA) active on your phone if you have a capable smartphone. Sign up for alerts by e-mail, phone or text at warncentraltexas.com.
August 15, 2025
The National Weather Service is monitoring an investigative area of disturbed weather known as Invest 98L in the Gulf of Mexico. At this time, there is a 50% risk of a tropical depression before the storm moves inland.
There's a level 1 out of 4 risk for excessive rainfall that could lead to flooding today through Saturday, the NWS says. Rainfall is expected to average 1/10 inch to 1/2 inch, but isolated pockets of 1-2 inches could fall anywhere across the Coastal Plains, I-35 corridor or Hill Country. Confidence on precise location is low.
Please remember to stay tuned to weather forecasts and sign up for weather alerts. If you have a smartphone, go to settings and make sure emergency alerts are active. You can also sign up for weather alerts at warncentraltexas.com.
July 7, 2025
The National Weather Service has issued a flood watch that will expire at 7 p.m. today.
July 6, 2025
The flood watch has expired.
July 5, 2025
The flood watch has been extended through 1 p.m. Sunday, June 6.
July 5, 2025
The National Weather Service has extended the flash flood warning until 3 p.m. for southwestern Caldwell County.
July 5, 2025
The National Weather Service has issued a Flash Flood Warning for Caldwell County that is in effect through noon today.
Here is the full report:
At 8:56 a.m., Doppler radar and automated rain gauges indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 1 and 3 inches of rain have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts of 1 to 3 inches are possible in the warned area. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly.
HAZARD...Life threatening flash flooding. Thunderstorms producing flash flooding.
SOURCE...Radar and automated gauges.
IMPACT...Life threatening flash flooding of creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses.
Some locations that will experience flash flooding include...San Marcos, Lockhart, Martindale, Uhland, Mustang Ridge, Niederwald, Brownsboro, Dale, McMahan, Lytton Springs, St. John's Colony, Tilmon, Taylorsville, Mendoza, Maxwell, Delhi, Reedville and San Marcos Regional Airport.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Turn around, don`t drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.
Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.
Stay away or be swept away. River banks and culverts can become unstable and unsafe.
July 5, 2025
The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch and a Flood Advisory for Caldwell County as well as much of central Texas.
Please stay off the roads as much as possible today and keep an eye on local forecasts. Make sure you are signed up to receive emergency alerts at www.warncentraltexas.org.
At 640 a.m., Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to thunderstorms. This will cause small stream flooding. Between 1 and 3 inches of rain have fallen. Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible, with rainfall amounts of 2 to 4 inches with isolated totals up to 10 inches also possible.
Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks.
Small stream flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected.