Austin, TX – South-Central Texas residents are facing another stretch of hot and mostly dry weather this week, according to the National Weather Service (NWS) Austin-San Antonio office. Forecasters expect daytime highs to remain in the low to mid-90s across the region, with the pattern holding through at least Sunday, September 21.
Dry Conditions Dominate
Most of the week will bring mainly dry weather, with rain chances staying minimal. The NWS projects precipitation probabilities under 15 percent for most areas from Monday through Wednesday. The best opportunity for showers may come later in the week, with a slight chance of scattered activity on Thursday, September 18, and Friday, September 19. However, meteorologists caution that rainfall is far from certain, and any showers that do occur will likely be brief and localized.
Regional Outlook
Communities along the I-35 corridor, including Austin, San Antonio, and San Marcos, can expect highs in the lower to mid-90s, while Del Rio is forecast to see multiple days in the mid-90s. The Hill Country may run a few degrees cooler, but readings will still come in above seasonal norms. The persistence of these conditions underscores the ongoing late-summer heat, which has gripped much of the region in recent weeks.
Health and Safety Concerns
The extended stretch of warmth and dryness is raising concerns for residents, particularly those planning outdoor activities. The NWS is urging individuals to take precautions by staying hydrated, limiting time outdoors during peak afternoon heat, and monitoring vulnerable populations such as children, seniors, and pets. The combination of heat and lack of rainfall may also strain local water resources, with some communities already emphasizing conservation.
Looking Ahead
Longer-term forecasts show continued warmth as the region moves into late September. A strong cold front would be necessary to deliver widespread rainfall or a more significant drop in temperatures. At this time, forecasters say no such system is on the horizon. Until then, residents across South-Central Texas should prepare for the ongoing cycle of heat and limited rain.
The extended summer-like pattern reinforces the need for caution, patience, and resilience as the region waits for the first substantial taste of fall.
