Tornado season in full swing

More rainfall and high winds are on the horizon after a weekend full of showers and a long-lasting tornado watch.

While some tornadoes touched ground across the country this past week, Elgin remained under an April 28 cautionary 40% watch throughout the night without any trouble. Hail and interspersed thunderstorms loomed over the city and will continue to darken the skies heading into next week, according to the National Weather Service.

Thursday and Friday evening tout a 50% chance for storms with winds that can reach up to 25 miles per hour, but no tornado warnings are in effect as of yet. Temperatures should remain comfortable with lows around 68 degrees and a high of 80.

Saturday looks to be the best chance for outings, with partly sunny skies and only a 30% chance of precipitation. Highs may reach 79 degrees, according to reports. Clouds and thunderstorms may return on Sunday, however.

Tornado season in Texas typically extends throughout the month of May, keep up with the Courier for any potential warnings.