Austin Faces Chilly Showers Today, Sunny Weekend Ahead

UPDATE: Austin residents are bracing for a chilly start to the week with a 20 percent chance of rain today, as confirmed by the National Weather Service. Expect cloudy skies and temperatures hovering around 50 degrees this morning, with light winds from the north northeast at about 5 mph.

The rain is anticipated primarily before noon, but conditions will gradually improve as night approaches. Temperatures will drop to a low of around 36 degrees tonight, setting the stage for a more pleasant Tuesday.

Tomorrow, Austin is forecast to enjoy a sunny day with temperatures rising to a high near 58 degrees. However, Wednesday brings a shift back to mostly cloudy conditions, with highs reaching the mid-60s. A gentle southward wind will pick up, and residents should prepare for a 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms late at night, between midnight and 3 AM.

As we head into Thursday, rain chances escalate to 50 percent, with expected thunderstorms amid cloudy skies and a high near 54 degrees. According to the NWS, north winds could gust up to 20 mph during this time. Thursday night will see a 40 percent likelihood of showers, with lows around 41 degrees.

Looking ahead to Friday, the chance of morning showers drops to 20 percent, allowing for mostly cloudy skies throughout the day and highs in the upper 50s. By the weekend, however, relief is on the way! Saturday is expected to be mostly sunny with highs in the upper 60s, followed by another beautiful day on Sunday, with temperatures peaking in the low 70s.

Residents are encouraged to stay tuned for further updates as the weather develops, especially for those with outdoor plans. This week’s weather swings highlight the unpredictable nature of Austin’s climate, making it essential for locals to stay informed.