At a Glance
- New Year’s Eve lows in the upper 30s to low 50s.
- Friday’s high projected at 85°F, breaking the 2023 record of 83°F.
- A late Friday-Saturday cold front will lower temps by about 10°, keeping them in the 70s.
- Why it matters: Residents need to dress for both chilly evenings and a sudden heat spike, and prepare for a brief cool front.
Austin weather experts warn that New Year’s Eve will start cool but end with a record-breaking high, followed by a mild cold front that will bring a brief dip into the 70s. The forecast calls for clear skies and a quick temperature swing that could affect holiday plans.
New Year’s Eve Forecast
Tonight, lows will dip to the upper 30s and low 50s with mostly clear skies. The warming trend continues into the first days of 2025, with Thursday highs in the mid-70s and Friday reaching the low-mid 80s.
Key temperatures for the first week of 2025:
- Tonight: upper 30s-low 50s
- Thursday: mid-70s
- Friday: 85°F (record)
| Day | Low (°F) | High (°F) |
|---|---|---|
| Tonight | Upper 30s-Low 50s | – |
| Thursday | – | Mid-70s |
| Friday | – | 85°F |
First Cold Front
A weak cold front arrives late Friday into Saturday, bringing a ~10° drop and keeping temperatures in the 70s. No rain or major impacts are expected.
What to expect:
- ~10° temperature drop
- Clear skies
- No precipitation
Key Takeaways
- New Year’s Eve lows will be in the upper 30s to low 50s.
- Friday’s high will reach 85°F, breaking the previous record.
- A cold front will bring a brief cool down into the 70s.
With temperatures swinging from chilly to hot and back again, residents should plan for both extremes. Stay tuned to News Of Austin for updates.
