Showers and Storms in the East; Dangerously Hot and Dry in the West

A front will bring scattered showers and storms to portions of the Central and Eastern US. Severe storms are expected in parts of the Great Plains and Ozarks today. Meanwhile, dangerous heat will intensify across the Desert Southwest and Intermountain West. Elevated wildfire conditions will develop across portions of the Northern/Central Plains and air quality issues will persist in the Northwest. Read More >

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Last Map Update: Thu, Aug 6, 2026 at 3:02:16 pm CDT

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National Weather Service Austin/San Antonio, TX

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Heat Advisory

Hazardous Weather Outlook

Sparse Storms Possible Friday

Hot with Very Low Rain Chances Today

Weekend Forecast

Odds Favor a Hot, Dry Mid-August

A very weak summertime storm system looks to bring a very low chance (10-20%) for a stray shower or thunderstorms across portions of North and East Texas. Forecast uncertainty is high at this time given the amount of dry air and model inconsistencies regarding the exact location of this disturbance. Nonetheless, should storms develop it would likely be after 4 PM and very isolated in coverage. In this scenario most across North and East Texas would still remain dry and hot with highs in the upper-90s and lower-100s.

Another typical summer day is on tap for those of us across North and Central Texas. There will be plenty of sun and high temperatures in the upper-90s and lower-100s. Due to the return of Gulf moisture, there will be a very low chance (10-15%) for a stray shower or two to develop in the vicinity of the Brazos Valley. This however remains uncertain owing to the large amount of dry air in place in the mid and upper-levels of the atmosphere.

While summer heat will continue through the upcoming weekend and into next week, a stray shower or thunderstorm can’t be ruled out especially on Friday. Even if a storm or two is able to develop the vast majority of those across North and Central Texas will remain dry and hot with temperatures in the upper-90s and lower-100s. Be sure to have ways to protect yourself from the sun and heat should you have any outdoor plans this weekend!

Hoping for a break from the hot and dry Texas weather? Unfortunately, odds favor above-average temperatures and below-average rainfall through mid-August across North and Central Texas. Drought onset is possible the longer we go without substantial rainfall, especially for North Texas. Make sure to continue taking heat precautions for family, pets, and you!