It is a muggy, overcast Tuesday morning in Austin, with temperatures around 74°F, dew points in the mid 70s, and a low cloud deck trimming visibility for early commuters. Scattered showers and a few thunderstorms could bubble up through the morning, and any heavier pocket of rain may briefly slow the drive. Afternoon highs should only make it into the upper 80s today before a hotter, drier pattern muscles in by midweek.
What To Expect Today
A Flood Watch is still in effect for parts of South Central Texas through Tuesday evening, June 16, 2026, as a plume of deep tropical moisture crawls eastward. Forecasters are putting rain chances near 40 to 50 percent for the Austin area today, and any storm that taps into that moisture can dump very heavy rain in a short time. For the full watch area and the latest products, check the National Weather Service Austin/San Antonio.
Midweek Heat Spike
Most of the rain should clear out by Wednesday, June 17, 2026, which will open the door for a warmup. Expect highs near 93°F, with heat index values potentially pushing up to 106°F. Thursday, June 18, 2026, looks even hotter, with highs near 97°F and south winds gusting up to 20 mph. Forecasters add that if the tropical moisture hangs around, heat indices could climb into the 110 to 115°F range later in the week. If you do not have reliable air conditioning, the City of Austin maintains cooling centers and other heat safety resources.
Planning And Safety
Soggy ground from recent rain means even brief, intense downpours can trigger quick ponding and flash flooding, especially at low water crossings. Turn around instead of trying to drive through standing water. Try to schedule outdoor work for the coolest hours of the day, stay hydrated, and keep an ear out for local alerts for any flash flood warnings. This report will be updated if watches or warnings change, so check the forecast before heading out and plan accordingly.
