Austin is waking up cloudy and muggy, with temperatures hovering near 67°F and dew points in the mid-60s that make the air feel downright sticky. Low clouds are keeping things on the cooler side for now, but a warm, moist flow off the Gulf is set to help push showers into the area as the day wears on.
Showers And Storm Timing
A band of light showers may brush the metro early on Saturday, February 14, 2026, before rain activity ramps up. Showers and thunderstorms are expected to become more widespread from late morning through the afternoon. Highs should top out near 74°F, with much of the city looking at about a 90% chance of rain. Spots that get hit by repeated storms could see roughly 0.5 to 0.75 inches of new rainfall.
Marginal Severe Risk And Gusty Winds
Most of South-Central Texas sits under a Marginal risk, or Level 1 of 5, for severe storms. Isolated large hail and damaging wind are the main concerns, especially from the afternoon into the evening. Storms are expected to move quickly, and gusts could reach about 25 mph, so brief but strong winds are more of a concern than any long-duration flooding, according to the National Weather Service Austin/San Antonio.
Fire Weather West Of I-35
Once the front moves through, drier and breezy northwest winds will take over. Forecasters have flagged elevated to near-critical fire weather conditions for areas generally west of I-35 and I-37 on Saturday afternoon and again around midday Sunday. If you live or work west of I-35, secure loose yard debris and stay on top of any local burn restrictions.
Planning And Commute Tips
Expect wet roads for the afternoon commute and be ready for brief drops in visibility when heavier downpours slide through. Give yourself some extra drive time, keep an umbrella within reach, and steer clear of flooded streets. This piece updates our earlier Hoodline coverage of the thick Austin fog from Friday with fresh severe-weather timing and fire-weather details.
