Tonight’s weather in Austin and the Southern Plains brings partly cloudy skies, gentle breezes, and a tranquil night. Tomorrow, prepare for heat as temperatures climb!

As Austin enjoys a serene sunset with partly cloudy skies and a gentle southern breeze, surrounding areas are experiencing a mix of intense heat and sudden thunderstorms. From heavy rains in central Arkansas to the scorching heat in El Paso, Amy Freeze guides you through navigating this weather diversity with ease and preparation. Stay tuned for daily updates and actionable tips to stay safe in extreme weather conditions.
The Southern Plains region is facing a dynamic weather day. Showers and storms are primarily positioned in eastern Oklahoma, stretching toward Kansas City and Little Rock. A line of strong thunderstorms is pushing through central Arkansas, providing much-needed rain but also the potential for severe weather. The skies over Dallas and San Antonio remain predominantly clear, with scattered showers developing along the Texas coast near Corpus Christi and New Orleans.
In Austin this evening, expect partly cloudy skies with temperatures gradually decreasing from 81 degrees at 9 PM to 78 degrees by 1 AM. Winds will be gentle, coming from the south-southeast at 4 miles per hour throughout the evening. A calm and pleasant night ahead as cloud cover remains light.
Tonight, low temperatures across the Southern Plains will remain relatively mild. Expect 72 degrees in Oklahoma City and Dallas, while Midland drops to 72 as well. San Antonio’s low will hold at 73 degrees, with Albuquerque seeing a mild night at 73. Meanwhile, El Paso is forecast to have a warmer low of 77 degrees.
Tomorrow in El Paso, look for a scorching high of 102 degrees. Midland is also heating up, expected to reach 95 degrees. In San Antonio, temperatures will climb to a warm 92 degrees, while Corpus Christi sees a high of 91 degrees. Dallas will experience a slightly cooler day with a high of 89 degrees. Overall, many areas in the Southern Plains will be feeling above-average temperatures as warm air influences the region.
For the Southern Plains tomorrow, anticipate a dynamic weather day. Showers from Dallas to Corpus Christi will provide much-needed moisture, while Oklahoma City may experience stronger storms. An unstable air mass paired with an approaching cold front increases the risk for severe weather warnings, especially toward the southeast late into the night. Stay weather aware for potential heavy thunderstorms accompanied by damaging winds. Temperatures are expected to remain warm, with conditions stabilizing towards the weekend.
The UV index in Austin reaches an extreme level of 11 on both Tuesday and Wednesday, with an expected burn time of just 11 minutes in direct sunlight. It’s crucial to limit sun exposure during peak hours and seek shade when outdoors.
For the 7-day forecast in Austin: Tuesday: Partly cloudy skies with a high of 89 degrees and a low of 74. Wednesday: Partly cloudy again, maintaining a high of 89 degrees and a low of 72. Thursday: Mostly clear conditions, with temperatures rising to 93 degrees and dropping to 74 at night. Friday: Expect mostly clear skies, reaching a high of 92 degrees and a low of 75. Saturday: Partly cloudy with the high at 91 degrees and the low at 74. Sunday: Another partly cloudy day, with temperatures around 91 degrees for the day and remaining at 74 overnight. Monday: Closing the week with partly cloudy skies, a high of 92 degrees, and a low of 74.