News Summary
Central Texas residents brace for a significant cold front, with temperatures expected to drop into the low 30s and potential wind chills in the teens. Thursday morning may witness a widespread light freeze, alongside icy conditions later in the week. Although the weekend may bring a brief warming trend, another Arctic front could arrive next week, plunging temperatures further. In related news, Austin experienced record rainfall, leading to minor flooding but successfully executed rescue operations for those affected. Despite recent rain, water conservation measures remain in place due to low lake levels.
Chilly Days Ahead for Central Texas
Central Texas, get ready for a blast of cold air as the chilly weather continues to roll in! Residents have felt the nip in the air for several days now, and just when you thought it couldn’t get colder, another wave of frigid temperatures is expected to hit on Wednesday night.
What to Expect This Week
Mark your calendars and bundle up! High temperatures on Thursday are projected to barely scrape through the 40s, and temperatures are expected to drop into the low 30s. If you live in areas near the Hill Country, you might even see temperatures dipping into the upper 20s. That’s right, folks. We are talking about a widespread light freeze all across the KVUE area, especially early Thursday morning. Talk about a brisk wake-up call!
The blustery winds accompanying this cold front, with gusts of 10 to 20 miles per hour, are going to make it feel even colder. With wind chills hitting the 20s and even the upper teens, it’s definitely going to feel like winter in full swing. Looks like it’s time to grab those cozy sweaters and maybe even a cup of hot cocoa!
Rain, Snow, and Lots of Clouds
Even on Valentine’s Day, which is right around the corner, you can expect the weather to be mostly cloudy and chilly with highs only reaching the mid to upper 40s. Although there’s a chance for light showers, it is minimal—only about 20%. Some areas might even see a slim possibility of light snow, sleet, or freezing rain early Thursday, but don’t get too excited; no accumulation is expected.
Weekend Forecast
Just when you think it can’t get any colder, here’s a twist! A strong cold front is on track for the weekend. Saturday is looking a bit more cheerful with highs expected to jump into the low to mid 70s. However, don’t put your winter gear away just yet! After the front passes, things will cool off again, with temperatures dropping to the low 50s on Sunday and another wide-reaching freeze forecasted for Monday morning.
More Cold Coming Next Week
As if that’s not enough, brace yourselves because another Arctic front could be moving in by Tuesday of the following week. This could be the strongest cold front of the month, potentially dropping temperatures to the mid 20s by Wednesday morning. The latest outlook from the Climate Prediction Center hints that below-average temperatures are here to stay in Central Texas.
Rainfall Records and Rescue Operations
In other news, Austin saw significant rainfall earlier this week, with totals reaching up to 3.17 inches at the airport, breaking a daily rainfall record! Unfortunately, this rain led to some minor flooding issues in the area. Thankfully, rescue operations were successfully carried out for three homeless individuals and a dog who were caught in a creek. The City’s Homeless Strategy Office took swift action, alerting vulnerable populations to seek higher ground.
Water Levels and Conservation Measures
Despite the rains, water conservation measures remain in effect. Currently, Lake Travis is at 44% capacity while Lake Buchanan sits at 60%. It appears that the weather is going to keep us on our toes, so let’s hope for some sunnier days ahead but be prepared for the cold in the meantime!
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Additional Resources
- Austin American-Statesman
- Wikipedia: Texas
- KVUE
- Google Search: Austin weather forecast February
- Country Herald
- Google Scholar: Valentine’s Day weather 2025
- FOX 7 Austin
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Central Texas weather
- KVUE
- Google News: Austin rain storm forecast
