This week in Austin, brace for a mix of clear skies and sudden thunderstorms. We break down the forecast and provide essential weather safety tips.

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In the Southern Plains region, a significant line of storms can be seen advancing toward Houston, with Dallas already experiencing severe weather. Corpus Christi is under a mix of intense rain showers and gusty winds. The radar also shows rainfall extending from San Antonio toward the Gulf Coast. Oklahoma City remains dry, with clear conditions persisting across the western parts, including Midland and El Paso.
Tomorrow morning in Austin, expect scattered thunderstorms with temperatures starting at 73 degrees and rising to 75 degrees by 10 AM. Winds from the south will be light at 4 mph early, increasing slightly to 5 mph. Thunderstorms will become isolated as the morning progresses. By noon, look for mostly cloudy skies and temperatures reaching 81 degrees.
Tomorrow in El Paso, the high will soar to a scorching 102 degrees, making it well above the seasonal average. Midland is also heating up, with temperatures reaching 93 degrees. In contrast, Dallas will have a milder day at 84 degrees, while San Antonio is expected to hit 92 degrees. Expect warm conditions in Corpus Christi, with temperatures peaking at 91 degrees. Jackson and New Orleans will see highs of 89 degrees, reinforcing a trend of warm weather across the Southern Plains.
Expect an active weather day across the Southern Plains tomorrow. A strong cold front will push through, initiating rain and thunderstorms from Dallas to Corpus Christi, with potential for more intense storms near Oklahoma City. With an unstable atmosphere, severe weather is possible, including strong winds and localized flooding. Farther east, showers will extend from Little Rock to New Orleans. Prepare for potential severe weather advisories as the front heads southeast through Wednesday night.
The UV index in Austin will be a high of 7 on Wednesday, with a burn time of about 20 minutes if you’re out in the sun. On Thursday, expect a very high index of 9, making the sun’s rays intense, with a quicker burn time of just 15 minutes.
Wednesday: Scattered thunderstorms are expected with a high of 84 degrees and a low of 71 degrees. Thursday: Warmer with partly cloudy skies, reaching up to 86 degrees and a nighttime low of 74 degrees. Friday: Partly cloudy conditions with the temperature rising to 90 degrees and dipping to 76 degrees at night. Saturday: Expect more clouds with a high of 91 degrees and a low of 75 degrees. Sunday: Partly cloudy once again, maintaining a high of 90 degrees and a low of 75 degrees. Monday: The temperature climbs to 94 degrees under partly cloudy skies with a low of 76 degrees. Tuesday: The week wraps up with mostly clear skies and a high of 95 degrees, with evening temperatures around 76 degrees.