Austin Awaits: Evening Eases Into Clear Skies With a Chance of Showers
By
Amy Freeze
Explore the shifting skies of Austin and the Southern Plains—from clear evenings to unexpected showers, stay ahead of the weather curve.
Tonight, Austin enjoys clear skies with temperatures around 80°F. But keep an umbrella close—showers are on the horizon! Learn more about the Southern Plains’ weather in our latest blog post 🌤️.
As Austin basks in clear evening skies, a line of rain showers is making its way from Midland to Oklahoma City, with potential heavy rain near Little Rock. With temperatures remaining warm across the Southern Plains, the upcoming days promise a mix of thunderstorms and sunny spells. Dive deeper into our detailed 7-day forecast for Austin and get prepped for everything from UV indexes to nightly dips in temperatures.
A line of rain showers extends from Midland, Texas, stretching northeast toward Oklahoma City. Notable storms are flaring up near Little Rock, Arkansas, bringing some localized heavy rainfall. In the southwest, rain is also present along the New Mexico border near Albuquerque. The lower Mississippi Delta remains under cloudy conditions, with showers expected to develop as we move through the day.
This evening in Austin, temperatures will hover around 80 degrees at 9 PM, dipping slightly to 79 degrees by 11 PM and maintaining 79 degrees into the early hours. Expect scattered thunderstorms initially, transitioning to light showers, eventually giving way to cloudy skies. Winds will be gentle from the southeast, ranging from 5 to 6 miles per hour. Keep an umbrella handy if you’re heading out!
Tonight, temperatures in the Southern Plains will range from the mid-60s to the upper 70s. Dallas is expected to cool down to 75 degrees, while Midland will see a low of 73. San Antonio is forecasted to drop to 76 degrees, and Albuquerque will experience a cooler night at 66. Expect warm conditions to persist in New Orleans, where temperatures remain at 77 degrees.
Tomorrow in El Paso, high temperatures are expected to reach 98 degrees, while Midland will see a warm 93 degrees. San Antonio is forecasted for a high of 88 degrees, slightly below average for this time of year. Dallas will have a milder day with a high of 83 degrees. In the eastern part of the region, Jackson is anticipating a steamy 94 degrees, and New Orleans will hit 90 degrees, maintaining summer-like warmth across the Southern Plains.
A dynamic weather pattern is shaping up for the Southern Plains, with rain likely extending from Dallas to Corpus Christi, which will provide some much-needed moisture. Oklahoma City should prepare for stronger thunderstorms, as an unstable air mass coupled with a cold front could trigger severe weather warnings. Watch for possible heavy downpours and gusty winds. As this system moves southeast, it could impact areas stretching from Little Rock to New Orleans through Thursday night. Temperatures will likely be cooler behind the front, bringing relief from the recent heat.
In Austin, the UV index will reach a high of 7 today, with a potential burn time of 20 minutes. For Friday, expect a moderate UV index of 5, translating to a burn time of 27 minutes. To enjoy safe sun exposure, don’t forget your sunscreen and hat!
Here’s the 7-day forecast for Austin:
Thursday: Scattered thunderstorms with a high of 86 degrees and a low of 75 degrees.
Friday: Cloudy with a high of 88 degrees and the low is 75.
Saturday: Partly cloudy skies, temperatures reaching a high of 88 degrees and a low of 74.
Sunday: Warmer temperatures with a mix of sun and clouds, a high of 93 degrees and a low of 72.
Monday: Partly cloudy with highs around 93 degrees and low of 73 degrees.
Tuesday: Partly cloudy with temperatures peaking at 94 degrees and a low of 73.
Wednesday: Expect partly cloudy conditions with the high soaring to 98 degrees and the low at 74.
Stay cool and enjoy the week ahead!