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San Antonio, TX Weather: 88° Expected by Friday Oct 23
Austin, TX – A significant warming trend is expected across South Central Texas this week, with afternoon temperatures climbing from the 70s into the upper 80s and low 90s by Friday and the weekend, b
By Tessa Morgan · 2026-10-18T20:53:50.256Z
Austin, TX – A significant warming trend is expected across South Central Texas this week, with afternoon temperatures climbing from the 70s into the upper 80s and low 90s by Friday and the weekend, bringing a return of unusually warm conditions for late October.
According to the National Weather Service Austin San Antonio office, clear skies and light winds will provide a cool start to the week before a dry weather pattern allows temperatures to rise steadily across the region.
Cool Monday Morning Before Temperatures Climb Sunday night into Monday morning will bring crisp conditions, with overnight lows generally ranging from the upper 40s to the middle 50s.
Fredericksburg is forecast to fall near 48 degrees, while Austin and San Antonio are expected to reach approximately 54 and 56 degrees, respectively.
Monday afternoon temperatures will rebound into the 70s and lower 80s, with Austin reaching 78 degrees and San Antonio climbing to 77.
The warming trend will accelerate Tuesday and Wednesday as sunshine continues across the region.
Temperatures Near 90 by Friday By Wednesday, Austin is forecast to reach 85 degrees, while San Antonio could climb to 86.
Thursday will bring even warmer conditions, with Austin reaching 88 degrees and San Antonio approaching 87.
Friday could mark one of the warmest days of the week, with Austin reaching 91 degrees, San Antonio hitting 88 and communities including Cuero, Eagle Pass and Uvalde approaching or reaching 90 degrees.
Some locations could remain near 90 through Sunday.
What Residents Should Expect The National Weather Service expects dry conditions to dominate the upcoming week, with no significant rainfall highlighted in the current outlook.
Residents should prepare for substantial differences between cool morning temperatures and increasingly warm afternoons.
Those planning outdoor activities may want to dress in layers early in the week and stay hydrated as afternoon temperatures rise.
Drivers and outdoor workers should also be mindful of the warmer conditions expected later in the week.
Forecast temperatures may change as the weekend approaches.