Austin wakes up cool but clear on Thursday, February 12, with early morning temps hovering near 50°F. Sunshine takes over from there, sending readings into the low 80s this afternoon with a forecast high around 81°F and a light southeast breeze. It is a warm mid February setup across the metro and a solid opportunity to get outside before the weekend turns soggy.
What To Expect This Week
Temperatures hold in the low 80s Thursday and Friday, with mild overnights in the upper 50s to low 60s and generally light south to southeast winds. The pattern flips on Saturday, February 14, when showers are likely before 9 a.m., followed by more widespread showers and thunderstorms as the day wears on. The forecast keeps a high near 79°F with a 100 percent chance of rain. Storms may kick up gusts to around 25 mph and drop locally heavy downpours. Most of the metro is only expected to pick up a few tenths of an inch, although totals will vary from place to place. For the latest timing and specifics, check the National Weather Service Austin/San Antonio.
Plan Ahead
Got outdoor plans on Saturday? Have a rain backup ready and lock down any loose patio furniture by Friday night. A brief round of showers Friday night could sneak in ahead of the main batch on Saturday. For today, the morning drive looks fine overall, although patchy fog is possible near and east of I-35 early Thursday, so give yourself a little extra time if you are heading to the airport. For more context on the warm spell unfolding this week, revisit our look at Austin’s February sizzle.
