Austin residents can expect a stormy weekend ahead, as forecasts predict continued rain and potential severe weather. Today's weather in Austin includes a high likelihood of showers and thunderstorms, with a 90% chance of precipitation and new rainfall amounts of up to half an inch possible, according to the National Weather Service.
Showers/storms will develop today. A few storms could become strong to severe, especially for central and southern portions of the region. Not every location will see rain during the day, but another round is expected tonight. Large hail, damaging winds, minor flooding possible. pic.twitter.com/61q25FVFET
— NWS Austin/San Antonio (@NWSSanAntonio) March 16, 2024
Despite the passage of a cold front that has mitigated the threat of severe storms overnight, periods of heavy rain are still expected. "There will be dry periods this weekend, but also occasional waves of rain and some thunderstorms," as per KXAN. Dry spells this weekend promise a short respite, but the most widespread rain is forecast to sweep across the area starting late Saturday night through Sunday morning.
As nighttime approaches, the chance of precipitation drops to 70%, but Austin is still in for a wet evening with potential rainfall amounts between three-quarters and one inch. Sunday continues the trend with a 60% chance of showers and thunderstorms, particularly before the afternoon, and patchy fog is also expected, as reported by the National Weather Service.
The severe weather threat over the weekend is accompanied by concerns over large hail primarily, with damaging winds and isolated tornadoes following close behind in potential risks. KXAN's report also stated a low flash flood threat. After causing havoc, the weather for Monday is predicted to be partly sunny with highs near 66 and gusts of wind reaching up to 25 mph.
Looking ahead into the week, Austin's weather oscillates between cloudy and sunny days, with temperatures ranging from the low 60s to the low 80s. A slight chance of rain remains through mid-week, but by Friday, the sun is expected to make a consistent appearance with a high near 82 degrees.
