Meteorologist Amy Freeze highlights tonight’s clear skies in Austin and details upcoming weather changes across the Southern Plains, including potential storm impacts.

Meteorologist Amy Freeze highlights tonight’s clear skies in Austin and details upcoming weather changes across the Southern Plains, including potential storm impacts.
Across the Southern Plains, the regional radar is relatively calm. There are snow showers occurring in the higher elevations along the southern Colorado border, where winds could gust up to 75 miles per hour in the mountain passes. Meanwhile, in the Oklahoma Panhandle, a few rain showers are making their way through. In the lower Mississippi Delta, rain is developing as a storm system begins to form. Farther east, rain is affecting areas from Jackson toward the northeast, moving towards Atlanta, while the rest of the region enjoys clear skies, particularly around cities like Dallas and San Antonio.
For this evening in Austin, expect clear skies with temperatures starting at 64 degrees by 8 PM, decreasing to 57 degrees at 10 PM, and then 52 degrees by midnight. Winds are calm initially, shifting to a southeast wind at 4 miles per hour, creating a tranquil evening atmosphere.
As we head into tonight, the Southern Plains are bracing for a significant drop in temperatures. Oklahoma City will cool down to 36 degrees, while Dallas will also see a chilly night at 44 degrees. Little Rock is forecasted to plunge to 44 degrees, and in Midland, expect a low of 47 degrees. Heading down to Texas, San Antonio will not be as cold with a low of 56 degrees, while further south in Corpus Christi, it remains notably warmer at 62 degrees. Overall, prepare for a brisk night ahead across the Southern Plains.
High temperatures for the Southern Plains tomorrow are looking warm and above average for many areas. El Paso will reach a pleasant 77 degrees, while Midland will see a notable high of 80 degrees. San Antonio is expected to reach a balmy 83 degrees, and Corpus Christi isn’t far behind at 79 degrees. Dallas will experience slightly cooler conditions with a high of 79 degrees. Oklahoma City will land around 72 degrees, and Little Rock is forecasted for 69 degrees. Overall, these temperatures reflect a nice warm-up as spring firmly establishes itself in the region.
On the futurecast for the Southern Plains, expect a mix of weather conditions tomorrow. Rain showers are set to move through areas from El Paso to San Antonio, offering beneficial rain. Meanwhile, a line of thunderstorms could develop in regions around Oklahoma City and towards Dallas as an active cold front advances eastward. Be on alert for possible severe weather warnings, especially in the southeastern portions encompassing Little Rock and New Orleans, through late Thursday night.
The UV index in Austin will be at a very high level of 8 on both Thursday and Friday, with a burn time of about 17 minutes. It’s important to protect your skin by using sunscreen, wearing a hat, and seeking shade during peak sun hours!
For the 7 Day Outlook in Austin: Thursday: Clear skies with a high of 71 degrees and a low of 41 degrees. Friday: Mostly clear and warming up with temperatures reaching 81 degrees and a low of 55 degrees. Saturday: Partly cloudy with temperatures peaking at 87 degrees and cooling to 66 degrees at night. Sunday: Thunderstorms are expected early, with the high around 87 degrees and the low dipping to 63 degrees. Monday: It’s mostly clear with a high of 88 degrees and a low of 61 degrees. Tuesday: Another mostly clear day with temperatures rising to 92 degrees and a low of 65 degrees. Wednesday: Partly cloudy conditions with a high of 86 degrees and an overnight low of 63 degrees. Enjoy the week ahead!