Austin, Texas – Gusty winds up to 30 mph and near 90-degree heat are already building across Central Texas today, setting the stage for storms that could impact the Thursday morning commute.
According to the National Weather Service in Austin/San Antonio, south-southeast winds will continue through the afternoon with gusts between 25 and 30 mph, especially along the I-35 corridor from Austin to San Antonio. High temperatures are expected to reach the upper 80s to low 90s, including 90 in San Antonio and near 89 in Austin, with only a slight chance of stray showers near Highway 77.
Storm chances increase sharply by early Thursday, with rain probabilities climbing to 60% in Austin and up to 75% in San Antonio and surrounding communities. Roads including I-35, Loop 410, and Highway 281 could see reduced visibility and slick conditions during heavier downpours, especially during the morning drive.
Cities like New Braunfels, San Marcos, and Georgetown should prepare for periods of rain and possible thunderstorms, with the highest coverage expected through Thursday morning into early afternoon.
Conditions trend cooler into the weekend, with highs dropping into the 60s by Sunday and Monday. Additional rounds of rain remain possible through Easter weekend, and more advisories could follow as storm timing becomes clearer.
Five Day Forecast for Austin, Texas
Thursday: High 84°, 60% chance of rain
Friday: High 88°, 20% chance of rain
Saturday: High 76°, 75% chance of rain
Sunday: High 66°, 40% chance of rain
Monday: High 68°, 15% chance of rain
