Austin (78701) Daily Weather Forecast

Deadly Freezing Rain Expected To Continue Through Wednesday In Austin

At least six have died on slick Texas roads, there were 130,000 outages Wednesday in the Austin area, and DoorDash had suspended service.

Texans Urged To Cut Electricity Use Again By ERCOT

For the second time in three days, Texas' power grid operator is asking people to reduce power use in the afternoon as heat wave continues.

Texans Should Cut Electricity Use Amid Heat Wave: ERCOT

System-wide outages are not expected, but Texans have been asked to lower power use from 2-8 p.m. Monday to avoid rolling blackouts.

Texas Tornadoes: 1 Killed, More Than A Dozen Injured

Gov. Greg Abbott issued a disaster declaration for 16 counties in Texas after tornadoes ripped across the state.

City Of Austin, Travis County Declare Local State Of Disaster For Winter Storm

See the latest announcement from the City of Austin.

City Of Austin And Travis County Continue Response To Winter Storm

The Austin-Travis County Emergency Operations Center is actively coordinating the local response to the winter storm.

Actions Taken By The City Of Austin And Community Partners To Prepare For Next Weather Emergency

All City departments are taking steps to be better prepared for the next emergency.

City Of Austin To Close Non-Essential Operations Due To Winter Weather

City departments continue to prepare for the incoming freezing weather conditions.

Texas Winter Weather: Abbott Declares Disaster For 17 Counties

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott issued a disaster declaration for 17 counties in Texas affected by Winter Storm Landon.

Flash Flood Warning Issued For Austin, Pflugerville: NWS

The National Weather Service issued the warning through 6 p.m. CT.

Austin Weather Latest: Still No Timeline On Utility Restoration

Crews are working around the clock to restore power and water, repair roadways and clean up storm debris, officials said.

Polar Vortex Moving Out Of Austin; Sunny Skies Ahead

Below-freezing temperatures will wane after Friday night, but utility repairs will take longer to complete.

Austin Water Update: Restoration Could Take Several Days

The city's water reservoir is refilling, but service restoration is expected to be "a multi-day long process," Austin Water said.

Some Power Restored, Reservoirs Refilling: Austin Storm Recovery

The Ullrich water treatment plant is up and running, but Austin Water's boil water notice remains in effect.

How To Find Warming Centers In Texas

If you're a Texan without power, here's how to find a warming center in your area (and how to stay warm if you can't leave your home.)

Central Texas Weather: Cold Weather, Road Closures Continue

Several main roads in the Austin area are expected to remain closed through Friday.

Austin Residents Could Be Without Power Beyond Wednesday

As more than 185,000 residents remain without power due to the ice storm, Austin Energy encourages people to prioritize safety and family.

Austin Weather Latest: 'Crippling' Ice Event Ongoing Wednesday

The National Weather Service says travel is near impossible across the Hill Country.

Winter's Icy Fist Descends On Texas: PHOTOS

At least four people died and nearly 4 million were without power after a winter storm overwhelmed Texas power grids and infrastructure.

4 Dead, 4M Without Power As Bitter Cold, Snow Blasts Texas

President Joe Biden has declared a state of emergency in Texas after unusual winter weather has crippled the Lone Star State.

Extreme Cold Weather Grounds Austin Airport Flights

Arrival and departure flights are canceled as officials urge travelers to check in directly with airlines before traveling to the airport.

Rolling Blackouts Possible In Texas Amid Record Power Usage

The Electric Reliability Council of Texas​ hit a new record of 69K megawatts Sunday; Austin launches rotating blackouts to ease grid strain.

Austin Under Winter Storm Warning, State Of Disaster Declared

Up to 5 inches of snow are expected as officials plead with residents to stay off roads as services and college classes are halted.

Austin Cancels 2K-Plus Coronavirus Vaccinations Due To Cold

Austin Public Health was forced to close all three of its clinics amid ongoing freezing temperatures where people were set for second doses.

Texas Prepares For Cold Weather Blanketing State

Some 3,000 troopers and Guardsmen have been deployed to assist, and a Federal Emergency Declaration has been requested from the White House.

HEB Store Hours Shortened In Austin Area Amid Frigid Cold Weather

Central Texas stores will operate Sunday from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m and on Monday from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. to ensure supply amid icy conditions.

10K-Plus Austin Energy Customers Without Power Amid Winter Blast

Electricity was restored to some 4,000 utility clients by early afternoon as the city braces for a low of around 16 degrees this weekend.

Central Texas Under Winter Weather Advisory Due To Icy Roads

The alert covers a wide swath covering Travis and Williamson counties amid freezing temps making travel potentially treacherous.

Brutal Winter Blast Headed To Austin Region

After spring-like weather, the area will be beset with snow, sleet, wind gusts, rain, and a low of 16 by Saturday; safety tips issued.

Freezing Fog Expected To Materialize Across Central Texas

The patchy freezing fog was expected to form Monday night and continue into Tuesday morning, creating the potential for black ice on roads.

Winter Blast Triggers Central Texas Power Outages Mixed With Fun

The region's biggest snowfall in 17 years yielded power outages, traffic signal failures and class cancellations but also fun times.

Snow Predicted In Austin Area Sunday

The National Weather Service predicts rain and snow, with accumulation of less than an inch possible and freezing temperatures.

Foggy Conditions Usher In Christmas Week In Austin Area

Patchy fog is expected to descend by Monday night and continue until Tuesday before 10 a.m., but Christmas Day will be sunny and fog-less.

Austin Area Braces For 28-Degree Weather Monday Night

The lowest temperature this season is expected to dip well below freezing, so it's important to take precautions.

Post-Holiday Rain Yields Hazardous Driving Conditions: Austin EMS

After a sunny Thanksgiving Day with temperatures in the high 70s, forming storms could make for dangerous post-holiday travel.

Sunny Thanksgiving Day In Austin Area To Usher In Rain

The high temperature on Thursday is expected to be 78 degrees before the chances of rain begin to strengthen by Friday.

Summer Makes A Comeback Across Central Texas

Summer-like temperatures descended across South Central Texas and the Hill Country, with temperatures near 100 degrees in Austin Saturday.

Cold Front Coming To Austin Region

Fall will be making its presence known next week with temps in the 50s, yielding a perfect time to take out the sweater (swehdr).

Texas Urged To Take Caution Ahead Of Tropical Depression Beta

The Gulf Coast and Southeast portions of the state are the most vulnerable, but other regions may see flooding, high winds and heavy rain.

Travis County Included In Governor's Storm Disaster Declaration

Tropical Storm Beta is expected to make landfall Monday evening, and has already caused storm surge and damaging winds.