San Antonio is waking up Thursday, May 28 to patchy fog, but expect sunny skies and a high near 89°F once that fog lifts by around 10 AM CT. If you have an early commute — especially east of the Balcones Escarpment toward Converse or Schertz — slow down and allow extra time. Once it burns off, it’s a gorgeous late-May day across the Alamo City.
Today’s Setup
This fog isn’t a new weather system — it’s leftover moisture from recent rainfall evaporating off saturated ground. The National Weather Service in Austin/San Antonio notes that moisture values are actually dropping this week, with modest high-pressure ridging building from the west keeping the area dry through Friday. Winds stay light at 0 to 5 mph out of the southwest — warm but not breezy. By early afternoon, the River Walk and the Pearl District will be ideal for outdoor dining or a leisurely stroll.
Best Time To Head Out
Your prime window for outdoor activity is roughly 10 AM to 1 PM CT, before the near-89°F afternoon heat peaks. Hill Country hikers heading to Friedrich Wilderness Park or Government Canyon State Natural Area should get an early start. Golfers are in luck this week — light winds and zero rain make for near-ideal conditions. Toss a cooling neck towel in your bag before you head out. Browse our outdoor gear deals for more summer-ready picks.
Allergy Alert
Dry conditions and light southerly winds are a setup for elevated pollen transport today and into Friday. With no rain in the forecast to knock counts down, oak and grass pollen will be on the move across Bexar County. Keep an allergy relief nasal spray within reach, and if you’re doing yard work or mowing the lawn, a pollen count face mask cuts down on what you breathe in. At home, a HEPA air purifier makes a real difference on high-count days like this.
Spurs Game 6 and Weekend Events
Tonight’s the big one: the Spurs host the Oklahoma City Thunder in West Conference Finals Game 6 at Frost Bank Center. The arena is climate-controlled, so weather is a non-issue inside — but heading downtown on a warm night with lows only dipping to around 71°F means comfortable conditions either way. Rock a San Antonio Spurs jersey or bundle up for the arena AC in a San Antonio Spurs hoodie. Still need seats? Get tickets on SeatGeek or Find tickets on StubHub while they last.
On Friday, May 29, Godsmack brings the Rise of Rock World Tour to Germania Insurance Amphitheater — one of San Antonio’s signature outdoor venues on the north side. With temps near 90°F and calm winds, it’ll be a warm night on the lawn. Don’t forget your mosquito repellent spray.
Next Few Days
Friday looks nearly identical to today: mostly sunny, high near 90°F, light south winds. The National Weather Service notes another round of patchy fog is possible Friday morning — same drill, give it until around 10 AM CT to clear. Saturday warms to near 91°F under partly sunny skies. Low-end rain chances begin drifting back in late this weekend and into early next week as the upper-level ridge flattens, but the dry stretch holds through Saturday. Enjoy it.
Dinner tonight: Skip the grill heat and go with a quick pasta or stir-fry — the right call for a warm evening when the game tips off in a few hours. You can order groceries on Amazon and have everything at your door well before tip-off.
