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Rain chances decrease while mild temperatures hang out
By Leslee Lacey at KXXV (ABC 25) News
· July 15, 2026
· 1 min read
Rain chances decrease for most of Central Texas today. Also the rate at which the rain comes will decrease. This means we won't see the same intensity or heavy downpours that we experienced yesterday. However, most of our area will see light to moderate rain. We are already experiencing light rai...
Key takeaway This means we won't see the same intensity or heavy downpours that we experienced yesterday.
Why this matters in The Waco
The decrease in rain chances and intensity will likely come as a relief to Waco residents who have been dealing with heavy downpours. However, the west side of Central Texas, including neighboring counties such as Williamson, may still experience significant rainfall, which could impact local travel and outdoor plans. As the rain clears out by the weekend, temperatures will rise back into the 90s, bringing an end to the brief reprieve from the summer heat. This will be particularly notable in Waco, where the heat index can often make the temperature feel even hotter. As the city heads into next week, residents can expect a return to typical summer weather, with high temperatures in the mid to upper 90s. This will be a good time for residents to review their summer heat safety plans and prepare for the hotter weather ahead.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 15, 2026 ·
Source: KXXV (ABC 25) News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Rain chances decrease for most of Central Texas today. Also the rate at which the rain comes will decrease. This means we won't see the same intensity or heavy downpours that we experienced yesterday. However, most of our area will see light to moderate rain. We are already experiencing light rai...
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