Austin Breaks Heat Records on October 13
AUSTIN, Texas — Sunday marked a record-breaking day in Austin for all the wrong reasons. The forecast predicted a high of 99 degrees with a slim chance of hitting the triple digits. However, the temperatures soared beyond expectations, reaching a staggering 101 degrees at Camp Mabry and 99 degrees at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport.
Previous Records Shattered
Both temperature readings surpassed long-standing daily heat records established in 1991, when the previous records were 98 degrees at Camp Mabry and 97 degrees at Austin-Bergstrom. With Camp Mabry’s new high of 101 degrees, two daily heat records were officially set. There is also a possibility that a third record was broken, but further research and data collection will be needed to confirm this.
The new record represents the latest ever triple-digit mark recorded in Austin, surpassing the former date of October 2, which was established in 1923 and matched again in 1938. Moreover, the observed temperature of 101 degrees at Camp Mabry is now the hottest temperature ever recorded in October at this location, exceeding the previous record of 100 degrees set on those same historical dates.
Impact on the Austin City Limits Music Festival
To put things into perspective, Sunday was also the final day of the Austin City Limits Music Festival (ACL). While attendees were enjoying the music and festivities, they were met with the punishing heat. The 101 degrees recorded at Camp Mabry made it the second-hottest day in ACL history. The hottest day remains September 25, 2005, when the temperature hit 107 degrees. Interestingly, this was the first time that Austin reached triple digits during ACL in the month of October.
What Lies Ahead?
Despite the blistering temperatures, there is a bit of hopeful news on the horizon. The seven-day weather forecast indicates that a fall front is expected to roll in on Monday night. With it, temperatures are predicted to become more reasonable as we approach next weekend. There are even hints of rain entering the forecast by Friday, providing much-needed relief from the heat.
As the days progress, residents can expect a significant change in weather patterns, which will bring the kind of fall weather many have been waiting for.
For anyone looking for detailed updates, be sure to follow the KVUE Weather Impact Team for all the latest on the forecast and weather changes.
In conclusion, this past Sunday served as a reminder of how extreme weather can affect our daily lives and events. While record-breaking heat may have cast a shadow over the conclusion of the ACL Festival, relief is just around the corner as we transition into more seasonal temperatures.
