Austin weather: Arctic front ahead with possible wintry mix

Posted: Mon, 19 Jan 2026 05:06 PM - 53 Readers

By: Zach Shields

An Arctic front is set to arrive in Austin on Friday, ushering in a dramatic temperature plunge. Currently mild with temperatures about 15 degrees above average, the area could see readings drop to as much as 30 degrees below average within a day, bringing confident freezing conditions and widespread cold across Texas. This sharp shift, combined with moisture from a Western Low pushing Pacific air over the incoming cold mass, sets the stage for potential hazardous weather.

Early forecasts indicate a possible wintry mix this weekend, including cold rain that may transition to freezing rain, sleet, or even some snow depending on exact temperatures and timing—particularly mid-weekend. While confidence is high for the cold air and precipitation chances, details like exact precipitation type, amounts, and impacts remain lower confidence this far out (around six days). Residents should monitor updates closely, as the system could affect travel and prompt broader winter weather alerts across the state.

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