SUMMER

With more than 60 days of triple-digit temperatures and the hottest summer on record in the San Antonio area, businesses like Congelato! in Helotes said this summer has been a struggle.

The cities of San Antonio and Phoenix have seen unprecedented heat this summer. However, there are solutions to help residents get through record-breaking temperatures.

The Alamo City has experienced the two hottest summers on record, back-to-back

Say it isn’t so!

The mixture of heat and lack of rain if affecting our crops

I won't be sad our time is over, but happy it happened!

The answer, my friends, is blowin’ in the wind...

The heat of Summer 2023 will go down in the record books for many reasons

Now this is the type of Kenergy I like to see!

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

We took the phrase SUMMER WITH KSAT and gave each letter a meteorological term.

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

Get ready for some high school football with the second annual KSAT Pigskin Classic and other things to do around San Antonio this August.

Maintaining a pool now comes at heftier prices due to the extreme Texas heat.

Heat illness during athletic practice or games is a leading cause of death and disability among high school athletes, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Consumer Reports’ tough tests reveal great grills for under $300.

Amazon launched its 48-hour Prime Day event. The deals are hot, and so is the competition.

Comparing the symptoms of heat stroke and heat exhaustion so viewers know when serious medical attention is required.

Weather records set in San Antonio for the months of June through August.

Hot and dry conditions mean the trip down the river is a little different this year. With water levels dropping, the time it takes has significantly slowed down to 3.5 hours.

Mosquito bites are itchy and annoying for most, but they can also be severe for some people.

A water main break on the Southwest Side caused major damage to a home and vehicle.

Records for the Del Rio area date back to 1906

You'd think we'd get some relief from the heat during the night, but that hasn't been the case. Once again humidity is to blame.

A local summer dance program is encouraging creativity, building self-confidence and opening many doors of opportunities for students.

At a cost of $50 per child, Kids Wild Night Out offers a pizza dinner, guided zoo tours, up-close animal encounters and live music, according to a press release.

Companies are cutting afternoon hours and extending water breaks to keep their workers safe.

Texas Tang Soo Do has been opened for nearly 40 years and puts an emphasis on training for health, self-defense and to be a good person.

Olympia Gymnastics is a family-owned business that offers competitive and recreational gymnastics, training, cheer training, tumbling ninjas, own camps, and birthday parties.

Code4Bots teaches kids everything from coding, robots, animation, 3D printing plus much more.

Next week the Northern Hemisphere will endure “the longest day of the year” on the summer solstice

Indoor water parks are a great way to beat the heat and splash around while avoiding the full force of the Texas sun.

BlackBox Music and Arts is a local owned family business that focuses on kids learning music, singing, arts and acting.

Sunscreen, sunglasses, and taking breaks in the shade are always a good idea when it comes to staying safe outdoors

A southside family is asking for help finding their 8-week-old husky named Summer.

While astronomical seasons deal with the Earth’s revolution around the sun, meteorologists and climatologists combine the calendar and the annual temperature cycle to categorize the seasons.

But before the longer days slip away, it’s not too late to make some lasting summer memories for free!

After a hot, dry summer so far, energy arriving from our northeast could bring some of the best rain chances we've seen in a while.

Foundation companies are getting more calls for inspections as homeowners battle with shifting foundations caused by the heat and drought.

July 2022 also ties with August 2011 for the hottest month ever recorded

With energy consumption high this summer and the cost of fuel used to create electricity also up, Texans are seeing higher utility bills. An energy fellow at the University of Houston explains why those bills are going up.

The number of heat-related calls has more than doubled at some medical facilities in the San Antonio area.

San Antonio has experienced triple-digit temperatures for 42 days, and the extended heat is affecting people’s health.

Having a picnic or cookout at a park or beach may be a summer tradition, but the warm weather can turn tasty treats into nasty bacteria in a short amount of time. Consumer Reports’ food safety experts have tips for making sure you keep food poisoning off the menu.

Experts have tips for preparing homes and yards for the barbecue season.

CPS Energy customers are frustrated with their recent energy bills, saying this is the last thing they need on top of high gas prices and inflation.

Canyon Lake officials are taking steps to prevent overcrowding and pollution at the park. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers said large crowds in recent weeks have caused concern for public safety and the environment.

A San Antonio man is sharing the tragic story of his father's drowning a year ago, in hopes to helping someone avoid the same tragedy this summer season.

General admission tickets are $50 per person and include one sangria. VIP tickets are $100 and include all-you-can-drink sangria, a reserved table and a gift bag, among other perks.

A working HVAC system is the only saving grace to survive the scorching heat felt this week.

STEM advocate & actress Miranda Cosgrove gave Kaiti Blake a preview of the experience, which will be at the DoSeum June 17th through 19th

When the sun continues to beam, the heat continues to swelter, which makes it very clear—summer is on the horizon.

Parents know that taking the kids outdoors could guarantee a speedy bedtime in the summer months, but too much sun and not enough water can lead to health risks.

Temperatures will be near records each day this week

Records date back to 1885

Summer is right around the corner, and that means you and your family might be looking to cool down by heading out to the beach, lake, river, pool, or even a waterpark.

The City of New Braunfels has had to cancel and delay some summer activity favorites due to an employee shortage. A job fair on Saturday aims to hire lifeguards, camp counselors and park rangers on the spot.

The summer heat is upon us Texans, but there are some ways to have some fun outside.

The city of San Antonio owns and operates 24 public pools and to operate all of them at 100% they need roughly 180 lifeguards.

It’s no secret: Traveling by vehicle has gotten pretty pricy recently.

The Beijing Winter Olympics open in four months — just six months after the Summer Games wrapped up in Tokyo.

Somehow, summer 2021 has come to a close (hello, sad girl fall!), so we’re going to take a look back at all the major things that happened this summer that you probably already forgot about, because this summer went by way too fast.

There is a new trend sweeping the nation, and if you’ve never owned a pair, you probably just don’t get it yet.

Consumer Reports recently tested 23 salad dressings to find the tastiest and healthiest.

When there is an emergency in San Antonio, our first responders are on it. Sometimes they can be there for hours enduring the South Texas heat with no water, food or access to restrooms.

A vacuum sealer can extend freshness and save you money when you’re freezing food.

A hot summer day is not the time you want you air conditioning to break down. And running it on overdrive all summer makes that even more likely to happen.

With temperatures in the high 90s and kids enjoying the last bit of summer, a trip to the Comal River might be the perfect getaway.

Several food experts are warning Americans not to let the excitement distract them from food safety protocols, bacteria, and food poisoning.

We are now in the thick of the San Antonio summer heat and since people are out and about soaking up the summer sun, it is important to be smart because heat injury is nothing to play around with.

Vacation preparation for your home and lawn is key to keep them both in mint condition while you are away

Now that the kids are out of school, this is a great way to get them involved

ORLANDO, Fla. (Ivanhoe Newswire)– We are smack dab in the middle of summer. Mask-free and carefree. But there is one thing you should not forget while enjoying the summer sun…your sunscreen!

Exposing your child to the water at a very early age could be life saving, when taught the right skills. Learn more about survival swimming and lessons near you.

Experts say fun activities and reading a few minutes a day can make a big impact once students head back to the classroom.

Travel has rebounded sharply and with it comes plenty of headaches for consumers

It’s summertime, the perfect time for some fun in the sun. But you need to protect more than just your skin.

Small businesses that depend on good summer weather are ready for the clouds to clear so they can start making a profit.

The owners of restaurants, amusement parks and retail shops, many of them desperate for workers, are sounding an unusual note of gratitude this summer: Thank goodness for teenagers.

The seaside community is preparing for a busy Fourth of July weekend.

With Independence Day on the horizon, there will be plenty of celebrations and fireworks. While it might be a party for you, it’s not so much for your pets.

Extreme heat is taking over the Pacific Northwest under an unusual pattern.

With the summer heat in full swing, many families are looking to cool off by going to the lake or the beach. But you need to be careful if you’re taking small children.

Summer is just getting started but it is never too early to start thinking about the next school year and the unique educational opportunities around San Antonio.

If you’re looking for something fun to do this summer and if you’re a teenager, the San Antonio Public Library has you covered.

This Texas heat has been barbecuing us all, especially with the recent ERCOT news. The heat has been so bad that it’s got everyone in a heated mood.

A shortage in air conditioning parts is impacting Texans as the summer heats up and the AC units crank up.

Here are a few ways you and your kids can stay safe and active this summer.

Now that more people are taking to the pool, rivers, lakes and oceans to cool off, one tragic part is the number of people who drown every year.

Tools, tech, clothing and workout gear are just some of the items you’ll find in deals this June.

As spring showers settle and the heat of the summer starts to creep in, it’s time to get our homes prepared for a new season.

Summer is here and we’re all ready to head outside and have some fun. But before we do, it’s important to get our outdoors spaces ready.

Many cities and non-profit groups are competing to draw in lifeguards to work this summer, and some companies are offering good incentives and bonuses.

There are smartphone photo tricks you can follow to capture the best memories

The Rooftop Cinema Club at Six Flags Fiesta Texas has released the first movies of its summer lineup.

UV rays are linked to 90% of non-melanoma skin cancers

Author and mom Christie Cuthbert shares how to make an erupting car wash, fruit and veggie breakfast pops, donut hole bingo and DIY skee ball.

Local leaders are optimistic about the technology industry in San Antonio and with summer just around the corner there is a push to get more students involved in STEM at a younger age.

Flicks from the Rooftop Cinema Club will return to San Antonio this summer.

Local theme parks and water parks are struggling to get their young workforce back on the job as they gear up for the summer busy season, but they’re facing some setbacks.