Austin woke Tuesday to thunderstorms and rain, but the soggy start should be short-lived. Showers and storms are expected to taper off before noon, with sunshine taking over and afternoon temperatures climbing to about 78 degrees.
The National Weather Service Austin-San Antonio office says a cold front is moving through Central Texas this morning, with a few strong storms possible, especially along and north or west of I-35, though the better severe threat is farther north. Damaging winds and large hail are the primary concerns where stronger storms develop, while no watches, warnings or advisories are currently posted. The shift follows the overnight storm setup Hoodline reported Sunday.
Rain Clears Before The Afternoon Commute
Tuesday morning commuters could still run into wet roads, reduced visibility and a few lingering showers. By midday, skies should turn mostly sunny as northwest winds increase to 5 to 10 mph, with gusts reaching 20 mph.
A Fall-Like Turn Arrives Tuesday Night
Clear skies arrive Tuesday night, sending Austin temperatures down to around 55 degrees. Wednesday looks sunny and mild, with a high near 77 and much lower humidity than the muggy conditions that preceded the front, according to the National Weather Service.
Thursday Through Saturday
Thursday looks mostly sunny, with temperatures in the upper 70s. Friday should be mostly sunny and in the upper 70s, while Saturday brings a small shower chance.
