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Laredo Faces Fire Weather Warning, Dramatic Temperature Drop
National Weather Service issues red flag warning as Laredo braces for 35-degree temperature plunge
Mar. 15, 2026 at 2:06pm
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The National Weather Service has issued a red flag warning for fire weather conditions in Webb County, Texas, including the city of Laredo, as the area is forecast to experience a significant temperature drop of 35 degrees between Sunday and Monday. Laredo is projected to see a high of 101 degrees on Sunday, followed by a low of just 51 degrees by Monday morning, marking a 50-degree shift in a 15-hour span.
Why it matters
The combination of high winds, low relative humidity, and the rapid temperature change raises concerns about the potential for rapidly spreading wildfires in the Laredo area. This weather pattern also highlights the region's ongoing drought conditions, with Laredo receiving only 0.11 inches of rainfall so far in 2026, well below the average.
The details
The red flag warning is in effect from 10 p.m. Sunday through 7 p.m. Monday, with surface winds projected to range from 13 to 24 mph before dropping to 11 mph by noon on Monday. Relative humidity is expected to be between 10% and 24% during the warning period. The dramatic temperature drop will see Laredo's high plummet from 101 degrees on Sunday to just 66 degrees on Monday, a 35-degree difference.
- The red flag warning is in effect from 10 p.m. Sunday, March 15, 2026 through 7 p.m. Monday, March 16, 2026.
- Laredo is projected to reach a high of 101 degrees on Sunday, March 15, 2026.
- Laredo's temperature is expected to drop to a low of 51 degrees by 8 a.m. on Monday, March 16, 2026.
The players
National Weather Service
The National Weather Service is the primary source of weather data and forecasts for the United States, issuing warnings and advisories for hazardous weather conditions.
Webb County
Webb County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas, with Laredo as its county seat.
What’s next
The National Weather Service will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates on the fire weather warning and temperature changes in the Laredo area.
The takeaway
This weather event highlights the challenges Laredo faces with extreme temperature swings and drought conditions, underscoring the need for the community to be prepared for the potential of rapidly spreading wildfires and the ongoing impacts of a prolonged dry spell.
