Austin locals can anticipate a cool start to their Saturday that will cascade into a wet, and potentially hazardous weather week. Morning temperatures on Saturday were expected to sink into the low 30s, with the rest of the day slightly warming up to a high of 45, deemed below the city's average. The day's sunshine is projected to submit to clouds, setting the stage for a Sunday soliloquy of rain which could extend into multiple days, according to KVUE.
Today will remain cool and dry before a disturbed weather pattern likely brings multiple rounds of widespread rainfall through mid-week. Heavy rainfall still looks possible for areas along and east of the I-35 corridor, mainly from late Sunday into Monday afternoon. #txwx pic.twitter.com/EpINFQr26g
— NWS Austin/San Antonio (@NWSSanAntonio) January 20, 2024
The outlook for the week, as echoed by forecasts inclusive of the National Weather Service, posits a consistent thread of precipitation with Sunday night expecting a hundred percent chance for showers and possible thunderstorms after 3 AM. "Some of the storms could produce heavy rainfall," adding weight to a blanket of humidity over the city. By Monday, showers and a possible thunderstorm are likely, with temperatures cresting to 63 degrees, as reported by the National weather Service.
The city's residents should prepare for a continued streak of dreary conditions through the week as the National Weather Service has alerted for marginal to slight risks of heavy rainfall, particularly concerns stretching from Sunday night into Monday. These advisories come alongside predictions for cumulative rainfall potentially reaching 2 to 5 inches, specifically along and east of Interstate 35, as noted by KVUE.
While flooding is a concern, temperatures are expected to trend upward. Starting Monday, highs in the 60s are predicted to offer a slight respite from the chill. Despite the warmer turn, rain chances persist through Tuesday, and Wednesday—upping the ante for additional flooding, especially east of I-35. Thursday and Friday's forecast hints at "more isolated" and lighter showers around the region, as mentioned by KVUE.
Austin's residents are urged to keep abreast of weather updates as this moist narrative unravels. For the latest forecasts and severe weather risks, locals may refer to the KVUE News app or stay connected via their social media channels.
