Weather News
This year, Texas' summer is turning out to be hotter and drier than normal. Oncor is developing new ways to keep its customers better informed. Whether its storm emergencies, power outages, or daily forecasts; Mr. Brad Barton is part of this new effort. As WBAP's Chief Meteorologist, Mr. Barton has been reporting Texas weather for more than 30 years. He will share his insight to help customers understand how daily temperature trends impact electric usage and monthly bills. And during severe weather, he knows there's no such thing as "too much weather and safety related information."
Brad's Weather Blog
Forecast Update Mon 9-6-10Monday Labor Day is Sunny, windy and hot with a high near 95. South winds pick up to 30 mph this afternoon (think grass fire danger). Tuesday, clouds move in, followed by rain Tuesday afternoon as Tropical Storm Hermine moves north from the Lower Valley. Expect scattered heavy rains along and west of I-35 tomorrow [...]
Extended Summer Forecast
Average warm-season temperatures are likely to run roughly three degrees warmer than historic norms- even warmer than the relatively mild summer of 2009.
To estimate the impact on your summer electric bills, an extra one degree of cooling is roughly equal to 7% of your air conditioning bill. To keep your home as cool as you are accustomed to in a +3-degree summer, you can expect your electric usage for air conditioning to be roughly 20% higher (3-degrees X 7% = 21%).
Temperature Charts
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