Winter Storm — Lavaca, Texas

2026-01-24 to 2026-01-25 · Lavaca, Texas

Event narrative

Sleet began during the evening of the 24th. Storm total accumulation of sleet in Hallettsville was 0.5.

Wider weather episode

A deep upper-level low moved across northern Mexico bringing a strong cold front through South-Central Texas. This resulted in very cold air in the boundary layer with a layer of above freezing air aloft which produced sleet and freezing rain.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1314418. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.