Dive into the latest weather forecasts for the Southern Plains. From thunderstorms stretching from Oklahoma City to Dallas to the searing heat in El Paso, meteorologist Amy Freeze provides expert insights.

As the weather shifts swiftly across the Southern Plains, meteorologist Amy Freeze brings you a comprehensive analysis. Tonight’s forecast predicts partly cloudy skies in Austin with a lineup of thunderstorms brewing from Oklahoma City through Dallas. Expect heavy rainfall and possible severe storms. Beyond the storms, areas like Albuquerque and San Antonio show contrasting weather patterns. Prepare for fluctuating temperatures throughout the week, peaking on sunny days and dropping during thunderstorms, as outlined in our 7-day Austin weather guide.
A line of thunderstorms is stretching from Oklahoma City towards Dallas, moving eastward through the Southern Plains. These storms bring heavy rainfall and potential severe weather to this corridor, with potential gusts in the mix. To the west, Albuquerque is seeing scattered rain showers, but it remains drier than areas to the east. In contrast, San Antonio and Corpus Christi are experiencing clearer conditions, while light precipitation is just beginning to dot the landscape around Little Rock, poised to intensify. New Orleans and the southern Mississippi area remain free of storms, enjoying clearer skies for now.
This evening in Austin, temperatures will start at 89 degrees at 9 PM, gradually cooling to 82 degrees by 1 AM. A gentle southeast wind at 7 miles per hour will persist. Expect the skies to be partly cloudy, becoming mostly cloudy by 11 PM before clearing slightly overnight.
Tonight, Little Rock will drop to 73 degrees, while Oklahoma City cools to 68. In Dallas, expect a low of 76, and San Antonio will be slightly warmer at 78. Over in El Paso, temperatures will settle at 71 degrees, and Midland is looking at a low of 74. New Orleans is expected to stay mild at 78 degrees.
Tomorrow in El Paso, expect a sizzling high of 101 degrees. Midland will also see warm temperatures with a high reaching 93 degrees. San Antonio is set to reach 98 degrees, while Corpus Christi is anticipated to hit 93 degrees. Dallas will share similar warmth with a high of 93 degrees. In the eastern part of the region, Jackson and New Orleans will enjoy highs of 93 and 91 degrees, respectively, as warmer air continues to dominate the Southern Plains.
Expect a dynamic day across the Southern Plains tomorrow. A cold front shifts eastward, bringing thunderstorms from Oklahoma City down to San Antonio, with severe storms possible—be prepared for high winds and hail. Rain descends from Midland to Dallas, offering some moisture relief. Watch for severe weather warnings extending southeast through Wednesday night. Temperatures post-front will drop, ushering in cooler and more stable conditions by mid-week.
Austin’s UV index is projected to reach 11 on Thursday and Friday, meaning it’s extremely high. Sunburn can occur in as little as 11 minutes with direct sun exposure.
For the 7-day forecast in Austin: Thursday: A mostly cloudy day with a high of 94 degrees and a low of 76 degrees. Friday: The clouds persist with temperatures climbing to 96 degrees, with an overnight low of 77 degrees. Saturday: Expect mostly clear skies as temperatures peak at 97 degrees, cooling to 76 degrees by night. Sunday: The heat continues under mostly clear conditions, reaching up to 98 degrees during the day and 74 degrees at night. Monday: Thunderstorms are likely to develop later, with a high of 95 degrees and a low of 73 degrees. Tuesday: Scattered thunderstorms are expected, with temperatures reaching 86 degrees and a nighttime low of 72. Wednesday: Thunderstorms remain in the forecast, capping off with 87 degrees in the afternoon and temperatures dropping to 73 degrees overnight.