Get ready for a sunny start in Austin tomorrow with a temperature peak at 67°F by 10 AM, but don’t put your coats away yet! A cold front is sweeping in, bringing potential storms and a significant drop in temperature. Click here for detailed insights: https://amyfreeze.ai/austin-weather-guide-amy-freeze

Good morning, Austin! Meteorologist Amy Freeze here, bringing you a detailed forecast for the upcoming week in Austin and the Southern Plains. Start your day with clear skies and a pleasant 61°F at 8 AM, climbing to 67°F. But hold onto your hats! A cold front will bring a dramatic shift. Expect lower temperatures, possible storms, and essential tips on how to stay safe during these weather shifts. Don’t miss out on daily updates and safety tips, check out the full guide here: https://amyfreeze.ai/austin-weather-guide-amy-freeze
A look at the radar over the Southern Plains reveals mostly clear conditions across the region. However, in southeastern Kansas, near Kansas City, there are a few isolated showers making their presence known. Oklahoma City enjoys a rain-free afternoon, while farther east, Little Rock remains under mostly clear skies with minimal precipitation. Dallas, San Antonio, and El Paso are all under sunny spells for the day with nothing notable in terms of cloud cover moving over those areas. To the southeast, in New Orleans, conditions are dry as well, with no current precipitation. Clouds increase slightly as you move toward the northeast into the Little Rock area, but nothing of significance is impacting the weather there. The Gulf Coast, including Corpus Christi, is enjoying sunny weather with clear skies prevailing across that part of Texas. In Albuquerque, skies are clear, contributing to a pleasant weather day throughout New Mexico.
In Austin, tomorrow morning will start with clear skies and temperatures around 61 degrees at 8 AM. Expect the thermometer to rise to 67 degrees by 10 AM as the sun shines brightly. Winds from the northeast are light at about 4 miles per hour, gradually shifting to east-northeast at 7 miles per hour.
Highs for the Southern Plains tomorrow are trending notably above average due to a warm air mass moving in. In El Paso, expect a high of 93 degrees, while Midland will reach up to a sizzling 89 degrees. San Antonio is set for a warm 92-degree afternoon. Temperatures in Corpus Christi will climb to 83 degrees, and in Dallas, the high will be around 81 degrees. Oklahoma City should see a pleasant 78 degrees by late afternoon.
A cold front will sweep across the Southern Plains tomorrow, bringing significant weather changes. Dallas to Corpus Christi will see scattered rain showers throughout the day, with heavier precipitation potential by late afternoon. Oklahoma City should prepare for the possibility of severe weather, including storms with high winds and hail. As the frontal boundary advances, these conditions will transit into Little Rock and Jackson by evening, raising the risk for severe thunderstorms. After the frontal passage, expect temperatures to drop notably, bringing more mild conditions to El Paso and Midland by late Friday. Stay informed for severe weather alerts, especially in areas under the SPC Severe Weather Outlook.
The UV index in Austin will be extremely high, reaching a value of 9 today and tomorrow. Sun exposure can lead to a burn in just 15 minutes! It’s crucial to apply a high SPF sunscreen, seek shade during peak sunlight hours, and wear hats and sunglasses to protect yourself.
For the 7-day forecast in Austin: Friday: Clear skies all day with a high of 87 degrees and a low of 56. Saturday: Sunshine continues, warming up to 90 degrees, cooling to 61 at night. Sunday: Another sunny day, with the temperature reaching 94 degrees and dropping to 64 overnight. Monday: Clear conditions persist, expect temperatures to peak at 93 degrees and a low of 60. Tuesday: Partly cloudy skies, with a high around 87 degrees and a low of 61. Wednesday: Mostly clear with the mercury hitting 89 degrees, dipping to 65 during the night. Thursday: Continuing with mostly clear skies, experiencing a high of 94 degrees and a nighttime low of 67 degrees. Enjoy the sunshine! Stay safe!