Austin, Texas – A round of isolated but potentially severe thunderstorms could strike parts of Central Texas after 4 p.m. Sunday, bringing large hail, damaging winds, and locally heavy rain to areas along and north of the I-35 corridor.
According to the National Weather Service in Austin-San Antonio, the primary risk zone includes the northern Hill Country, northern I-35 corridor—including Georgetown and Round Rock—and the South-Central Coastal Plains. The region has been placed under a Level 2 out of 5 severe weather risk, with the strongest storms expected late this afternoon into the evening hours.
Cities such as Fredericksburg, San Marcos, and New Braunfels may see intense downpours and wind gusts topping 60 mph. Large to very large hail remains a key concern, especially in more isolated storm cells. While tornadoes are not expected, residents should remain weather-aware and have multiple ways to receive alerts.
If you’re planning outdoor activities, consider moving them indoors and charging mobile devices in case of outages. Drivers should avoid flooded low-water crossings, which can quickly become dangerous with heavy rainfall.
Severe thunderstorm potential will taper off late Sunday night, but additional weather updates could be issued if conditions escalate.
