Widespread Freeze on Sunday: Prepare for Cold Weather Ahead in Austin

A Cold Front Brings Significant Weather Changes This Weekend

AUSTIN, Texas — This Friday, Central Texas will feel the impact of a powerful cold front sweeping through the region. The anticipated temperature drop and strong winds lead to a Winter Weather Impact Alert for Sunday morning. Residents should brace for the coldest air of the season, with areas outside of Austin likely experiencing a hard freeze.

Temperatures Expected to Plunge

The cold front is projected to arrive in the Austin area around lunchtime on Friday. Ahead of the front, temperatures may soar into the low 70s before experiencing a sharp decline in the afternoon. As it moves through, the north-northwest winds will intensify, with gusts reaching up to 35 mph. These winds will usher in a stark change in weather, making Saturday morning feel particularly frigid, with actual temperatures in the 30s and wind chills dropping into the 20s.

Protect Your Loved Ones This Freeze

As the coldest weather hits late Saturday night into early Sunday morning, locals must take precautions. A low temperature around 30°F is expected for Austin's Camp Mabry, while most surrounding towns could dip into the mid-to-unforgiving upper 20s. The hardest-hit areas, such as Williamson County, might see lows faltering into the low 20s. Authorities are urging residents to take care of the “four P’s”: people, pets, pipes, and plants.

After the Freeze: A Quick Recovery

Fortunately, temperatures will rebound on Sunday afternoon. Sunshine is forecasted, leading to highs in the low 60s. The mild pattern is expected to persist into Monday, keeping daytime temperatures around 64°F before another cool front follows early next week.

Looking Ahead: Rain Chances on the Horizon

As Central Texas continues to grapple with extreme drought conditions, the weather team is keeping a close watch on potential rain next Wednesday, with a 30% chance of showers in the forecast. Although heavy rainfall is not expected, any rain would provide critical relief to the dry areas of the region.

Stay Informed and Prepared

The KVUE Weather Team emphasizes the importance of staying updated and appropriately preparing for the upcoming weather changes. A chilly weekend is on the horizon, but with foresight and proper planning, residents can navigate through these comings and goings of winter's grip over Central Texas.