Discover what Austin’s weather holds for you this week, from high temperatures hovering around 95 degrees to storm risks and very high UV indexes. Stay informed and stay safe with our accurate, up-to-date insights!

Austin Evening News – 07/21/2025 This is your Southern Plains Forecast update. As the sun sets in Austin, expect partly cloudy skies this evening. Here’s the weather outside your front door, including temperature trends, storm predictions, and crucial UV index warnings. Be prepared for the upcoming heat with peak temperatures and potential rainfalls. Read more on our daily and weekly forecasts, ensuring you’re ready for whatever the weather throws your way.
On the Regional Radar, the Southern Plains are mostly quiet, with notable activity in the Texas-New Mexico area. Showers are observed near Albuquerque, moving southeast towards El Paso. Isolated rain pockets are developing around northern Texas, especially near Midland. The storms farther north near Kansas City are holding their ground, creating heavy rainfall over the area.
This evening in Austin, temperatures will begin at 90 degrees at 9 PM and gradually cool to 81 degrees by 1 AM. Winds will be coming from the south-southeast at 8 to 9 miles per hour. Expect mostly cloudy skies transitioning to partly cloudy conditions as the evening progresses.
Tonight, temperatures will drop to 71 degrees in El Paso and 73 in Midland. Dallas will see a low of 76 degrees, while San Antonio stays warm at 76 as well. Oklahoma City will register a cool 75 degrees. Expect Little Rock to cool down to 77 degrees, with New Orleans holding steady at 80 degrees.
Tomorrow, Little Rock is set to bake under the sun with a scorching high of 100 degrees. San Antonio will experience warm temperatures reaching 98 degrees, while Midland is expected to hit 91. Dallas and Oklahoma City are both looking at highs around 97 degrees, reflecting above-average temperatures for July. El Paso will enjoy a milder day with a high of 87 degrees, but overall the Southern Plains are bracing for some serious heat tomorrow.
Tomorrow, the Southern Plains will experience varied weather conditions. A cold front moving through will bring rain and potential thunderstorms, particularly from Oklahoma City extending south to Corpus Christi. There is a risk of severe weather, with strong winds and heavy downpours possibly leading to localized flooding. Dallas can expect a wet day, while San Antonio and El Paso remain mostly dry. Keep your eyes on the forecast, as storm conditions could shift rapidly over the next 24 to 48 hours.
The UV index in Austin is very high today with a value of 10, indicating a burn time of just 12 minutes. Prepare for intense sun exposure. Use sunscreen liberally and try to limit direct sun exposure, especially during peak hours! On Tuesday, the UV index is extreme at 11, with an even shorter burn time of 11 minutes, so protective precautions are essential.
For the 7-day forecast in Austin: Monday: Mostly cloudy skies with a high of 95 degrees and a low of 76 degrees. Tuesday: Enjoy partly cloudy conditions with similar temperatures, a high of 95 degrees and a low of 75. Wednesday: Clear and sunny, reaching a high of 96 degrees and a low of 74. Thursday: Mostly clear conditions continue, with temperatures peaking at 96 degrees and dipping to 75. Friday: Partly cloudy skies with a high near 95 degrees and warmer lows around 77. Saturday: Partly cloudy, slightly cooler with highs around 91 degrees and lows of 76. Sunday: Partly cloudy once more, maintaining a high of 95 degrees and a low of 76.