Expect a sunny start with clear skies in Austin and across the Southern Plains, with a cold front bringing potential storms and cooling temperatures.

Good morning, Southern Plains! Meteorologist Amy Freeze here with all you need to know about tomorrow’s weather. An overview of clear skies and pleasant temperatures will give way to a strong cold front. Expect higher temperatures during the day but prepare for potential severe thunderstorms by the afternoon. Your full guide to staying safe and making the most of the weather conditions is right here, with detailed updates from cities across the region.
On the Regional Radar, clear skies dominate most of the Southern Plains, providing a sunny outlook from Oklahoma City to Dallas and further south towards San Antonio. A patch of rain is seen approaching the El Paso area, moving eastward. Albuquerque is experiencing isolated showers, with clouds possibly extending into Midland. Further east, there are no immediate signs of precipitation, keeping Little Rock and New Orleans dry for now.
Tomorrow morning in Austin kicks off at 66 degrees with mostly cloudy skies and winds from the northeast at 8 miles per hour. By 10 AM, temperatures rise to 68 degrees, with winds increasing slightly to 9 miles per hour from the northeast.
High temperatures for tomorrow in the Southern Plains are expected to be above average, bringing warm conditions to the region. El Paso is forecasted to reach a high of 84 degrees, while Midland could see 77 degrees. San Antonio is looking at a warm afternoon with temperatures hitting 86 degrees, and Corpus Christi is expected to reach 82 degrees. Dallas will be slightly cooler at 79 degrees, while Oklahoma City experiences spring-like weather with a high of 72 degrees.
A strong cold front is pushing through the Southern Plains, initiating showers and thunderstorms from Dallas to Little Rock tomorrow. Oklahoma City could encounter severe thunderstorms, with the potential for damaging winds and hail, especially during the afternoon. Rainfall offers some drought relief, particularly from Corpus Christi to San Antonio, but heavy downpours could lead to localized flooding concerns. As the front progresses eastward, be mindful of severe weather alerts, especially in northeastern Texas and Arkansas.
The UV index in Austin will soar to a very high level of 9 on both Monday and Tuesday, with a burn time of just 15 minutes under direct sunlight. It’s essential to use broad-spectrum sunscreen, wear hats, and seek shade during midday hours to protect your skin.
Tuesday: Mostly cloudy skies with temperatures reaching a high of 82 degrees and a low near 61. Wednesday: Partly cloudy conditions with a high of 86 degrees and a low of 65. Thursday: Partly cloudy again, warming up with a high of 88 degrees and a low of 68. Friday: Expect partly cloudy skies and warmer temperatures, with a high of 89 degrees and a low of 70. Saturday: The clouds roll in with a high of 86 degrees and a low of 68. Sunday: Scattered thunderstorms are possible, with a daytime high of 82 degrees and an overnight low of 63. Monday: Showers are expected late in the day, with a high reaching 92 degrees and a low of 63.