Explore this week’s weather highlights from sunny skies to stormy forecasts across Austin and the Southern Plains, brought to you by Meteorologist Amy Freeze.

Austin’s mixed weather bag offers something for everyone this week, from sun lovers to storm watchers. Read on for a day-by-day breakdown of what to expect weather-wise in the bustling city and across the wider Southern Plains region. Featuring detailed predictions from Amy Freeze, this comprehensive guide covers the sunny highs, stormy lows, and everything in between to keep you prepared. In the Southern Plains region, rain showers are intensifying along the Gulf Coast near Corpus Christi and New Orleans, as seen on the regional radar. El Paso and Midland are enjoying clear, sunny skies, making for a pleasant day. Cloud cover is expanding towards Little Rock and Dallas, while Oklahoma City remains under partly cloudy conditions. Snow is confined to higher elevations, particularly near the southern Colorado border, with gusty winds accompanying this wintery mix.
Afternoon in Austin features partly cloudy skies with temperatures around 80 degrees at 4 PM, ramping up slightly to 81 degrees by 6 PM. Winds remain steady from the north at 9 miles per hour. As the evening approaches, temperatures will ease down to 77 degrees by 8 PM. Plan for a pleasant afternoon with mild wind conditions.
In the Southern Plains, we’re seeing a warm day ahead. Dallas tops out at 76 degrees, while temperatures soar in San Antonio to a balmy 86. Over in Corpus Christi, a healthy high of 85 degrees is expected, perfect for enjoying some time outdoors. Meanwhile, Midland will see a high of 76, and El Paso reaches 82. As we look toward Oklahoma City, the temperature will hit 79, which showcases some nice warmth across the region.
Low temperatures tonight in the Southern Plains will bring a noticeable chill. Dallas can expect a low of 56 degrees, while Midland will drop to a cooler 50. In San Antonio, temperatures will settle around 61 degrees, whereas El Paso will feel brisk at 57. Little Rock’s forecasted low is 57 degrees, and Jackson is looking at 60 degrees. New Orleans will be slightly warmer at 63, rounding out a night of varied temperatures across the region.
Tomorrow, high temperatures in the Southern Plains will be pleasant and above average. El Paso will see a high of 83 degrees, while Midland warms up to 82. San Antonio is expected to reach 83 degrees. Over in Corpus Christi, temperatures are forecasted to climb to a warm 85 degrees. Dallas will see a more moderate high of 78 degrees, while Oklahoma City is set for 78 as well.
Thursday will be active across the Southern Plains as a low-pressure system moves through the region. Expect showers and thunderstorms from Dallas to Oklahoma City, with the potential for severe weather, including damaging winds and hail, particularly in the afternoon. Temperatures will remain warm, but the cold front’s passage could bring a noticeable drop by evening. Rainfall could lead to localized flooding, particularly in areas with saturated grounds. Keep an eye on storm developments as conditions might rapidly change over the next 24 hours.
The UV index in Austin for Friday and Saturday is extremely high at 10, with a burn time of just 12 minutes. Plan to be sun-smart with sunscreen and hats if you’ll be out.