Catch the latest Austin weather update from meteorologist Amy Freeze, discussing everything from cloud cover and isolated thunderstorms to regional temperature predictions and severe weather advisories. Stay prepared!

Welcome to your detailed forecast for Austin and the Southern Plains. Amy Freeze here, bringing you all the updates from scattered rain showers in Houston to clear skies in Midland, and every weather detail in between. As we look towards the week, expect varying conditions including potential thunderstorms and the effects of an advancing cold front. Safety tips, like sunscreen application due to high UV indices, are also covered. Stay informed, stay safe, and enjoy the dynamic weather of our region!
Over the Southern Plains, the regional radar reveals a dynamic weather pattern. In eastern Texas, areas near Houston and surrounding regions are experiencing scattered rain showers. Farther east, cities like Jackson and New Orleans are under heavier rainfall, which is slowly inching its way northward. Meanwhile, across the western portions of Texas, from San Antonio up to Midland, conditions remain mostly clear with only a few isolated clouds. In New Mexico, Albuquerque is seeing some patchy rain, while El Paso is clear, contributing to a mix of weather conditions across the region. The central plains, including Oklahoma City and Dallas, currently enjoy dry conditions with scant cloud cover.
In Austin, tomorrow morning begins with temperatures at 69 degrees, accompanied by cloudy skies and a southeast wind at 4 miles per hour. By 9 AM, the temperature rises slightly to 70 degrees with mostly cloudy conditions and winds shifting from the south at 5 miles per hour. Heading toward 11 AM, expect isolated thunderstorms as temperatures climb to 74 degrees with a steady south wind.
Highs for the Southern Plains tomorrow are looking warm and pleasant, indicative of above-average temperatures for this time of year. In El Paso, expect a high of 79 degrees. Midland is in for an even warmer day, reaching 85 degrees. San Antonio will also climb to 85 degrees, while Corpus Christi warms up to 82 degrees. Further east, Dallas will see a high of 84 degrees, and Little Rock is set to reach 82 degrees. Oklahoma City will be slightly cooler with highs around 61 degrees.
On the futurecast for the Southern Plains, a cold front is advancing from the northwest, which will bring significantly diverse weather conditions across the region. Dallas and San Antonio will experience rain showers, potentially easing some dryness. However, Oklahoma City should prepare for the possibility of stronger storms due to an unstable air mass. Areas like Midland and farther south including Corpus Christi can expect intermittent rain, which could transition into more organized showers into the night. Stay vigilant as severe weather watches may be issued in parts of the region through Sunday night.
The UV index in Austin is predicted to be very high at 9 on Saturday, with a burn time of about 15 minutes. Ensure you apply sunscreen and wear protective clothing if outdoors. On Sunday, the index slightly lowers to a high of 7, with a burn time of around 20 minutes. Stay safe under the sun!
For the 7-Day Forecast in Austin: Sunday: Mostly cloudy with a high of 84 degrees and a low of 65. Monday: Showers are expected late in the day, with temperatures reaching a high of 74 degrees and a low of 58. Tuesday: Enjoy mostly clear skies with a high of 83 degrees and a low of 70. Wednesday: Partly cloudy conditions with a warm afternoon high of 89 degrees and a low of 69. Thursday: Mostly cloudy throughout the day with thunderstorms developing late. Expect a high of 78 degrees and a low of 65. Friday: Thunderstorms are likely, as temperatures peak at 80 degrees during the day and drop to 65 at night. Saturday: Scattered thunderstorms are possible with highs around 79 degrees, cooling to 58 in the evening. Stay safe and enjoy your week!