As the calendar inches deeper into September, summer refuses to loosen its grip across Central Texas and much of the nation. Today, skies will gradually cloud over, but the heat remains relentless. Highs are expected to soar into the lower to middle 90s, well above seasonal norms.

KNCT Meteorologist Bill Hecke reports a mild start to the day with partly cloudy skies and a weather front approaching from the west. Morning temperatures hover in the low 70s, accompanied by gentle south winds at 5 to 10 mph, building to 15 mph with gusts up to 20. The afternoon promises a return to the familiar warmth, with highs climbing into the low to mid-90s.

Across the Austin and San Antonio corridor, partly cloudy skies dominate, with scattered showers and storms possible over the Rio Grande Plains. Most other areas will remain dry, basking under hazy sunshine and temperatures in the mid-90s.

7-Day Forecast Highlights:

• Summer-like heat persists: Expect daily highs in the mid-90s across most of Central Texas, with the Hill Country slightly cooler in the upper 80s to low 90s.
• Dry stretch ahead: Rain chances remain minimal through Tuesday.
• Midweek moisture returns: Slight chances (15–25%) for showers and storms creep back into the forecast from Wednesday through the weekend.

Nationally, the Weather Prediction Center notes a dynamic weather pattern unfolding. Thunderstorms are expected to rumble across the Great Plains today, with severe weather and flash flooding possible in the Dakotas. A coastal storm is brewing near the Mid-Atlantic, poised to bring soaking rains and gusty winds to the Outer Banks and inland areas by Monday night.

Meanwhile, the Pacific Northwest is cooling off under the influence of a passing cold front, bringing scattered showers and a break from the heat. But for the eastern two-thirds of the country, summer’s grip remains firm. A mid-September heat wave continues to bake the Mississippi Valley, with highs reaching the mid-90s and overnight lows staying unusually warm.

From Texas to the Northeast, the message is clear: summer isn’t done yet. Stay hydrated, stay weather-aware, and keep it tuned to KNCT for hourly updates and on-demand forecasts at myKNCT.com.