After a stretch of cooler-than-normal days, Central Texas is gradually warming back up—and the forecast is serving up a classic late-summer mix of sunshine, heat, and a few atmospheric surprises.

This afternoon, a few isolated showers and thunderstorms may pop up near and east of I-35, but most areas will stay dry under partly cloudy skies. Highs will reach into the upper 80s and lower 90s, with light winds shifting northerly at 5 to 10 mph. KNCT meteorologist Bill Hecke notes, “We’re kicking off the morning with mostly clear skies, though a few spots may see some patchy fog early on. As the day unfolds, expect a mix of sun and clouds with highs climbing into the upper 80s to low 90s.”

📍 Austin/San Antonio Outlook For folks in the Austin/San Antonio corridor, expect mostly sunny skies and temperatures within a degree or two of early September averages. Highs will range from the upper 80s and lower 90s in the Hill Country to the upper 90s along the Rio Grande. North to northeast winds will prevail at 5 to 10 mph, keeping conditions pleasant and steady through midweek.

🔥 Heat Returns Late Week Following this brief reprieve, summertime heat will return in full force by Thursday and Friday, with highs climbing into the mid to upper 90s. Rain chances will remain low during this stretch, offering a dry window for outdoor plans and school activities.

🌧️ Weekend Watch: Tropical Moisture & Cold Front Looking ahead to the weekend, a cold front combined with incoming tropical moisture may increase the chances for showers and storms across the region. While exact locations and rainfall amounts remain uncertain, the setup could bring localized downpours and a shift in temperatures. Stay tuned to KNCT and check MyKNCT.com for updates as the forecast evolves.

🌎 National Snapshot The National Weather Service highlights unsettled weather from Florida to southern Texas, with deep moisture along a stalled front fueling scattered thunderstorms and potential flash flooding. Meanwhile, a strong cold front sweeping across the northern Plains and Midwest will usher in a notably colder airmass, dropping highs into the 50s and 60s—15 to 25 degrees below seasonal norms. Out west, the Pacific Northwest braces for a record-challenging heat wave, with highs potentially exceeding 100 degrees.

🎧 Stay Connected For hourly updates and on-demand forecasts, tune in to KNCT 91.3 FM or visit MyKNCT.com. Whether you’re planning a weekend outing or just watching the skies, we’ve got you covered—rain or shine.