Austin, Texas – South-central Texas is settling back into a typical summer pattern after days of destructive flooding, with warm, humid nights and dry, hot afternoons expected through next week. While rain chances are fading, emergency officials warn that flood dangers have not completely disappeared.
According to the National Weather Service in Austin-San Antonio, overnight lows will remain in the low to middle 70s with increasing cloud cover into early Saturday morning. Most of the region will stay dry, although a brief light shower cannot be ruled out across rural portions of Val Verde County.
High temperatures will climb into the 90s each afternoon through at least next week, with little to no rainfall expected. Cities including Austin, San Antonio, New Braunfels, San Marcos, Georgetown, Del Rio, Kerrville and La Grange are forecast to experience several consecutive days of typical midsummer heat.
Despite the improving weather, officials stress that rivers, creeks and flooded low-water crossings remain dangerous following the recent flooding across the region. Floodwaters can conceal swift currents, debris, damaged roadways, harmful bacteria, downed power lines and other hidden hazards.
Residents are urged to avoid standing water, stay away from swollen waterways and never drive around barricades or through flooded roads. With hotter weather returning, it’s also important to stay hydrated, take breaks from the heat and check on vulnerable neighbors.
The National Weather Service says the dry pattern should continue through next week, but recovery efforts will continue in areas affected by recent flooding. Officials encourage residents to remain cautious around waterways even as skies clear.
