Stay up-to-date with Amy Freeze as she navigates you through the varying conditions of the Southern Plains. From heavy thunderstorms in Dallas to impressive heat waves, make sure you’re prepared for what the weather holds.

Greetings from Meteorologist Amy Freeze with an urgent update on the Southern Plains’ weather dynamics. This week, anticipate varied weather patterns, from potent thunderstorms across Texas to tranquil skies over Kansas City. Understand the temperature fluctuations and prepare for severe weather conditions with detailed hourly updates and safety tips. For more insights, head over to [the full blog post](https://amyfreeze.ai/).
The Southern Plains are experiencing varied weather conditions today. Heavy thunderstorms are rolling eastward across Dallas and reaching into western Texas, sparking some concerns with their intensity. Rain showers are peppering the Houston area, suggesting commuters might need their umbrellas. Farther north, Oklahoma City is seeing the fringes of these storms, with light rain expected. Kansas City remains under clear skies, providing a brief respite from the weather.
Temperatures will remain warm this evening in Austin, starting at 83 degrees at 9 PM, cooling slightly to 80 degrees by 11 PM, and 78 degrees by 1 AM. Winds will be gentle, coming from the east-northeast at 5 miles per hour initially, calming to 4 miles per hour later on. Partly cloudy skies will transition to mostly cloudy as the night progresses.
Tonight Dallas is expected to drop to a low of 75 degrees, while nearby Midland will see 73. San Antonio will have an overnight low of 77 degrees. In contrast, Oklahoma City will cool down to 68. Little Rock rounds out the region with a low of 73 degrees.
Tomorrow in Oklahoma City, expect a high of 80 degrees, marking a pleasant but slightly below-average day. El Paso will be quite warm, reaching 97 degrees, while Midland also stays warm at 89 degrees. San Antonio is poised for a hot day, hitting 97 degrees as well. Dallas will see a high of 89 degrees, and Little Rock is forecasted to reach 89 degrees, indicating a trend of above-average temperatures across the Southern Plains. A high-pressure system is influencing these warm readings, keeping the region dry and sunny.
For the Southern Plains tomorrow, expect a dynamic weather day, with early rain showers stretching from Dallas to Corpus Christi, providing much-needed moisture. Oklahoma City should prepare for stronger storms, including the potential for isolated severe weather given the unstable air mass and an advancing cold front. By afternoon, storms will intensify, and there’s a possibility of heavy downpours and damaging winds from San Antonio to Little Rock. The cold front’s arrival will trigger thunderstorm activity across New Mexico into Texas.
The UV index in Austin will be very high, reaching a 9 on Wednesday, with a burn time of just 15 minutes. Take precautions with sunscreen and protective clothing if you’re plans include outdoor activities. For Thursday, the UV index climbs even higher to 11, slashing the burn time to only 11 minutes! It’s a smart choice to seek shade and limit time under direct sunlight.
Wednesday: Partly cloudy skies with a high of 88 degrees and a low of 74 degrees. Thursday: Mostly cloudy as the heat rises, reaching a high of 93 degrees with a low of 76 degrees. Friday: Expect mostly sunshine with the temperature peaking at 96 degrees, overnight temperatures will drop to 76 degrees. Saturday: Partly cloudy, with a high of 97 degrees and a low of 76 degrees. Sunday: Mostly sunny, as the temperature tops out at 98 degrees, with a comfortable low of 75 degrees. Monday: Get ready for scattered thunderstorms with a high of 96 degrees and cooling down to a low of 73 degrees at night. Tuesday: Thunderstorms continue with temperatures reaching a high of 88 degrees, dropping to 71 degrees overnight.