The sleigh might be in for a bumpy ride in the Southern Plains Tuesday night. Storms are expected to rumble through portions of Texas, some of which could pack a punch--that won't deter the big man, don't worry. Let's talk about what he could be flying into to deliver those presents.

It's been quite for a little while down south. That looks like it'll change this week with a few lobes of energy spinning through. The first chunk looks like it could move into a favorable environment for thunderstorms.

Above average temperatures could help power severe chances Tuesday afternoon and evening. Right now, the Storm Prediction Center is circling an area from Austin to Houston that has the best chances to pick up some damaging winds or large hail.

Timing looks to be toward the afternoon and early evening, with the severe threat subsiding not long after sunset.

Heavy rain could overwhelm the soils here, both Tuesday and with our next round of rain on the way Thursday.

Remind friends and family that might be in town visiting what they need to do if severe weather strikes. Check back with the forecast as the details become a little clearer in the next few days.