Partly cloudy skies and evolving weather conditions dominate the forecast in Austin and the Southern Plains. Keep an eye out as we dive into daily temperatures, storm chances, and crucial safety tips.

This week in Austin and the Southern Plains presents a tapestry of weather conditions, affecting everyone from city dwellers to travelers. With temperatures varying significantly across the region, understanding the daily weather nuances is key. From the mild morning breezes in Austin to the searing highs in San Antonio, we cover all your weather essentials, safety tips for high UV days, and insights into potential severe weather threats.
The Southern Plains region is experiencing a mix of weather patterns this morning. Heavy rain is sweeping through portions of the Texas Panhandle, particularly around Midland, while lighter showers are extending towards Albuquerque. Oklahoma City is witnessing moderate rainfall spreading southeastward, which might affect Dallas later in the day. The Gulf Coast, including Corpus Christi, is enjoying clearer conditions, but with increased cloud cover indicating potential changes ahead.
Temperatures in Austin tomorrow morning will start at 78 degrees at 9 A.M., warming up to 80 degrees by 11 A.M. Expect cloudy skies throughout the morning with a light northerly breeze. Winds will be gentle, around 4 miles per hour from the north at 11 A.M.
Tomorrow in the Southern Plains, El Paso will see a high of 84 degrees, while Midland reaches 81. Dallas is expected to hit 79, and Oklahoma City is forecasting a high of 77. San Antonio will be quite warm at 90 degrees, with Corpus Christi peaking at 91.
Expect a dynamic weather day across the Southern Plains. Rain showers will sweep from Dallas to Corpus Christi, lending a welcome dose of moisture. Oklahoma City faces a risk of stronger storms, driven by an unstable air mass and an approaching cold front. This system could trigger severe weather warnings through Wednesday night.
The UV index in Austin is high today, with a burn time of approximately 12 minutes, so make sure to protect your skin with sunscreen and hats. Tomorrow, the UV index remains elevated, with a burn time of about 23 minutes.
For the 7-day forecast in Austin: Saturday: Expect partly cloudy skies with a high of 87 degrees and a low around 72 degrees. There’s a 15 percent chance of rain. Sunday: A mix of sun and clouds with showers possible. The high will be 83 degrees and the low 71 degrees, with a 45 percent chance of rain. Monday: More sunshine breaks through with a high reaching 88 degrees and a cooler low of 68. Rain chances drop to 15 percent. Tuesday: A warm day under mostly sunny skies, peaking at 92 degrees during the day and cooling to 67 degrees at night, with a low 5 percent chance of rain. Wednesday: Perfect weather with sunny skies and a high of 95 degrees, the temperature dips to 68 degrees at night. Thursday: Continuation of sunny conditions, temperatures will rise to 96 degrees and a low around 71 degrees. Friday: Sunny and warm with a high of 95 degrees, and a nighttime low of 71 degrees expected.