Saharan dust and hazy skies are expected to remain part of the Rio Grande Valley forecast, creating a muted skyline and reduced visibility at times.
The dust can make afternoon skies appear milky or orange, especially when sunlight filters through the haze during hotter parts of the day.
For most residents, the main effects are hazy conditions, a hotter feel outdoors and lower air quality. People with asthma, allergies, COPD or other respiratory conditions may notice more irritation when dust levels are elevated.
Residents who are sensitive to air quality changes can limit prolonged outdoor activity, keep windows closed when haze is heavy and follow local air-quality and weather updates.
Drivers should also be prepared for changing visibility during dusty or hazy periods, particularly around sunrise, sunset and open roadways.
The dust is a seasonal pattern that can reach South Texas during summer as winds carry dry air and particles across the Atlantic, the Caribbean and the Gulf region.
