Stay ahead of the weather! Get the lowdown on the diverse climate changes this July 2025 across Austin and the broader Southern Plains. From high temps to storm alerts, we’ve got you covered.

July in the Southern Plains is marked by diverse weather conditions. Austin sees temperatures touching the mid-90s, while surrounding areas like San Antonio and Corpus Christi prepare for rain showers. Tonight’s forecast predicts milder temperatures before tomorrow’s likely rain showers across Dallas to Corpus Christi. Serious weather-watchers in Oklahoma City should brace for potential severe weather due to an unstable air mass. Don’t miss out on this comprehensive analysis of the region’s climate as you plan your days ahead. A line of storms is bustling across southern Texas, stretching from San Antonio to Corpus Christi, bringing rain showers to both cities. Light rain is also making its way through western Texas towards Midland, while areas around El Paso remain dry. Oklahoma City is seeing some cloud cover, but clear conditions persist over Kansas City, with no precipitation in sight. In Louisiana, around New Orleans, rain showers are moving in from the Gulf.
In Austin this afternoon, temperatures will rise to 94 degrees by 4 PM with partly cloudy skies. Winds are coming from the southeast at 5 miles per hour, providing a light breeze. By 6 PM, the temperature slightly drops to 93 degrees, with mostly cloudy conditions and a gentle 6 miles per hour southeast wind. Expect 88 degrees and mostly cloudy skies by 8 PM, with winds from the south-southeast at 6 miles per hour.
Today in the Southern Plains, we’re seeing a range of high temperatures that reflect a warm summertime pattern. Dallas hits a sizzling 92 degrees, while nearby Fort Worth will experience an equally hot day. Meanwhile, San Antonio registers a warm 88 degrees, providing a nice contrast to Midland’s cooler 74 degrees. Over in El Paso, expect high temperatures around 85 degrees, which is relatively mild compared to its neighbors. New Orleans is also feeling the heat, reaching 91 degrees as humidity levels rise in the Gulf region.
Tonight, the Southern Plains will experience mild temperatures as Dallas drops to 77 degrees. Oklahoma City is expected to see a low of 73, while Little Rock will settle at 69 degrees. Jackson could see a cooler low of 66 degrees. San Antonio will maintain a balmy temperature of 76 overnight.
Tomorrow, Dallas will see a high of 93 degrees, well above average for this time of year. In San Antonio, temperatures will reach 87 degrees, while Corpus Christi will warm up to 90 degrees. El Paso is expected to hit 88 degrees, and Midland will be cooler at 76 degrees.
Expect an active weather pattern in the Southern Plains tomorrow. Rain showers are likely from Dallas to Corpus Christi, offering some relief to dry areas. Oklahoma City could experience stronger storms as an unstable air mass combines with an advancing cold front. Be on high alert for severe weather conditions, which could include gusty winds and potential flooding.
Austin is set to experience an extreme UV index of 11 on Tuesday, with burn times as swift as 11 minutes in direct sunlight. Wednesday sees a slight decrease with a UV index of 9, where sunburn can occur in about 15 minutes.