Despite recent heavy rainfall and storm activity, the latest U.S. Drought Monitor, released on Thursday, shows only modest improvements for San Antonio and surrounding South Central Texas counties.

Another month down, another to go. As spring continues, we have seen many weather patterns.

The Edwards Aquifer Authority has issued Stage 4 restrictions, an improvement from Stage 5, for those who have permits to pump from the Edwards Aquifer.

Aquifer levels continue to fall to lowest levels in decades.

A recent water main break in the City of Comfort has only added to ongoing issues with water in the area.

As Canyon Lake’s water level continues to drop, at least one business owner says there’s an upside.

Senate Bill 7, which won unanimous approval, is among legislation that seeks to avert a looming water crisis as the state’s population booms.

March was relatively mild in terms of weather extremes, but the month still had its share of notable events, particularly with wildfire activity and some storms later in the month.

Multi-year drought and La Niña play key roles

South Texans are no strangers to fire. As temperatures rise and dry conditions persist, the state enters a period of heightened wildfire risk.

February came and went with what felt quickly compared to January. However, it felt like much of the month was a roller coaster.

The first few weeks of 2025 haven’t brought much-needed rainfall to South Central Texas.

Records for the Alamo City date back to the mid-1880s.

Even with rain in the forecast, experts say it's "going to take months of rainfall and runoff to turn this thing around."

Records for the Alamo City date back to the mid-1880s.

A private boat ramp for Canyon Lake Marina is still operating for customers, but there are no ramps available to the general public.

The aquifer level has fallen more than eight feet since early September.

It’s been more than 45 days since measurable rainfall was officially recorded in San Antonio, a concerning fact in a time period where we typically see rain

This will be the first year without the Hondo corn maze since the early 2000s.

The Lakehills Community Center is hard at work to prepare for its biggest fundraiser yet. The team is just weeks out from the Medina Lake Cajun Festival, which will be held on Saturday, Sept. 28, from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. This year, getting the community together means a whole lot more.

Residents at the sprawling Terlingua Ranch near Big Bend National Park will limit residents to 1,000 gallons of nondrinking water per month.

An active weather pattern brought needed rain to South Central Texas and ended up dropping impressive rainfall totals for late July.

People complained of water outages, low water pressure, and traffic problems after an underground water main on SE Military broke. It also caused part of a sidewalk to crumble.

Medina Lake has risen over five feet this week

Higher totals were generally found farther south, lower totals farther north

Water Data for Texas said the Medina Lake Reservoir was 2.4% full on Monday.

No one knows how much water sits beneath the desert of Terlingua. Residents worry their wells will run dry, as developers and local officials cheer the tourism boom.

Canyon Lake is more than 23 feet below its normal level, and boat traffic on Monday was less than expected for a three-day holiday weekend.

2023 brought record low hay inventories across the state and nationwide

Wimberly’s Blue Hole is now open for swimming.

By the time all was said and done, April rang in as a wetter than average month in the Alamo City.

Welcomed rain fell across parts of the area that needed it the most, including the Hill Country

With the hottest days still ahead, local leaders have declared emergencies. And farmers are lobbying for the U.S. government to pressure Mexico to release water.

The latest report from Medina Lake shows that it’s only 2.8% full.

Most of the rain fell along and east of the I-35 corridor

Total cattle numbers are down due to a tight hay supply, raising prices at the grocery store

Over 6 and a half inches of rain have fallen in San Antonio this month

Plant these in your gardens for 2024-- these beat the record heat and drought.

Natural disasters — including winter storms, hurricanes, extreme heat, wildfires and droughts — can happen at any time. Preparation is key to staying safe during an emergency.

We still have a long way to go in terms of chipping away at this prolonged drought.

Two years of prolonged drought have caused stress to accumulate on local trees and vegetation.

Thursday’s rain wasn’t drought-busting, but it was a welcomed sight for many backyard rain gauges

After two years of brutal heat and below-average rainfall, the grass in your yard might be looking more brown and crunchy than lush and green. KSAT reached out to David Rodriguez, a Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service agent who specializes in horticulture, to ask what people’s options are when it comes to their grass.

Rain showers have brought a glimmer of hope for the future of Canyon Lake.

After a long summer of extreme heat, Texas has been battered by a lingering drought that’s damaging crops, drying up water supplies and causing wildfires.

This comes after the hottest summer ever was recorded in San Antonio earlier this year

San Antonio has been under stage 2 watering restrictions since April of 2022 but the number of citations issued to customers found to be in violation of the watering rules has quadrupled in recent months.

With record-breaking heat and ongoing drought, business owners across Comal County were concerned about what tourism would look like in Summer 2023. But the Canyon Lake Area Chamber of Commerce said they still saw business.

Two years of drought and desperate for rain. South Central Texas has dealt with drought conditions for 730 days, dating back to September 2021.

Here’s a look back at what’s attributed to the persistent drought across our area

Only three boat ramps are expected to be open this weekend at Canyon Lake as the water levels dip even lower.

The drought and triple-digit heat have hit many ranchers hard this summer. The cost of hay bales continues to soar, and the lack of production is leaving suppliers and livestock owners scrambling for options.

Biologists are on high alert as the ongoing drought dries up the rivers some animals call home.

The swimming area at Blue Hole Regional Park in Wimberley will be closed for the remainder of the year because the depth of the water is no longer safe, according to the city’s parks officials.

Floating the river has been a favorite pastime for people looking to celebrate the end of summer on Labor Day weekend but the Comal, Guadalupe and San Marcos rivers aren’t flowing quite so fast this year.

Newly discovered dinosaur tracks are visible once again at a Texas state park after two years of excessive drought.

Another boat ramp has closed at Canyon Lake as water levels continue to drop to historic lows.

According to the Water Data for Texas, a year ago, Canyon Lake was close to 90 percent full. Today, it’s sitting at about 68.5 percent.

The City of Kerrville is set to move from Stage 2 to Stage 4 water conservation measures starting at 12:01 a.m., Thursday, according to a press release.

San Antonio Water System officials are attributing the hundreds of water main breaks the utility has seen this summer to record pumping amid high demand for water.

Dry conditions, high winds and rought terrain are to blame for the ongoing brush fire still burning in Medina County.

As Texas continues to see dry conditions, San Marcos has announced the implementation of its Stage 4 drought restrictions.

Due to dropping lake levels, Potters Creek Boat Ramp 21 at Canyon Lake will close on Tuesday, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers said.

Canyon Lake is inching closer to a historic low after two brutally hot and arid Texas summers.

Three years of drought & population growth have taken a toll on San Antonio’s main water source

Rural communities have seen a tremendous propulation growth. The extreme heat, and dry conditions have them worried that new residents are not fully aware of just how close they are to a dangerous wildfire.

The lack of rain and extreme heat is helping bacteria thrive in area lakes and rivers, and river authority officials are asking families to be cautious of posted swimming warnings.

The farm at Mission San Juan at the San Antonio Missions National Historical Park produces fresh produce for the San Antonio Food Bank using acequias.

Forecasters are now calling for a 95% chance of El Nino by December.

Arborist warn homeowners to have their trees inspected at least once a year by a professional, not only to keep the tree healthy but to protect people from accidents.

Boerne Utilities notified its water customers that Stage 2 water restrictions would take effect as drought and continuous triple-digit temperatures affect the region. The restrictions will begin Aug. 7, 2023.

Dry grasses, breezy winds, and lower afternoon humidity will elevate fire danger concerns at times in the days ahead

All summer long, KSAT has reported on how San Antonians from different walks of life have dealt with the extreme heat.

As San Antonio reels from the heat and lack of rainfall, SAWS is considering new ideas around drought management and the violation of watering rules.

July 2023 was also San Antonio’s third hottest month EVER on record

The U.S. Drought Monitor reported that parts of South Central Texas have seen continuous drought for more than 680 days.

At least some portion of the KSAT-12 viewing area has been under a drought classification since September 2021.

One year after a devastating drought, Texas agriculture watchers are wary that the positive effects of a wet spring could be zapped up with extreme heat.

One goat farm in New Braunfels is finding ways to keep the heat from hurting its dairy business.

A hot and drier-than-average month was found in San Antonio.

Higher rainfall totals than 2022 and various drought improvements were found over the course of the month

Following one of the hottest summers on record, lawmakers have set an ambitious target: By 2033, they want to bump up the state’s water supply by an amount equal to three of the largest reservoirs in the state.

According to a strawberry specialist with Texas A&M AgriLife Extension, Poteet-worthy strawberries need a sandier soil and cool temperatures to grow. Those cooler conditions get harder and harder to find, though, as the spring season in South Central Texas carries on.

Farmers in Gillespie County are dealing with a slow rain start to the year and seeing less than half the average rainfall they usually get.

Dry, gusty weather will create high fire danger midday Wednesday

A video posted on TikTok by a San Antonio business owner showing the effects of the drought at Medina Lake has millions of views and counting.

After an extended La Nina, the forecast calls for a switch back to a more neutral pattern (not La Nina or El Nino) by this spring.

A new Texas Department of Agriculture report also points to other factors that are making it harder for Texans to access and afford food, including wages falling behind rising costs of living.

“A year like this, where everything is disaster, is just, I’d say, devastating,” cotton farmer Steven Walker said.

Statistics tells us that 2022 drought is one of the worst San Antonio has seen since records have been kept.

The Comal Springs streamflow dips to a 10-day average of 92 cfs - the lowest since 2014

It’s no secret that this year hasn’t been particularly kind to us in terms of rainfall. As we get ready to flip the calendar over to the month of October, here’s a look at our rainfall stats through the first nine months of the year so far.

The latest Drought Monitor was released Thursday morning, and while there haven't been widespread, drastic changes, some drought has expanded slightly along and east of I-35.

As Texas continues to battle drought, groups are trying a market-based solution to help farmers and protect what little water is left.

Updating home appliances and changing wasteful habits can help you cut your home water use in half.

Hemp advocates promised the Texas Legislature the crop was drought resistant. The 2022 drought has proven otherwise. And farmers are abandoning the nascent market.

Cotton is Texas’ largest crop, and industry experts say they expect just half the normal annual yield — which will drive up costs for consumers.

If you do see rain a quick 1-2 inches are possible

Scattered downpours possible, with heavy rain and flooding potential wherever rain sets up

In this week’s episode, Matthew speaks with Jayme about how this week’s rain likely won’t mean the end of the drought. And he speaks with Eric about the soon-to-be-over congressional career of Louie Gohmert.