Hello, Austin County! A windy start calls for a little extra planning before the weekend settles into a sunnier, less blustery stretch. The National Weather Service forecast for Friday, Oct. 16, through Sunday night, Oct. 18, 2026, brings gusts up to 40 mph Friday and Friday night, followed by lighter winds and cool nights.

  • Friday brings a 20% chance of morning showers and north wind gusts up to 40 mph into the night.
  • Saturday and Sunday are forecast to be sunny, with temperatures reaching the upper 60s Saturday and lower 70s Sunday.
  • Overnight lows range from the mid-40s to lower 50s.

Friday: Much cooler, with gusty north winds

Friday is forecast to be partly sunny, breezy and much cooler, with temperatures holding nearly steady in the upper 60s. A slight chance of showers is limited to the morning, with a 20% chance of rain. North winds will run 20 to 25 mph, with gusts up to 40 mph.

If you’re setting up anything outdoors, account for those gusts and secure lightweight items. Keep an umbrella handy for the morning shower chance, though the wind may make it awkward to use.

Friday night stays breezy and turns much cooler, with lows in the upper 40s. Partly cloudy evening skies will become mostly clear. North winds of 15 to 25 mph could still gust up to 40 mph, so the wind remains a consideration for evening plans. Have a warm layer ready if you’ll be outside.

Saturday: Sunshine, with a noticeable breeze

Saturday brings sunny skies and highs in the upper 60s. North winds ease from Friday’s levels but remain noticeable at 15 to 20 mph. If you’re planning yardwork or an outdoor gathering, allow for that continuing breeze rather than expecting a calm day.

Saturday night is forecast to be mostly clear, with lows in the mid-40s and north winds of 5 to 10 mph. Keep a jacket within reach for nighttime plans as temperatures cool.

Sunday: A milder day with lighter winds

Sunday keeps the sunshine going, with highs in the lower 70s and northeast winds around 5 mph. If you’re weighing which day to take a walk or have a picnic, Sunday offers the lighter winds and slightly warmer daytime forecast.

Sunday night begins mostly clear before becoming partly cloudy, with lows in the lower 50s.

Enjoy your weekend, Austin County, and keep those Friday gusts in mind as you make your plans.

The NWS forecast was updated at 4:48 a.m. CDT Friday, Oct. 16, 2026.

Based on the National Weather Service forecast for Austin County. Forecasts may change.