Catch the latest weather trends in Austin and the Southern Plains, featuring storm updates, temperature shifts, and more.

From partly cloudy skies in Austin to storm warnings across the Southern Plains, our detailed weather report offers insights into the evolving conditions. Learn how temperatures fluctuate from day to night and what to expect in the upcoming days, including potential severe weather risks and UV index warnings.
The Southern Plains feature a distinct pattern of precipitation today. Storms are intensifying just south of Oklahoma City, stretching towards Dallas, with areas right around San Antonio seeing significant precipitation activity. Little Rock is experiencing moderate rainfall, while to the north near Kansas City, skies remain mostly clear for now. Conditions in Albuquerque and Midland are staying dry, presenting a quieter weather scenario.
Cloudy conditions prevail this evening in Austin, with temperatures gradually decreasing from 80 degrees at 9 PM to 76 degrees by 1 AM. Winds will be light, moving from east to southeast at 3 to 4 miles per hour.
Tonight Dallas is forecasted to cool down to 75 degrees, while Midland will drop to 70. Further to the south, San Antonio will experience a low of 76 degrees, and New Orleans will settle at 77. Expect warmer conditions along the coast, with Corpus Christi remaining at a mild 79 degrees.
Tomorrow, high temperatures in the Southern Plains will be on the warmer side. El Paso will reach a sizzling 94 degrees, while Midland follows closely with a high of 90. San Antonio is set for 91 degrees, with Corpus Christi not far behind at 92. Dallas will see a slightly cooler high of 86 degrees, but still well above average for this time of year. Expect temperatures in Oklahoma City to hit 89 degrees and Little Rock to warm up to 91 as well.
A dynamic weather day unfolds across the Southern Plains tomorrow. Rain showers extend from Dallas to Corpus Christi, bringing welcome moisture to the region. Oklahoma City is primed to experience stronger storms due to an unstable air mass and an approaching cold front. Severe weather warnings are possible, particularly in the southeast, through Wednesday night.
The UV index in Austin on Sunday will reach a 6, indicating a moderate sun exposure risk with a burn time of about 23 minutes. On Monday, the UV index rises to 11, posing a very high risk for sunburn within just 11 minutes.
For the 7-day forecast in Austin: Sunday: Anticipate showers with a high of 83 degrees and a low of 73 degrees. Monday: Mostly cloudy skies with temperatures climbing to 88 degrees and a low of 75 degrees. Tuesday: Partly cloudy conditions with a daytime high of 90 degrees and a low of 72 degrees. Wednesday: Enjoy mostly clear skies, reaching a high of 92 degrees and dipping to 72 degrees. Thursday: Another mostly clear day with similar highs of 92 degrees and lows of 73 degrees. Friday: The clear weather continues with a high of 91 degrees and a low of 75 degrees. Saturday: Partly cloudy and warm, with temperatures peaking at 93 degrees and settling at 75 degrees overnight.