Austin started Sunday, July 5, under a blanket of muggy, partly cloudy air, with the official temperature near 78°F and dewpoints parked in the mid 70s, so it already feels thick outside. Afternoon sunshine will crank those readings into the upper 90s, and even after dark, it will stay warm, offering little real overnight relief.
According to the National Weather Service Austin/San Antonio, today’s highs are expected to reach near 98°F, with heat index values topping out around 103°F. Rain chances are barely on the map at about 4%, and light south winds around 0 to 5 mph will do more nudging than cooling. There are no watches or warnings in effect at this time.
Monday Storms Mostly For Hill Country
On Monday, July 6, a stalled front combined with outflow from storms over north Texas could spark a few storms in the afternoon and evening. Coverage should stay spotty, and where storms do pop up, the main concerns will be brief heavy downpours and gusty winds. Outside of those isolated cells, the upper-level ridge builds back in by midweek, sending temperatures toward 99°F on Wednesday and Thursday and keeping the metro locked in a hot, mostly dry pattern through the workweek.
Where To Cool Off
The most dangerous heat will settle in during the midday and afternoon window, roughly 1 to 6 p.m. That is the time to push off strenuous outdoor work, keep water handy, and check in on older neighbors or anyone with medical conditions who might struggle in the heat. The City of Austin operates cooling centers and provides heat safety guidance, with locations and tips available from the City of Austin.
There are no advisories posted right now, but this pattern is expected to keep afternoon highs near 98 to 99°F through Friday with only isolated chances for storms. If you have outdoor plans later this week or next weekend, including Saturday, July 11, keep an eye on updated forecasts in case the timing shifts.
