Austin, TX — Central Texas is set for a warm and sunny weekend as March begins, with highs near 80°F before slight rain chances arrive early next week. Residents can expect calm conditions through Sunday before cloud cover and potential showers move in by Monday night.
According to the National Weather Service, Saturday will be sunny with a high near 81°F and light winds. Saturday night remains partly cloudy, with temperatures cooling to the low 50s. Sunday brings mostly sunny skies with a high near 77°F, but winds will shift southeast at 5-10 mph, with gusts reaching 25 mph.
By Sunday night, there’s a 20% chance of showers before midnight, leading into a cloudier start to the workweek. Monday stays mostly cloudy, with highs near 78°F, while another 20% chance of overnight showers lingers into early Tuesday.
Drivers along I-35 and US-183 should stay alert for potential slick roads if showers develop Monday night into Tuesday morning. While widespread rain isn’t expected, commuters should monitor updates for any changes in the forecast.
Looking ahead, Tuesday and Wednesday bring mostly sunny skies, with highs in the upper 70s and lows dipping into the mid-40s. By Thursday, conditions remain dry, with another pleasant day near 71°F.
Texans can enjoy the warm and dry weekend but should stay aware of shifting conditions by early next week. Keep an eye on updates for possible rain and gusty winds as Monday night approaches.
