Get a quick overview of the upcoming week’s weather for Austin and the Southern Plains—from sunshine to potential severe storms. Be informed and prepared with our latest forecasts!

This week in Austin and across the Southern Plains, weather patterns show a mix of sunny days and potential storms. Sunday begins with cloudy skies, warming up through the week with consistent high temperatures around 95 degrees. A dynamic weather pattern is expected as a cold front moves across the region, increasing the chance of showers and severe storms. Stay updated on day-to-day changes and safety tips through our detailed analyses.
Over the Southern Plains, current conditions are primarily calm with storms centered around Little Rock. A band of showers is stretching from Little Rock to the outskirts of Jackson, indicating some moderate rain activity in these areas. To the west, San Antonio and Corpus Christi are observing scattered showers, likely bringing some brief downpours. Areas like Albuquerque and El Paso are enjoying clear conditions, offering a nice break from any rain or snow. Oklahoma City, Dallas, and Midland are currently under clear skies.
This evening in Austin, temperatures will begin at 87 degrees at 9 PM, cooling down to 79 degrees by 1 AM. Expect partly cloudy skies transitioning to mostly cloudy conditions later in the evening. Winds will maintain a steady southeast flow at about 11 to 13 mph.
Tonight in the Southern Plains, expect lows around 43 degrees in Albuquerque and slightly warmer at 58 degrees in El Paso. Midland will see a low of 58, while Dallas comes in at 67. Little Rock is expected to remain mild at 68 degrees. Oklahoma City will bottom out at 59 degrees.
Tomorrow San Antonio is set to reach a sizzling 98 degrees, while Midland will also be quite toasty at 91 degrees. Farther west, El Paso can expect a high of 85 degrees, while Dallas may see a slightly cooler 82 degrees. In contrast, both New Orleans and Jackson are looking at highs around 88 and 90 degrees, respectively.
Tomorrow in the Southern Plains, expect a dynamic weather pattern as a cold front moves across the region. From Dallas to Corpus Christi, showers will bring much-needed moisture, while Oklahoma City may experience stronger storms. The unstable air mass combined with the approaching front increases the risk of severe weather, including damaging winds and heavy downpours. Be alert for potential severe weather warnings from Texas to the southeast through Wednesday night.
The UV index in Austin is projected to be high at 7 on Sunday, with sun exposure risks leading to a burn time of about 20 minutes. On Monday, the index increases to 8, indicating a more intense sun and a quicker burn time of 17 minutes.
For the 7-day forecast in Austin: Sunday: Cloudy skies with a high of 95 degrees and a low of 76. Monday: Partly cloudy conditions, reaching up to 94 degrees with a night low of 73. Tuesday: Mostly clear and sunny, with temperatures peaking at 95 degrees and a low of 65. Wednesday: Partly cloudy with a high of 95 degrees and a low near 69. Thursday: Continued sunshine with a high of 95 degrees, cooling to 71 at night. Friday: Mostly clear skies expected, reaching a high of 95 degrees with a low of 74. Saturday: Partly cloudy skies with the temperature hitting a high of 96 degrees and settling at 74 overnight.