Greet the week with sunshine in Austin! Learn about this week’s warm weather trend and essential sun safety tips in our latest blog post.

The week in Austin looks overwhelmingly sunny with occasional clouds and a chance of thunderstorms across the Southern Plains. With daily highs flirting with the 90s, it’s crucial to stay sun-smart. We dive deep into each day’s forecast, discuss potential severe weather, and offer tips to safely enjoy the abundant sunshine. Don’t miss detailed insights into the nightly lows and what they mean for your early morning and late evening plans.
Across the Southern Plains, a prominent weather pattern is developing with showers primarily concentrated around Albuquerque, pushing eastward. El Paso is experiencing clear conditions, while Midland and Dallas remain dry for now. Cloud cover is expanding over Eastern Texas and parts of Arkansas, which may lead to rain later today. Along the Gulf Coast and especially near New Orleans, scattered showers are beginning to move in, hinting at a potentially wet evening.
Tomorrow morning in Austin, expect clear skies with temperatures rising from 66 degrees at 9 AM to a warm 77 degrees by 11 AM. Winds will be calm, creating a serene start to your day. It’s an excellent morning for outdoor activities with abundant sunshine and comfortable conditions.
Tomorrow, high temperatures in the Southern Plains will see a warm trend with Oklahoma City reaching 91 degrees. Dallas will also hit that mark at 91, while Midland warms up to 86. San Antonio will be notably hot at 94 degrees, with Corpus Christi following closely at 90. Overall, temperatures are running above average for this time of year as warm air dominates the region.
Anticipate a dynamic weather scenario for the Southern Plains tomorrow. Thunderstorms with potential for severe weather will develop across Oklahoma City, extending into areas around Little Rock and Jackson. Rain showers are expected in Dallas and Midland, offering relief for dry conditions. A cold front advancing through the region increases the risk for isolated severe storms into the evening. Temperatures will experience fluctuations, approaching cooler trends post-front passage.
In Austin, today’s UV index is high at 7, with a burn time of around 17 minutes. Tomorrow holds the same UV index level, so keep applying that sunscreen regularly and wear protective clothing! Stay sun smart and enjoy your time outdoors safely.
For the 7 Day Outlook in Austin: Sunday: Sunny skies with a high of 92 degrees and a low of 65 degrees. Monday: Expect partly cloudy conditions with highs around 90 degrees and lows near 66 degrees. Tuesday: Mostly sunny, warming up to 94 degrees and cooling to 69 degrees at night. Wednesday: Sunny and warmer with the temperature climbing to 96 degrees, and a low again around 67 degrees. Thursday: Another sunny day as it remains warm with a high of 96 degrees and a low of 68 degrees. Friday: Continuing with sunshine, expect a high of 94 degrees and a low of 69 degrees. Saturday: Mostly sunny, finishing the week with a high of 93 degrees and a nighttime low of 70 degrees. Looks like a warm and sunny week ahead in Austin! Stay cool and enjoy the sunshine!