Hail — Jeff Davis, Texas

2019-05-30 · near Ft Davis, Jeff Davis, Texas

Wider weather episode

A broad upper level trough was over the southwestern part of the country with an upper disturbance that traveled around this trough which impacted West Texas. A cold front and a dryline were present across the area. Strong moisture and instability were present east of the dryline. Lift from upslope winds along the higher terrain of West Texas was aided by the presence of a jet stream. These conditions resulted in thunderstorms with hail and strong winds.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 823660. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.