July brings a fiery blend of heat and storms to Austin. Dive into daily forecasts, severe weather alerts, and essential safety tips!

Welcome to your comprehensive guide for Austin’s weather in July 2025. From scorching high temperatures reaching the mid-90s to sudden severe thunderstorms, the region is in for a dynamic weather pattern. This blog dives into day-by-day forecasts, highlights the areas most likely to be affected by thunderstorms, and offers crucial advice on how to stay safe under the extreme UV index levels expected throughout the month. Whether planning your workweek or gearing up for outdoor activities, stay informed with our detailed insights. On the Regional Radar, clear skies prevail across much of the Southern Plains, particularly over Oklahoma City, Dallas, and Midland. However, showers are developing near the southern border of Colorado, just west of El Paso. The Lower Mississippi Delta, especially around the New Orleans area, is encountering thunderstorms with intense rainfall. Albuquerque experiences scattered showers, with areas of rain just moving eastward from the region.
Expect a hot afternoon in Austin with temperatures reaching 94 degrees. Winds are light, coming from the south at 9 miles per hour. Cloud cover will increase slightly by 6 PM, but overall conditions stay mostly sunny. By 8 PM, temperatures ease to 92 degrees as skies clear.
In the Southern Plains today, temperatures are soaring. San Antonio and El Paso are leading the pack with highs reaching 98 degrees. Dallas isn’t far behind, forecasted to hit 95, while Midland is also warm at 95 degrees. Little Rock will experience a high of 97, creating a hot contrast with cooler spots like New Orleans, which is expected to peak at 92 degrees.
Tonight, Dallas will cool down to 75 degrees. Expect a low of 73 in San Antonio and 76 in Corpus Christi. Oklahoma City will drop to 70, while Little Rock sees a low of 78.
Tomorrow in the Southern Plains, temperatures will soar, with Dallas reaching a high of 98 degrees, significantly above average for this time of year. San Antonio is expected to be especially hot at 99 degrees, while Midland will see a high of 95. El Paso will feel the heat as well, with a high of 96 degrees. In contrast, New Orleans anticipates a more moderate high of 84 degrees, providing a little relief from the intense heat affecting much of Texas.
A dynamic weather day is anticipated in the Southern Plains as scattered thunderstorms develop, impacting areas from Dallas to San Antonio and across Oklahoma. Some storms may reach severe levels with the potential for hail and gusty winds, particularly near Oklahoma City. The region is under the influence of an unstable air mass with a cold front advancing, which could escalate severe weather chances through Wednesday night. Cooler temperatures are expected to follow the frontal passage, leading to a refreshing change by Thursday. Be prepared for changing conditions and stay tuned for any severe weather alerts.
The UV index in Austin is extremely high at 11 on both Wednesday and Thursday, with a burn time of 11 minutes. It’s crucial to take sun protection seriously; wear sunscreen, seek shade, and cover up if you’re outdoors.