Austin is starting Wednesday mostly clear, warm and muggy, with temperatures near 79 degrees before the real furnace switch flips on. The city is headed for a high around 101 degrees, and the heat index could reach 106 as mostly sunny skies dominate the afternoon. No rain is expected to provide much relief.
Afternoon Heat Peaks Near 101
On Wednesday, August 12, south winds will run around 5 to 10 mph, with gusts reaching up to 20 mph. The National Weather Service says the Austin area can expect another hot, mostly dry day, with the most intense heat building through the afternoon.
Triple-Digit Forecast Holds Through The Weekend
Thursday should look much the same, with a high near 101, a heat index as high as 106 and no meaningful rain chance. Friday and Saturday will remain mostly sunny, with highs around 100, while Sunday could climb back to 101.
The stretch continues into early next week, with sunny skies and highs near 102 on Monday and Tuesday. Overnight lows will offer only limited relief, staying in the upper 70s, while the National Weather Service expects the broader hot-and-dry pattern to persist.
Plan Around The Heat
With afternoon temperatures and heat-index values reaching dangerous levels, residents should limit strenuous outdoor activity during the hottest part of the day, drink water regularly and take breaks in air conditioning or shade. Check on older adults, children and pets, and never leave anyone in a parked vehicle. As of Wednesday morning, no watches, warnings or advisories were listed for the area.
