Austin Forecast: Saturday to Bring Rain, Gusty Winds, and Thunderstorms
The current weather conditions in Central Texas reveal a significant shift as the weekend approaches. Austin is expected to experience rain, gusty winds, and thunderstorms on Saturday, contributing to an already warm November. This month currently ranks as the second-warmest on record.
Austin Weather Forecast: Rain and Thunderstorms Expected on Saturday
As of now, November’s average temperature stands at 67.9 degrees, closely trailing behind the 1927 record of 68.2 degrees. A cold front is predicted to arrive Saturday night, signaling a transition to much cooler temperatures on Sunday.
Saturday’s Conditions
- Forecast: Increased cloud cover and rainfall.
- Temperatures: Expected to reach the 70s.
- Winds: Breezy conditions with gusts up to 25 mph.
The National Weather Service reports that a disturbance is currently passing through Texas, bringing the likelihood of showers, particularly in areas east of Interstate 35. The forecast indicates a break in rain during the midday, followed by more substantial thunderstorms later in the day.
Severe Weather Alerts
The Storm Prediction Center has issued a Marginal Risk for severe thunderstorms in Central and East Texas on Saturday. This warning indicates a level one risk of severe weather. Additionally, there is a Slight Risk for flash flooding in areas east of Austin.
- Risk Levels:
- Marginal Risk (Level 1 of 5) for thunderstorms
- Slight Risk (Level 1 of 4) for flash floods
Upcoming Cool Down
Sunday will bring a notable drop in temperatures, dipping into the 30s in the morning. North winds are expected to blow at speeds between 10 and 20 mph, with gusts reaching up to 35 mph, resulting in a wind chill that feels even colder.
- Sunday’s Forecast:
- Morning temperatures in the 30s
- Afternoon highs in the 40s and 50s
- Cloudy skies with lingering rain possible on Monday and Tuesday
As November typically averages around three inches of rainfall, Austin has only recorded slightly more than half an inch so far this month. This rainfall is crucial, particularly as Travis County continues to face moderate to severe drought conditions.
