Tommy House

Austin

Meteorologist at KXAN-TV (Austin, TX)

Meteorologist at @KXAN_News covering Texas weather.

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Huge temperature swings

3 days ago | kxan.com | Tommy House

AUSTIN (KXAN) - Weather during May is full of surprises. In this week's travel forecast, we break down a big weather pattern change, discussing excessive heat, heavy rain, severe weather, and springtime snow. This forecast covers the period from May 11 to May 18. In the Southern Plains, a strong ridge of high pressure will deliver warmer-than-normal temperatures for millions across the country, with record-high temperatures expected.
Tommy’s Travel Forecast: Huge temperature swings

3 days ago | yahoo.com | Tommy House

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Weather during May is full of surprises. In this week’s travel forecast, we break down a big weather pattern change, discussing excessive heat, heavy rain, severe weather, and springtime snow. This forecast covers the period from May 11 to May 18. In the Southern Plains, a strong ridge of high pressure will deliver warmer-than-normal temperatures for millions across the country, with record-high temperatures expected.
Why temps will rise nearly 20° by Tuesday

4 days ago | kxan.com | Tommy House

AUSTIN (KXAN) - A potentially historic heatwave is becoming more likely in the coming few days. All-time May record high temperatures are forecast to be broken for several cities in Central Texas. LATEST FORECAST: From the First Warning Weather team Widespread Heat Advisories and Extreme Heat Warnings are expected to be issued as early as Tuesday.
Why temps will rise nearly 20° by Tuesday

4 days ago | yahoo.com | Tommy House

AUSTIN (KXAN) — A potentially historic heatwave is becoming more likely in the coming few days. All-time May record high temperatures are forecast to be broken for several cities in Central Texas. LATEST FORECAST: From the First Warning Weather teamWidespread Heat Advisories and Extreme Heat Warnings are expected to be issued as early as Tuesday.
How to keep your pet safe during tick season

6 days ago | kxan.com | Tommy House

AUSTIN (KXAN) - As we continue to enter tick season in Central Texas, it's important to keep up to date with medications for your pet to keep them safe. KXAN Meteorologist Tommy House sat down with Angela Laws, who is the Head of Community at TrustedHousesitters to learn more. Meteorologist Tommy House: My first question for you today is, what should pet owners avoid when it comes to over-the-counter parasite prevention products, specifically for ticks?
How to keep your pet safe during tick season

1 week ago | yahoo.com | Tommy House

AUSTIN (KXAN) — As we continue to enter tick season in Central Texas, it’s important to keep up to date with medications for your pet to keep them safe. KXAN Meteorologist Tommy House sat down with Angela Laws, who is the Head of Community at TrustedHousesitters to learn more. Meteorologist Tommy House: My first question for you today is, what should pet owners avoid when it comes to over-the-counter parasite prevention products, specifically for ticks?
What is an 'omega block' and how will it affect Texas' weather

1 week ago | kxan.com | Tommy House

AUSTIN (KXAN) - An omega blocking pattern is named after the Greek letter (Ω) and slows down the ordinary west-to-east flow of weather systems across the country. The setup is shaped like the letter, with a stationary high pressure in the northern Plains, surrounded by two 'closed' low pressure systems. This pattern prolongs weather patterns, often leading to multiple days or weeks of the same conditions.
What is an ‘omega block’ and how will it affect Texas’ weather

1 week ago | yahoo.com | Tommy House

AUSTIN (KXAN) — An omega blocking pattern is named after the Greek letter (Ω) and slows down the ordinary west-to-east flow of weather systems across the country. The setup is shaped like the letter, with a stationary high pressure in the northern Plains, surrounded by two ‘closed’ low pressure systems. This pattern prolongs weather patterns, often leading to multiple days or weeks of the same conditions.
Omega block increases storm chances

1 week ago | kxan.com | Tommy House

AUSTIN (KXAN) - An omega blocking pattern will deliver an abundance of Gulf moisture to the southern Plains and Deep South, allowing widespread thunderstorms to return as we enter the new workweek. A few storms may be severe. In the Midwest and Northeast, heavy rain is expected to disrupt travel plans, with localized flash flooding possible. The northern Plains will likely be warmer than normal with a mostly dry week ahead.
Tommy’s Travel Forecast: Omega block increases storm chances

1 week ago | yahoo.com | Tommy House

Tommy HouseSun, May 4, 2025 at 8:27 PM UTC1 min readTommy’s Travel Forecast: Omega block increases storm chancesAUSTIN (KXAN) — An omega blocking pattern will deliver an abundance of Gulf moisture to the southern Plains and Deep South, allowing widespread thunderstorms to return as we enter the new workweek. A few storms may be severe. In the Midwest and Northeast, heavy rain is expected to disrupt travel plans, with localized flash flooding possible.