Gusty Winds and Stormy Weekend Ahead for San Antonio

Warm Friday to give way to wet and cooler conditions for Easter holiday

Apr. 3, 2026 at 1:07pm

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A sweeping, atmospheric landscape painting in muted tones of gray, blue, and green, depicting an expansive, flat plain under a turbulent, stormy sky, conveying the overwhelming scale and power of an approaching weather system.As a powerful storm system approaches, the tranquil plains of San Antonio brace for a weekend of gusty winds, heavy rain, and cooler temperatures.San Antonio Today

San Antonio is bracing for a windy Friday followed by a wet and stormy holiday weekend, with showers and thunderstorms expected on Saturday and cooler temperatures on Easter Sunday.

Why it matters

Severe weather can disrupt travel, outdoor plans, and cause property damage in the San Antonio area, so residents need to be prepared for the changing conditions over the next few days.

The details

Friday will see cloudy skies, warm temperatures in the mid-80s, and gusty southeast winds up to 30 mph. A 40% chance of showers and thunderstorms is expected Friday night, leading into a 90% chance of rain on Saturday with possible rainfall amounts of 0.25 to 0.5 inches. Saturday's storms could also bring gusty winds. Temperatures will fall into the 60s on Sunday, with lingering spotty showers.

  • Friday, April 3: Warm and windy conditions, with gusts up to 30 mph.
  • Friday night: 40% chance of showers and thunderstorms.
  • Saturday, April 4: 90% chance of showers and thunderstorms, with possible heavy rain and gusty winds.
  • Sunday, April 5: Cooler temperatures in the 60s, with lingering spotty showers.

The players

National Weather Service

The federal agency responsible for weather forecasting and issuing weather-related watches, warnings, and advisories.

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What they’re saying

“Outdoor plans for Saturday or Easter Sunday (April 5) should come with a dry backup option, since temperatures fall into the 60s on Sunday and early next week with lingering spotty showers.”

— National Weather Service

What’s next

Residents should continue to monitor local weather forecasts and radar as the holiday weekend approaches, and be prepared to adjust outdoor plans if necessary.

The takeaway

The changing weather conditions over the next few days in San Antonio highlight the importance of staying informed and prepared for potential severe weather, especially during holiday weekends when many people have outdoor plans.