February in Austin is acting more like late April. Clear skies and a cool sunrise around 55°F are giving way to a quick warm-up, with afternoon highs expected to top out near 82°F today (Saturday, Feb. 7). Light winds and low humidity will keep things feeling like an early taste of spring, well above normal for this time of year.
Afternoon And Weekend Outlook
For the rest of the day, look for plenty of sun, a high near 82°F, and a gentle east-northeast breeze around 0–5 mph. Tonight, temperatures slide back into the low 50s. No watches or warnings are posted across the region, according to the National Weather Service Austin/San Antonio, and forecasters expect this warm pattern to hang on through much of next week.
Rain Chances Monday Night Into Tuesday
A weak upper-level disturbance may nudge in late Monday night, bringing only a slight chance of showers at first. The better shot at light rain arrives Tuesday, when odds climb to around 50 percent. Coverage from the San Antonio Express-News notes that forecast models are still waffling on timing, so most outdoor plans through the weekend look safe. Any showers that do show up are expected to be brief and scattered, not an all-day soaker.
What To Know For Today
Plan on layers this morning and keep the sunscreen close by this afternoon, since highs will feel downright springlike. Light winds mean easy conditions for patios, walks, and errands, and if you are out after dark, expect readings to fall back toward 50°F. If you are west of the Edwards Plateau or along the Rio Grande, forecasters have flagged elevated fire-weather concerns there this afternoon, so skip outdoor burning.
