An upper-level weather system moving from Mexico will bring rain to southern Texas this weekend. South Texas could receive 2 to 3 inches with localized flooding possible, while North Texas stays mostly dry.
Where
Statewide
When
Nov. 6, 2026
Sources
Reported by 2 outlets
Taxes and money
None stated in sources.
Who's involved
National Weather Serviceforecaster
Texas Storm Chasersweather analyst
The facts
South Texas could receive 2 to 3 inches of rain by Monday, with some spots over 5 inches.2
Localized flooding is possible Saturday, with slightly higher risk Sunday south of I-10.2
North Texas, Texoma and the Panhandle are expected to stay mostly dry.2
West Texas will see rain tonight in the Borderland, Trans-Pecos and Big Bend, spreading Saturday afternoon.2
Rain will develop tonight in the Borderland, then spread into West Texas and the Permian Basin Saturday afternoon.2
No severe storms or tornadoes are expected with this system.2
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Wet weekend coming: Here’s how much rain South Texas can expect
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