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Rain, storms to drench Austin until Tuesday
Scattered storms and showers forecast in the Austin area through Tuesday, says the National Weather Service.
Published June 20, 2024 at 5:00pm by
Austin Weather: Storms & Heat on the Way
Scattered showers and storms expected through Tuesday, with hotter temperatures next week.
Austin, Texas – The National Weather Service warns of continued wet weather and rising temperatures over the coming days.
Between 7 a.m. Wednesday and 7 a.m. Thursday, rainfall totals ranged from 0.5 to 2 inches as Tropical Storm Alberto reached Central Texas.
The southern parts of South Central Texas, especially the Coastal Plains, will see the brunt of the incoming storms.
A meteorologist with the National Weather Service said:
"Below normal temperatures are expected to rise to seasonally hot going into next week, with heat index readings up to 110."
Forecast Breakdown:
Friday:
- Partly cloudy with a 20% chance of rain.
- Winds: 5-10 mph.
- High: 91°F
- Low: 75°F
- Max Heat Index: 101°F
Saturday:
- Morning clouds, clearing by evening.
- High: 93°F
- Low: 73°F
- Max Heat Index: 101°F
Stay cool, Austin!
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