Austin, Texas: Central Texas is facing a wet and chilly weekend as thunderstorms move across the region, bringing periods of heavy rainfall, gusty winds and a noticeable drop in temperatures. Austin residents should prepare for changing weather conditions throughout Sunday.
According to FOX 7 Austin meteorologist Adaleigh Rowe, Saturday remained mostly windy and cool, but rain chances increased during the evening. The strongest weather activity was expected to develop across Central Texas on Sunday morning.
The latest Austin weather forecast indicates that thunderstorms could bring locally heavy rainfall to several communities. Although the overall threat of severe weather remains relatively low, isolated stronger storms cannot be completely ruled out.
The National Weather Service’s Austin-San Antonio office has warned that a few strong thunderstorms are possible along and east of Interstate 35 through Sunday morning and into the early afternoon.
Some areas could also experience localized flooding, particularly where heavy rainfall affects streets and locations with poor drainage. Residents should remain cautious while driving through waterlogged roads and avoid crossing flooded streets.
Rain is expected to gradually move eastward by Sunday afternoon as the weather system passes through the region. However, cloudy skies and cooler conditions are likely to continue across the Austin metropolitan area.
Temperatures are also expected to fall as colder air moves south from the north. Sunday’s daytime temperatures will remain considerably cooler, with highs generally staying in the 50s across areas experiencing persistent cloud cover and rain.
The overnight temperature is forecast to drop into the 40s by Sunday night, bringing a chilly start to the new week. Monday is expected to remain mostly cloudy, with temperatures struggling to reach the mid-50s.
The changing conditions could affect outdoor activities and travel across Central Texas. Drivers should allow additional travel time during periods of heavy rain, while residents in flood-prone areas should monitor local weather alerts.
The National Weather Service expects cooler-than-normal temperatures to continue into the middle of the week. More seasonable conditions and lower daily rain chances are forecast to return later in the week.
