Summer Makes A Comeback Across Central Texas

AUSTIN, TX — After days of crisp, fall-like weather, summer made a comeback across Central Texas on Saturday with temperatures near the 100-degree mark — prompting a "hazardous weather outlook" from weather officials.

The National Weather Service reported summer-like temperatures across a wide swath of South Central Texas and the Hill Country today with highs around 100 along the Rio Grande and 90s elsewhere. Heat index values of 99 to 104 are expected this afternoon most areas, though lower in the Hill Country, meteorologists added.

In the capital city of Austin, a high of 98 degrees was forecast. By 2 p.m., the temperature already had reached 90 degrees.

Image via National Weather Service.

The unseasonable weather prompted the National Weather Service to issue a "hazardous weather outlook" given the unexpectedly higher temperatures in the midst of autumn that began on Sept. 22.

Those hoping for the cool weather the city had collectively enjoyed the past few days will have to wait until Friday for a cool-down, according to weather forecastes. Summer-like temperatures are expected to continue into Sunday, with high temperatures expected to reach the mid to upper 90s over many locations and up to 103 degrees along the Rio Grande, according to the National Weather Service.

Elevated heat index values of 99 to 104 are forecast across most areas with the exception of the Hill Country, according to weather officials. Temperatures will drop a few degrees on Monday, forecasters predict, but will still in the low to mid 90s. Temperatures will continue to slowly fall through Friday.

One saving grace: No other hazardous weather is expected at this time, according to the National Weather Service. So dress accordingly, drink lots of water and remember to cool off if outdoors. This, too, shall pass.