Meteorologist Amy Freeze brings you the latest weather forecast for the Southern Plains. Catch all the details from sunny days to potential stormy conditions.

Explore a detailed update on the Southern Plains’ weather, as Amy Freeze guides you through the current and upcoming conditions. Expect a mix of clear skies and storm alerts with temperatures varying widely across the region. From Austin’s evening calm to Dallas’s anticipated showers and potential severe weather in Oklahoma City, stay informed with your comprehensive guide to navigating the regional weather.
In the Southern Plains, we’re seeing quite the weather show today! On the radar, storm systems are pushing through the southern parts of Louisiana and Mississippi. New Orleans is seeing heavy rain and possibly some thunder. Meanwhile, Jackson is wrapped in a band of moderate precipitation moving eastward, heading closer to the Alabama border. For regions a bit farther north, skies clear as we get into Arkansas, including Little Rock, which is enjoying nice, fair weather. Rolling over to Texas, cities like Dallas and San Antonio are having a dry spell under mostly clear conditions. Meanwhile, El Paso and further west towards Midland are also keeping things dry, with no significant precipitation showing up on the radar. Across the Southern Plains, snowfall is absent, leaving areas like Oklahoma City and further north to Kansas City under clear skies today. It’s a calm forecast for the plains, perfect for getting out and about.
For this evening in Austin, expect clear skies with temperatures gradually cooling down from 71 degrees at 8 PM to 62 degrees by midnight. Winds will be light, shifting from a northeast breeze at 4 miles per hour to calm conditions as the night progresses. A peaceful evening perfect for a relaxing outdoor stroll or enjoying the night sky.
Tonight, the Southern Plains will see a significant drop in temperatures as a cold front moves through. In Amarillo, expect a low of 35 degrees, while Lubbock will dip to 37. In Oklahoma City, temperatures will fall to 40 degrees. The capital, Austin, has an anticipated low of 48. San Antonio will stay slightly warmer at 52 degrees, while in Dallas, residents should prepare for a chilly 44 degrees. Farther south in Corpus Christi, the temperature will settle around 60. Overall, it’s a brisk night ahead with notable chills across the region.
High temperatures for the Southern Plains tomorrow are looking quite favorable. In El Paso, expect a warm high of 82 degrees. Midland is set to soar to a sizzling 90 degrees, making it one of the hottest spots in the region. In San Antonio, the temperature will rise to 84 degrees, while Corpus Christi will see a pleasant high of 82 degrees. Moving northeast, Dallas is forecasted to reach 78 degrees, which is right on the seasonal mark. Little Rock also mirrors this with a high of 77 degrees. Kansas City, however, will be cooler at 65 degrees, reflecting a more moderate air mass. Overall, most areas are experiencing above-average temperatures, with warm winds flowing in from the southwest, contributing to this unseasonably warm forecast.
The Southern Plains are gearing up for a dynamic weather day tomorrow. We can expect widespread rain showers extending from Dallas to Corpus Christi, bringing beneficial rainfall. Oklahoma City, however, needs to brace for potentially stronger storms, as a cold front sweeps through, creating the right conditions for severe weather. The chance for severe weather elevates farther south and east across the southern regions, including Texas and parts of the Gulf Coast. The atmospheric instability and frontal passage can lead to localized flooding, especially with intense downpours. By Wednesday night, stay prepared for any severe weather alerts across the region as the system progresses.
The UV index in Austin today, Monday, will reach a high of 8, indicating very high sun exposure. Be cautious, as you could experience a burn in just 17 minutes. Tomorrow, Tuesday, expect the UV index to moderate to a level of 5 due to increased cloud cover, which extends burn time to 27 minutes. Remember to stay sun-safe by applying sunscreen and wearing protective clothing!
Monday: Mostly clear skies with a high of 76 degrees and a low of 57. Tuesday: Mostly cloudy and warming up with a high of 81 degrees, lows around 71. Wednesday: Cloudy conditions dominate, reaching a high of 86 degrees and a low of 71. Thursday: Thunderstorms are expected later in the day with temperatures peaking at 82 degrees, dropping to 70 overnight. Friday: More thunderstorms on the horizon with a high of 84 degrees and a low of 64. Saturday: Partly cloudy skies return with cooler temperatures, a high of 73 degrees, and a low of 46. Sunday: Partly cloudy with temperatures nudging down further, reaching a high of 64 degrees and a low of 44. Hope that helps! Stay safe!