Catch the latest weather updates for the Southern Plains! Join Amy Freeze as she navigates through thunderstorms and warm spells, bringing you all you need to stay prepared.

Meteorologist Amy Freeze delivers an engaging and detailed forecast for the Southern Plains. With a focus on Austin’s changing weather patterns—from thunderstorms to clear skies—this guide provides insights into what each city within the region can expect. Featuring radar updates, temperature changes, and safety tips, stay informed and weather-ready with Amy’s expert advice.
A glance at the regional radar for the Southern Plains today reveals a cascade of weather activities. Starting in the north, Oklahoma City stays mostly dry under partly cloudy skies. Meanwhile, farther to the east, Little Rock is witnessing isolated thunderstorms inching closer while Jackson experiences a broader line of heavier rain and storms, gradually progressing eastward. In Texas, a band of rain stretches from the Dallas area extending southward towards San Antonio, promoting wet conditions. El Paso remains dry for now, but to the south, rain showers are making their way toward Corpus Christi, bringing needed moisture. As we move further up into Kansas City, the weather remains more settled with no significant precipitation, while New Orleans enjoys a break from the rain, remaining clear for most of the day.
For this evening in Austin, anticipate an active weather pattern with thunderstorms likely at 8 PM as temperatures hover around 69 degrees. Gusty southeast winds at 6 mph contribute to the electric atmosphere. By 10 PM, temperatures dip slightly to 67 degrees with rain and southeast winds maintaining at 6 mph. As midnight approaches, expect the rain to persist with temperatures settling at 66 degrees and the southeast breeze calming to 5 mph.
Tonight in the Southern Plains, we’re looking at a significant drop in temperatures. Oklahoma City will chill down to 34 degrees, while Dallas expects a low of 38. In Texas, San Antonio will rest at 42 degrees, and El Paso will see a low of 54. Further north in Midland, temperatures will dip to 56 degrees. Little Rock should expect a cooler night at 37 degrees. .
Highs for the Southern Plains region tomorrow show a mix of seasonable warmth with some above-average readings. In El Paso, expect a pleasant high of 82 degrees. Midland will see a stronger warm-up, reaching 85 degrees. San Antonio is in for a warm day as well, with temperatures hitting 69 degrees. Corpus Christi will experience a high of 72 degrees, while Dallas will be slightly cooler at 77 degrees. Oklahoma City will reach 81 degrees, and Little Rock stands out with a high of 85 degrees.
“Expect a dynamic pattern tomorrow in the Southern Plains. Showers and thunderstorms are forecasted from Oklahoma City to Dallas, with the potential for severe storms, including high winds and hail, especially in central Texas. A cold front will push eastward, intensifying around Little Rock by the afternoon. Rainfall may bring relief to drought-stricken areas but could also lead to localized flooding in low-lying regions. Temperatures will cool down slightly as we progress into the evening hours.”
“The UV index in Austin for Wednesday and Thursday is moderate at 4, with potential burn times of about 35 minutes if the sun peeks through the clouds. ”
For the 7 Day Forecast in Austin: Wednesday: Thunderstorms rolling in with a high of 84 degrees and a low of 63. Thursday: Expect more thunderstorms, cooling down to a high of 68 degrees and a low of 61. Friday: Mostly cloudy skies, reaching a high of 76 degrees and a low of 65. Saturday: Clouds remain, with the temperature climbing to a high of 84 degrees and a low of 68. Sunday: Partly cloudy, the sun peeks through as temperatures reach 86 degrees, dropping to 61 at night. Monday: Mostly clear skies with a high of 77 degrees and a low of 58. Tuesday: Partly cloudy conditions with a high of 83 degrees and a low of 68 to brighten up the day. Stay weather-ready, Austin!