Austin, TX – South-Central Texas residents should prepare for another stretch of hot and mostly dry weather this week, according to the National Weather Service (NWS) Austin-San Antonio office.
Forecasters report that high temperatures will remain in the low to mid-90s across the region, including major cities such as Austin, San Antonio, Del Rio, and San Marcos. The extended heat is expected to last through at least Sunday, September 21, with only limited relief in sight.
According to the NWS, most of the week will feature mainly dry conditions. Rain chances will stay very low, generally under 15 percent for most locations from Monday through Wednesday. The best opportunity for showers comes late in the week, with a slight chance on Thursday, September 18, and Friday, September 19. Even then, meteorologists caution that rainfall is not guaranteed and any showers would likely be brief.
Communities from the Hill Country to the I-35 corridor can expect similar conditions. Daily highs will push into the 90s, with areas like Del Rio and San Antonio reaching mid-90s on multiple days. Slightly cooler readings may appear in the Hill Country, but still well above seasonal averages.
The persistence of hot, dry weather raises concerns for outdoor activities and local water resources. Residents are urged to stay hydrated, limit time outdoors during peak afternoon hours, and monitor vulnerable groups such as children, seniors, and pets.
Looking ahead, the NWS says the longer-term outlook shows continued warmth into late September. A stronger cold front would be needed to bring widespread rainfall or cooler temperatures, but no such system is forecast at this time.
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