Tonight in Austin, enjoy clear skies with a gradual cooldown. But keep an eye on the storm alerts for the Southern Plains!

This evening in Austin, temperatures will cool from 88 degrees to a pleasant 81 by early morning, under mostly clear skies. Meanwhile, a cluster of storms near Oklahoma City warns of a shift as they move toward Arkansas. Southern Plains cities are projecting varying temperatures ahead of a cold front, with potential severe weather alerts. Stay updated with our full forecast and tips on handling the high UV index!
A cluster of storms is currently positioned just east of Oklahoma City, moving toward Arkansas, with areas like Little Rock already experiencing rainfall. To the south, lighter rain showers are developing near the northern outskirts of Dallas. Kansas City to the north remains under dry conditions, with clouds beginning to gather. In El Paso and Midland, no significant weather activity is noted at this time.
This evening in Austin, temperatures will start at 88 degrees by 9 PM, cooling gradually to 81 degrees by 1 AM. Expect clear skies initially, becoming partly cloudy as the night progresses. Winds will be steady from the south-southeast at around 10 to 7 miles per hour, keeping the conditions mild.
Tonight, temperatures in the Southern Plains are going to stay relatively mild, with Dallas seeing a low of 78 degrees. In contrast, Midland will cool down to 73, while San Antonio is slightly warmer at 76. New Orleans is predicted to have a low of 77 degrees, providing a warm night for the region.
Tomorrow, El Paso will sizzle with a high of 103 degrees, while Midland isn’t far behind at 97. San Antonio can expect a warm afternoon reaching 95 degrees. Dallas will see temperatures hitting 97, which is notably above average for this time of year. New Orleans and Jackson will be cooler, both topping out at 88 degrees, influenced by lingering humidity.
Expect a dynamic day in the Southern Plains tomorrow, with strong storms possible in Oklahoma City and Little Rock as a cold front pushes through. Rain showers from Dallas extending to Corpus Christi will provide respite from dry conditions, although keep an eye out for isolated severe weather. By evening, thunderstorms may sweep into Jackson, impacting the evening commute. Watch for lightning and gusty winds, especially in east Texas and southern Arkansas. Temperatures are set to dip behind the front, with drier air moving in for a more pleasant start to the weekend.
Expect a very high UV index of 11 in Austin both today and tomorrow, with a burn time of just 11 minutes. It’s crucial to protect your skin by applying broad-spectrum sunscreen and wearing hats and sunglasses.
Here’s the 7-day forecast for Austin: Wednesday: Mostly cloudy skies with a high of 93 degrees and a low of 76 degrees. Thursday: Expect mostly clear weather with temperatures reaching up to 94 degrees, dipping to 75 degrees at night. Friday: Another mostly clear day with a high again of 94 degrees and a low of 75 degrees. Saturday: A mix of sun and clouds brings a high of 93 degrees, cooling to 75 degrees overnight. Sunday: Mostly clear and warm with a high of 94 degrees and a cool down to 74 degrees at night. Monday: Partly cloudy, with temperatures peaking at 94 degrees, with a mild evening low of 73 degrees. Tuesday: Partly cloudy skies continue with a daytime high of 93 degrees and a nighttime low of 72 degrees.