Austin (78701) Daily Weather Forecast

Record High Temperatures Reached In Austin Area

Regional heat records were broken on Friday, with 90 degrees reached at Camp Mabry — higher than previous high of 85 degrees set in 1980.

Warming Trend Ahead For Austin Area After Sleet, Rain, Low Temps

Weekend wintry mix made for hazardous road conditions, but region will warm up this week capped with a high of 73 degrees forecast Thursday.

Winter Weather Advisory Issued For Austin Area (Updated)

Rain, sleet mix results in icy bridges and overpasses, including in Williamson County where ice caused crashes and Interstate 195 closure.

What Was The Coldest Temperature Ever Recorded In Texas?

As temps plunged well below zero degrees in continental U.S., we wondered when the most frigid day was recorded in Lone Star State.

Austin Sees 35-Degree Temperature Change From Day To Night

Don't like the Texas weather? just wait five minutes. Such mercurial weather seen in Austin: 71 degrees on Monday expected to dip to 36.

Flash Flood Watch Issued For Portions Of South Central Texas

Forecasters predict moderate to heavy rainfall through Thursday with the potential for flooding.

Winter Weather Advisory For The Austin Area This Week

TXDOT began treating roads and highways ahead of the temperature drops expected this week.

Wind Advisory Issued For Central Texas Ahead Of 40 MPH Gusts

Advisory in effect until midnight Thursday alerts to driving, fire hazards and safeguarding property. Oh, also: Hill Country could see snow!

Central Texas Region Under Flash Flood Watch

National Weather Service issues alert ahead of Friday, when a 100 percent chance or rain, some heavy, is expected to descend on region.

Morning Fog Will Usher In Unseasonably Warm Friday In Austin

Mother Nature again didn't get the memo, with a high temp even by Texas standards expected. Drivers urged to take precaution driving in fog.

Some Central Texas Cities See Snow In First Freeze Of 2018

Snow in Central Texas?!?! Yes, Virginia, snow flurries fell across parts of the landscape from Austin to Cedar Park, Helotes to San Antonio.

Austin Area Gets Its First First Freeze Warning This Week

The work week began after Veterans Day with cold, rainy conditions and a forecast 32 degrees on Monday dropping to 29 degrees on Tuesday.

Cold, Rainy Days Ahead For Austin Region In Coming Days

Those finding themselves chilly when temps dip to 60s are in for a cold slap in the face from Mother Nature, with lows in 30s and 40s.

Strong Chance Of Rain Could Dampen Halloween In Austin Area

There's a 70 percent chance of thunderstorms mainly after 1 p.m., with a lingering chance of 50 percent by nightfall on Oct. 31.

Mayor Declares Austin Disaster Area After Historic Flooding

As capital city enters its fourth day of a mandated boil-water order, Adler moves to ease the process of securing post-flood financial aid.

Flash Flood Watch For Battered, Already Soaked Austin

100 percent chance of rainfall by Wednesday isn't just overkill, but could prolong boil-water directive. Williamson County also under watch.

Even More Rain Forecast In Austin Area After Recent Heavy Storms

First part of the week will be rainy, but by the weekend clouds are expected to part, ushering in sunny days once more.

Touching Tribute To Musical Icon Emerges Amid Austin Flooding

Someone outfitted statue of Stevie Ray Vaughan with a life vest as he looks out on the rain-swollen banks of Lady Bird Lake.

Officials Poised To Open Mansfield Dam Floodgates As Levels Rise

Meanwhile at Lake Travis, projections indicate water levels could rise up to 25 feet above desired sea levels at normal maximum capacity.

Historic Texas Flooding Fuels Fears Of Catastrophic Dam Failures

LawnStarter researchers show what would happen if Tom Miller Dam and Mansfield Dam failed to hold flood waters to chilling effect.

Travis, Williamson Counties Flash Flood Watch Extended

Low-pressure system above Gulf of Mexico heading to Interstate 35 corridor prompts extension of watch until Friday at 7 p.m.

Travis County Judge Declares Region Disaster Area

Looming threat of additional heavy rain and planned opening of floodgates at area dams, county judge apprises governor of local woes.

Lake Austin Residents Brace For Man-Made Deluge As Dams Open

Lower Colorado River Authority plans additional floodgates openings to relieve overburdened dams, which could itself cause more flooding.

Incoming Heavy Rain Prompts Flood Warnings For Travis, Williamson

Already saturated landscape to get between 1 to 4 inches of additional rain starting as early as late Wednesday, forecasters predict.

Texas Transportation Officials To Assess Storm Damage

Texas Department of Transportation crews poised to remove debris from roads, examine decimated bridge collapsed by water currents.

Flash Flooding Alerts Issued After Heavy Central Texas Rain

Immediate threat around Lake Travis is water runoff as levels continue to rise while in west central Texas, even more rain is likely.

Nature's Fury: Central Texas Rain Leaves Destruction In Its Wake

Gov. Greg Abbott declares 18 counties as disaster areas after powerful, flood-causing overnight storms swept across the region.

Wintry Weather, More Rain Descending In Austin With Temps In 40s

You might have coats/sweaters handy for the kids before sending them off to school as Monday calls for a low of 48 degrees by 10 a.m.

More Rain, Cold Front Coming To Central Texas

Don't put the umbrella away quite yet, as more rain is possible in the next 48 hours with a cold front dipping temps down to 60s.

Storms Lead To Flood Warnings, Rescues Throughout Central Texas

Emergency crews were kept busy early Saturday with rescues, including one involving wedding party of 61 people trapped amid rising water.

Austin Region Flash Flood Watch Extended Until Monday

Rain fell on the region all day Sunday with more expected throughout the week, setting the stage for potential flash flooding in the area.

More Rain For Austin Area This Week After Washed-Out Labor Day

60 percent chance of rainfall for Labor Day materialized big time, with up to three inches dumped in some spots. Rain continues all week.

Old Farmer's Almanac Predicts Mild Texas Winter, NOAA Says No

Who to believe? Iconic guide foresees milder, drier winter in Texas; National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration paints different pic.

Drought Prompts Stage 1 Water Restrictions Throughout Austin

Water utility officials implements guidelines limiting water use, assigning property owners days and times when watering is allowed.

After Weekend Rains, Austin Region Back To Hot And Dry This Week

After much-welcomed rain this weekend helped cool things off, we'll be back to the upper 90s without further precipitation. :(

Saturday Rain Falling On Austin Expected To Linger Through Monday

After weeks of brutal heat with nary a drop of rain, thunderstorms thankfully descended on Austin but literally rained on massive parade.

Not A Typo: 'Cold Front' Headed To Austin Region This Week

Chance of storms could bring temperatures down to more normal summer levels rather than interminable triple-digit heat experienced of late.

Monday's High Temp In Austin Reaches 110 Degrees (Updated)

Triple-digit heat has been a constant for the last 21 days, but Monday topped them all at 110 degrees. Caution is highly urged.

Heat Advisory Issued For Austin Region Amid Triple-Digit Temps

Temperatures exceed 100 degrees for third consecutive day in area, with temperatures as high as 107 degrees possible next week.

It's Baaaack: African Saharan Dust Returns To Texas (Updated)

After its heavy presence in late June, the dust is returning Sunday and expected to hover over Central Texas through the early part of week.