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Cold Front Hits Central Texas Tonight, Winds Up to 45 mph

At a Glance

  • Cold front arriving tonight with gusts up to 45 mph.
  • Temperatures drop to the 30s-40s tomorrow morning.
  • Wind advisory in effect through tomorrow afternoon.
  • Why it matters: Bundle up and stay alert for windy, chilly conditions.

A strong cold front is set to sweep Central Texas tonight, bringing gusty winds and a sharp drop in temperatures. Residents can expect a wind advisory and cooler mornings tomorrow, with temperatures dipping into the 30s and 40s. By New Year, the weather will warm back into the 60s and 70s.

Cold Front Arrives

The front will move through the evening, with wind gusts reaching 45 mph at times. A wind advisory is in effect from tonight until tomorrow afternoon. Scattered showers are possible, especially east of Austin, but totals will remain light.

  • Wind Advisory: tonight through tomorrow afternoon.
  • Wind gusts: up to 45 mph.
  • Rain chances: higher east of Austin, light totals.
  • Temperature drop: tomorrow morning in the 30s-40s; wind chills near-or-below freezing.
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New Year’s Eve & New Year’s Day

Temperatures will climb during the week, reaching the 60s and 70s by New Year. Rain chances are minimal beyond Monday, giving residents a brief period of warmer, drier weather.

Time Temperature
Tomorrow Morning 30s-40s
Tomorrow Highs Upper 40s – Low 50s

Key Takeaways

  • A cold front arrives tonight with gusts up to 45 mph.
  • Tomorrow’s temperatures will fall into the 30s-40s, with wind chills near-freezing.
  • By New Year, the forecast shifts to 60s-70s and rain is unlikely beyond Monday.

Stay tuned for updates from News Of Austin as the weather evolves.

Author

  • I’m Morgan J. Carter, a dedicated journalist and digital media professional based in the vibrant heart of Austin, Texas.

    Hello and welcome! I’m Morgan J. Carter, a dedicated journalist and digital media professional based in the vibrant heart of Austin, Texas. With over five years of experience in the fast-paced world of digital media, I am the voice and driving force behind https://newsofaustin.com/, your go-to source for the stories that matter most to our community.

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