Austin residents can look forward to sunny skies and warm temperatures this week, according to the latest weather forecast. Today's high is expected to be near 93 degrees with northeast winds at 10 mph, gusting up to 20 mph. The evening promises partly cloudy conditions, with the mercury dipping to around 71.
The sunny trend is set to continue through Thursday with an anticipated high of 93 degrees. The National Weather Service notes that the northeast wind will remain steady at 5 to 10 mph. Thursday night's forecast suggests that the sky will stay mostly clear, providing a cool down to about 66 degrees, with calm winds setting in later in the evening.
Friday maintains the pattern of sunshine and warm temperatures, reaching near 91 degrees. The evening is expected to gift us a clear night and a low of 62, comparably cooler and welcome after the heat of the day. The weekend kicks off with more sun on Saturday, as highs near 92 degrees are forecast, with winds remaining light and shifting to the southeast.
The fair weather is in no mood to relent, with Sunday continuing the stretch of sun and a high once again near 92. A light south wind will pick up slightly, reaching 5 to 10 mph by the morning. Mostly clear is the night's theme, with a low around 68, lending to a comfortable Columbus Day, which will be sunny with a high near 92.
As Tuesday rolls around, Austin is slated to experience more sun and another high of 92 degrees. While these clear skies and warm temperatures are the norm for Austin, it's a welcome constancy for residents and visitors alike looking to plan their outdoor activities without the worry of sudden weather changes interrupting their plans.
