Catch up on Austin’s weather forecast: From sunny highs of 90°F to breezy evenings at 87°F, know your perfect times to step out or stay in.

This week in Austin presents varied weather scenarios as temperatures occasionally touch the 90s. From partly cloudy to clear skies, the ever-changing conditions ensure something for everyone. Detailed insights into the Southern Plains reveal contrasts with neighboring regions, highlighting a mix of sun, clouds, and potential storms. Stay tuned for daily updates and tips on tackling Austin’s challenging weather. The Southern Plains are fairly quiet with a few areas of attention. Showers are light but persistent near Albuquerque, gradually moving southward. Another pocket of rain is developing south of El Paso, stretching towards Midland with some cloud cover. Areas like Dallas and Little Rock are enjoying clear skies, whereas Corpus Christi is seeing clouds build in, hinting at potential showers.
In Austin this afternoon, temperatures will hover around 90 degrees at 4 PM with a south wind at 11 miles per hour. By 6 PM, expect temperatures to slightly drop to 89 degrees and wind to shift slightly to the south-southeast at 10 miles per hour with mostly cloudy skies. At 8 PM, partly cloudy conditions will continue as temperatures ease down to 87 degrees with the south-southeast wind at 9 miles per hour. Ideal conditions for a warm and breezy evening in the city.
Today’s high temperatures across the Southern Plains are soaring. El Paso leads the pack with a scorching 106 degrees, while Midland isn’t far behind at 95. Dallas will see a high of 95 as well, but San Antonio will enjoy a cooler 92. Over in New Orleans, expect a more moderate day with a high of 89, and Jackson will reach about 91. These temperature contrasts highlight the heat wave gripping the western part of the region while the east experiences slightly milder conditions.
Tonight, Oklahoma City will experience a low of 69 degrees, while Dallas cools down to 73. In Little Rock, expect a mild night with a low of 73 as well. San Antonio will see a low of 77, and further south, Corpus Christi remains warm at 80 degrees.
Tomorrow in El Paso, expect a high of 99 degrees, while Midland will reach a warm 88. San Antonio is sizzling at 95 degrees, and Corpus Christi will hit 92. Dallas is also warm at 90 degrees, whereas Little Rock anticipates a high of 93. Overall, temperatures across the Southern Plains are trending above average, driven by a persistent warm air mass influencing the region.
Expect a dynamic weather pattern across the Southern Plains tomorrow, with a mix of sun and clouds. In Dallas, rain showers will provide much-needed moisture, extending down to Corpus Christi. Oklahoma City is on alert for stronger storms, possibly severe, as an unstable air mass interacts with an advancing cold front. Keep an eye out for severe weather warnings in the southeast as the front progresses through Wednesday night.
The UV index in Austin on Friday will reach an extreme level of 11, with a burn time of only 11 minutes, so protective measures are crucial. For Saturday, the UV index slightly decreases to 10, yet the sun remains intensely strong with a burn time of 12 minutes—stay protected!