It is a steamy start across Austin this Wednesday, April 29, with cloudy, muggy skies, temperatures sitting around 77°F, and dew points in the low 70s making the morning commute feel more like early summer than spring. Scattered showers and a few thunderstorms are on track to fire up by mid- to late-morning, with a high near 82°F. Expect slower travel where the heavier showers move through, with standing water in low spots and reduced visibility during downpours.
Midmorning Showers And Storms On The Move
Rain and storms become more likely after 7 a.m. and continue through the afternoon, with about a 50–60% chance of showers and brief heavy downpours. Any stronger cell could drop a quick quarter to a half-inch of rain. A few storms could turn strong, bringing large hail or damaging wind gusts where they organize, but coverage should stay scattered. Forecasters with the National Weather Service continue to monitor how fast the front moves and how much rain it may squeeze out.
Thursday Night Looks Soggy, Especially In Flood-Prone Spots
A second front teaming up with an upper-level disturbance Thursday night into early Friday boosts the odds for heavier, more persistent rain, with the strongest signal for excessive rainfall over the Hill Country, the Southern Edwards Plateau, and the northern I-35 corridor. If you live near creeks, culverts, or low-water crossings, it is a good idea to move vehicles off low ground and avoid driving through any flooded roadway. For local preparedness tips and flood-safety resources, see Austin Emergency Management.
Wind Shift Friday, Then A Cooler, Drier Weekend
Once the system passes, cooler air slips in, with Friday highs only in the mid-60s and northeast winds around 5–10 mph, with gusts up to 30 mph possible. By Friday night, lows dip into the low 50s. The payoff arrives for the weekend, as dry, sunnier weather returns with highs near 70°F on Saturday and a mild warmup on Sunday.
