Meteorologist Amy Freeze highlights this week’s weather forecast for Austin – expect a mix of cloudy skies, temperature shifts, and potential rainfalls. Stay tuned daily for safety tips and updates!

Welcome to your comprehensive guide on the weather forecast for Austin and the Southern Plains. Meteorologist Amy Freeze outlines daily weather conditions, from high temperatures to expected rainfall and storm alerts, ensuring you’re well-prepared for the week ahead. Don’t miss her insights on varying temperatures across different areas and the upcoming weather dynamics due to high pressure systems. On the Regional Radar, a line of storms is moving from Oklahoma City towards Little Rock, bringing severe weather to Little Rock. Showers and thunderstorms in the Southern Plains are evident around Jackson, as the rain pushes towards the northeastern regions. Dallas and San Antonio are currently experiencing clear skies, while some clouds are forming in El Paso and Corpus Christi. Albuquerque sees isolated showers around its vicinity, while areas in Kansas City enjoy calm conditions.
This afternoon in Austin, expect mostly cloudy skies with temperatures soaring to 94 degrees by 6 PM. A steady breeze from the south-southeast will keep things slightly cooler with speeds around 12 miles per hour. As the evening approaches, partial cloud cover remains, with temperatures dropping to 90 degrees by 8 PM.
Today El Paso reaches a sizzling 90 degrees, while Midland hits an impressive 97. Farther south, San Antonio matches that heat at 97 degrees, providing a taste of summer. Dallas is slightly cooler at 86 degrees, and to the northeast, Little Rock enjoys a pleasant high of 83. Over in New Orleans, expect a warm afternoon with a high of 89 degrees, while Corpus Christi settles at 88. The contrasts in temperatures highlight the warm air that’s settling across the region.
Tonight Albuquerque will see a low of 43 degrees, while Midland dips to 58. Expect Dallas to cool down to 67 degrees. Little Rock is forecasted to reach 68, and Oklahoma City will settle at 59. Fortunately, temperatures will remain warmer in the South with San Antonio at 74 and New Orleans at 77.
High temperatures in the Southern Plains tomorrow are expected to be well above average. San Antonio is set to reach a scorching 98 degrees, while Midland will see a high of 91. Corpus Christi will warm up to 89 degrees. In Dallas, the temperature will hit 82 degrees, and Oklahoma City is forecasted to reach 84 degrees. This warm spell is attributed to a high pressure system dominating the region, leading to clear skies and increased temperatures.
Tomorrow in the Southern Plains, anticipate a dynamic weather pattern with rain extending from Dallas to Corpus Christi, likely bringing beneficial moisture to the area. Oklahoma City is positioned for potentially stronger storms, with the unstable air mass and an approaching cold front prompting attention to severe weather warnings, particularly in southeastern regions. Kansas City could experience localized storm activity, while areas near San Antonio and New Orleans should prepare for heavy downpours. The cold front’s presence will usher in a shift in temperatures. Keep an eye on the skies, especially into Wednesday night.
In Austin, the UV index reaches a high of 8 today, with a burn time of 17 minutes under cloudy skies with possible rain, reducing sun exposure slightly. Tomorrow, expect the UV index to jump to 10, where direct sun exposure could lead to burns in as little as 12 minutes.