Rain Forecast Dampens First Weekend of San Antonio Fiesta

Wet weather expected to impact popular Fiesta events like Oyster Bake and Fiesta Fiesta

Apr. 16, 2026 at 9:58pm

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A vast, atmospheric landscape painting in muted tones of grey, blue, and green, depicting a stormy, rain-soaked field under a heavy, dramatic sky. The scene conveys the overwhelming, sublime scale of the natural world, with any physical structures or human figures dwarfed by the weather.Ominous clouds gather over San Antonio's Fiesta celebrations, threatening to dampen the festivities with heavy rain.San Antonio Today

As San Antonio prepares to celebrate the return of its annual Fiesta festival, a cold front is expected to bring a high chance of rain and possible thunderstorms over the first weekend of the festivities. Forecasters are predicting a 50% chance of precipitation on Saturday and Sunday, with temperatures only reaching the 70s instead of the typical 90s.

Why it matters

Fiesta is one of San Antonio's biggest annual events, drawing hundreds of thousands of revelers to the city. Rain could significantly impact attendance and enjoyment of fan-favorite events like the Oyster Bake, Fiesta Fiesta, and Taste of New Orleans, which are all scheduled for the first weekend.

The details

According to the latest weather forecasts, San Antonio will see a 60% chance of rain on both Saturday, April 18 and Sunday, April 19, the first two days of the 2026 Fiesta celebration. Temperatures are also expected to be much cooler than usual, with highs only reaching the 70s instead of the typical 90s. The wet weather is being brought in by a cold front moving through the region.

  • Friday, April 17: 5% chance of rain
  • Saturday, April 18: 60% chance of rain
  • Sunday, April 19: 60% chance of rain
  • Monday, April 20: 55% chance of rain
  • Tuesday, April 21: 35% chance of rain

The players

Fiesta San Antonio

An annual festival held in San Antonio, Texas that celebrates the city's rich culture, heritage, and community. Fiesta features parades, music, food, and other events over the course of 11 days each spring.

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What’s next

Fiesta organizers are monitoring the weather forecasts closely and will provide updates to attendees on any changes to event schedules or logistics due to the rain.

The takeaway

The rainy forecast for the first weekend of Fiesta could put a damper on the festivities and attendance for some of the most popular events. Fiesta-goers should be prepared with rain gear and check for any schedule changes as the weather develops.