This week in Austin and the Southern Plains, expect a mix of sunny days and potential thunderstorms. With temperatures reaching the mid-90s, it’s crucial to stay hydrated and prepared for rapid weather shifts. Check out our full coverage for detailed daily forecasts.

Welcome to your detailed weather roundup for Austin and the Southern Plains! This week brings a variety of weather conditions, from clear skies and high temperatures to potential severe weather threats. Learn what to expect each day and how to prepare for extreme UV exposure, with safety tips and updates on thunderstorm potential across the region. Our comprehensive guide provides day-by-day forecasts, helping you plan ahead whether you’re heading out or staying in.
Across the Southern Plains, the regional radar is largely clear, with most of the region experiencing dry conditions. However, some rain is developing along the Texas coast near Corpus Christi, extending southward. San Antonio remains dry, as does much of central Texas. Farther north, cities like Oklahoma City and Dallas are not experiencing any significant precipitation, maintaining clear skies.
This evening in Austin, expect sunny skies at 9 PM with temperatures at 88 degrees and winds from the south-southeast at 9 mph. By 11 PM, conditions will be clear, while temperatures drop to 84 degrees maintaining similar wind patterns. Heading into the early morning hours at 1 AM, skies remain mostly clear as the temperature reaches 81 degrees.
Tonight, temperatures in the Southern Plains will remain relatively warm, with Dallas dropping to 76 degrees. San Antonio will see a low of 76 as well, while Midland cools slightly more to 74. Expect 73 degrees in El Paso, and Jackson will settle at 72 degrees. New Orleans is warm with an overnight low of 77.
Tomorrow, El Paso will heat up to a high of 95 degrees, while Midland reaches a warm 91 degrees. San Antonio is expected to soar to 96 degrees, significantly above the average for this time of year. In Dallas, temperatures will climb to 95 degrees, creating a hot day across the area. New Orleans and Corpus Christi will see highs around 91 degrees, indicating a generally warm trend across the Southern Plains.
A dynamic day on tap for the Southern Plains as we track scattered thunderstorms across central Texas into Oklahoma City tomorrow. Potential for severe weather includes damaging winds and hail, especially in the afternoon and evening. Expect rainfall from Dallas to San Antonio, with the heaviest showers near Midland. Cooler air begins to push in following a cold front, dropping those highs into the upper 70s by late Wednesday. Stay alert for severe weather updates, especially if you have evening plans.
The UV index in Austin will be extreme this weekend with a value of 11, resulting in a rapid burn time of just 11 minutes in direct sunlight.
Austin 7-Day Forecast: Saturday: Mostly clear skies expected with a high of 93 degrees and a low of 75 degrees. Sunday: The week continues with mostly clear conditions, reaching 95 degrees and cooling to 74 degrees overnight. Monday: Partly cloudy skies as the high reaches 94 degrees and a low of 73 degrees. Tuesday: Partly cloudy with a high of 93 degrees, dropping to 73 degrees at night. Wednesday: A slight dip in temperatures with partly cloudy skies, a high of 91 degrees, and a low of 73 degrees. Thursday: Look for partly cloudy conditions, with highs around 92 degrees and lows near 73 degrees. Friday: Partly cloudy as the temperature reaches up to 93 degrees, with a nighttime low of 74 degrees.