Texas – A quiet chill hangs over Austin this morning as early risers see clear skies and temps in the upper 30s. Cars glisten with dew, and a thin fog ribbon curls along the Colorado River — a calm start before showers push back into Central Texas later this week.
Meteorologists at the National Weather Service in Austin/San Antonio say Tuesday stays sunny and mild, with highs climbing into the upper 50s before warming further midweek. But by Thursday, moisture surges north, bringing a 50% chance of showers and a few heavier pockets of rain through Thursday night into early Friday.
While no severe weather is expected, wet roads and breezy north winds could make for slick commutes along I-35 and Highway 290, especially during the evening rush. Rain chances taper Friday morning as cooler, drier air filters back in from the north.
The extended outlook shows a bright, mild weekend, with highs returning to the upper 60s by Sunday — perfect for early holiday decorating or Hill Country outings before the next front arrives next week.
Keep light jackets handy and avoid sudden lane changes on damp roads once showers move in. December’s rhythm in Central Texas often swings quickly — warm one afternoon, misty the next — a reminder that winter’s tease has arrived, Austin-style.
