This week’s weather forecast for Austin and the Southern Plains includes everything from warm sunny days to potential severe storms. Click here to read more and prepare for the week ahead!

As we navigate through another week in Austin, expect a blend of sizzling temperatures and potential severe weather. From sunny skies at highs of 95 degrees to storm warnings with possible tornadoes, understand what these changes mean for you with our in-depth daily analysis. Alongside our regular updates, gain insights into how to stay safe during extreme weather conditions.
Across the Southern Plains, conditions remain largely dry, with most areas experiencing clear skies. Along the Texas coastline, light rain is evident near Corpus Christi and stretches southward toward Brownsville. Areas near San Antonio are clear but could see cloud cover increasing throughout the day.
Around Austin this evening, conditions start off warm and sunny with temperatures at 89 degrees by 9 PM. Winds are breezy out of the southeast at 11 miles per hour. Skies clear up as the night progresses, with temperatures dipping to 85 degrees by 11 PM. Expect it to become partly cloudy after midnight, with temperatures around 81 degrees and a gentle wind from the south-southeast at 8 miles per hour.
Tonight, Oklahoma City will dip to 74 degrees. Little Rock can expect a low of 76, while Dallas stays slightly warmer at 76. Meanwhile, San Antonio and Corpus Christi will both see temperatures around 75 and 78 degrees respectively. New Orleans isn’t much cooler, with an overnight low of 78.
Tomorrow, Little Rock will hit a sizzling 95 degrees, while Dallas will follow closely with a high of 95 as well. San Antonio is expected to reach the same temperature, underscoring a trend of elevated warmth across the region. El Paso will see highs around 93 degrees, and Midland is slightly cooler at 91 degrees. New Orleans and Corpus Christi are also warm, with highs of 90 and 92 degrees respectively, typical for this time of year.
The Southern Plains will experience a dynamic weather shift starting tomorrow. Areas from Dallas to Corpus Christi can expect beneficial rain, while Oklahoma City may face stronger storms. A cold front is moving in, creating an unstable air mass, heightening the risk of severe weather, including potential tornadoes and damaging winds through Tuesday night. Be prepared for possible severe weather alerts as this system progresses eastward. Once the front passes, temperatures will lower, bringing clearer skies to the region.
Austin will experience a UV index of 11 both on Sunday and Monday, which is considered extreme. This means a potential sun exposure risk with burn times as short as 11 minutes in direct sunlight.
For the 7 Day Outlook in Austin: Sunday: Expect mostly clear skies with highs reaching 95 degrees and a warm low of 74 degrees. Monday: Another mostly clear day, the temperature peaks at 95 degrees and cools to 73 degrees overnight. Tuesday: Partly cloudy conditions with a high of 93 degrees and a low of 73 degrees. Wednesday: A mix of sun and clouds continues with a high of 92 degrees, dipping to 73 degrees at night. Thursday: Partly cloudy skies persist, maintaining a daytime high of 92 degrees and an evening low of 73 degrees. Friday: More sun shines through the clouds, driving temperatures back up to 95 degrees with a night low of 74 degrees. Saturday: Partly cloudy once again, with temperatures peaking at 95 degrees and a low of 75 degrees.