Austin weather: Temps hit triple digits, 100-year-old daily heat record broken
Tuesday is officially the first 100-degree day of the year in Austin.
The previous record for May 13 was 98 degrees in 1925.
Highs will climb up to 104 degrees on Wednesday.
AUSTIN - Temperatures hit the triple-digits for the first time this year in Austin.
The temperatures hit the century mark shortly after 4 p.m.
By the numbers
Today's heat also broke a daily record in Austin.
The previous high for May 13 at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport was 94 degrees in 1967.
Before that, Camp Mabry recorded a 98-degree day on May 13, 1925.
What's next
Temperatures are expected to climb even higher on Wednesday.
We could see temperatures as high as 104 degrees.
The current record high at Austin-Bergstrom Airport for May 14 is 96 degrees, which was set in 2003.
The Source
Information in this article comes from the FOX 7 Weather team and the National Weather Service.
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
New York Times
14-07-2025
- New York Times
USMNT to face Ecuador, Australia in October World Cup tune-ups
The U.S. men's national team will face Ecuador and Australia in a pair of friendlies in October as it continues preparation for the 2026 World Cup. The Americans will take on the South American side on Oct. 10 at Q2 Stadium in Austin, Texas, before traveling up to Commerce City, Colo., for a friendly against the Socceroos on Oct. 14 at Dick's Sporting Goods Park. Advertisement Both are potential World Cup opponents and are currently ranked in the top 25 of FIFA's world ranking (Australia 24th, Ecuador 25th). Ecuador is one of three CONMEBOL teams that has already qualified for the 2026 World Cup, joining Argentina and Brazil, while Australia also already qualified via the Asian Football Confederation. Tickets for both matches will go on sale to the public on Friday, July 18, at 10 a.m. local venue time. The U.S. returns to Austin, where it played Saudi Arabia in the Concacaf Gold Cup, and where it has recorded wins in all six matches played there – including Mauricio Pochettino's first match as manager, a friendly vs. Panama in October 2024. U.S. Soccer also announced that the federation, along with partners AT&T and American Airlines, will be 'providing resources and support through their respective initiatives' to assist those affected by catastrophic flooding in central Texas. The U.S. will be playing in Commerce City for the first time since a World Cup qualifier against Trinidad & Tobago on June 8, 2017. The stadium also played host to the famous 'Snow Clasico' against Costa Rica during 2014 World Cup qualifying on March 22, 2013. The USMNT has an even 5W-5L-5D record against Ecuador, and will be facing the La Tricolor for the first time since a 1-0 win on March 21, 2019. This will be the fourth time the U.S. has faced Australia, with a 1-1-1 record in the series. The last meeting was on June 5, 2010, in a tune-up ahead of the 2010 World Cup in Roodepoort, South Africa. After falling in the Gold Cup final to rival Mexico earlier this month, the U.S. men next take to the field against South Korea and Japan – two other nations that have already qualified for the World Cup – in friendlies in September. The U.S. will first host South Korea at Sports Illustrated Stadium in Harrison, N.J., on Sept. 6, before facing Japan on Sept. 9 at Field in Columbus, Ohio.
Yahoo
12-07-2025
- Yahoo
Wildlife rescue shelter takes in over 200 animals following Independence Day floods
AUSTIN (KXAN) – As Central Texas grappled with historic flooding over the Independence Day weekend, animal shelters discovered that rain wasn't the only challenge, but also supporting the animals the storm displaced. Austin Wildlife Rescue has taken in over 200 wild animals in the days following the Independence Day floods, bringing the total close to 2,500 animals currently on their premise. This is double what the organization, which spans across 40 Texas counties, typically takes in per day. Jules Maron, Austin Wildlife Rescue's executive director, said it's a common misconception for people to believe that wildlife can handle anything because they are 'wild.' 'When natural disaster or severe weather happens, it's not normal,' Maron said. 'People kind of focus on the 'natural' part of that, versus the disaster part that nobody is equipped to handle.' When intense rain downpours into the homes of wildlife, the flooding causes the animals to escape in any way they can. Animals get hit by cars more often because they're trying to escape their overflown nests, dens and dwellings, Maron said. The most common animals that room and board at Austin Wildlife Rescue are songbirds. Raccoons and opossums follow right after. Maron said that pediatric animals are frequent guests because they can't warm themselves up when they are drenched in water, unlike adult animals that can regulate their body temperatures. Austin Wildlife Rescue housed about 160 animals after the microburst in May. Despite providing housing and food for thousands of wildlife, Maron said they don't turn any away. 'I never like to say that we're at capacity, because we will not turn wildlife away,' Maron said. 'We have dedicated staff that [are] here to take care of them no matter what. We'll be able to make some makeshift caging and habitats on our porch.' As the Central Texas community continues to unite together, Austin Wildlife Rescue grows steadfast in their mission. 'Everything we do is to release this wildlife back into its native Texas environment,' Maron said. The rescue service releases animals at authorized sites that are at least 50 acres and host a permanent source of water. Because there is potential for current release sites to be destroyed from the flooding, Maron said they are always looking for more landowners to register. If wildlife is found, Maron encourages the public to call Austin Wildlife Rescue so they can assess the situation. 'Not every animal needs to come to us,' she said. 'We're happy to talk people through any situation that they're running into with any wildlife they may be encountering.' Maron said Austin Wildlife Rescue can't take all the credit. 'It's really [the public] taking the time and the compassion to bring these animals to us that need help,' she said. 'Nobody wants to see something suffer.' If interested in donating, Austin Wildlife Rescue accepts monetary donations, as well as purchases from their Amazon wishlist. The Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter sprung into action over the weekend when flood-prone animal shelters were ordered to evacuate. They took in every animal from Georgetown Animal Shelter on Saturday, said April Peiffer, Williamson County Animal Shelter's community engagement coordinator. On Monday, they repeated the process for Lampasas Animal Shelter when it also had to be evacuated. Since Sunday, nine pets have been returned to their families, according to Peiffer. 'We basically do everything we can to make a reunion happen,' she said. 'For pets found in the Georgetown, Leander or Liberty Hill jurisdictions, we are extending our hold times to help those families be able to reunite.' Austin Pets Alive! has also joined the effort. This morning, around 130 dogs and cats were boarded onto a rescue flight to partnering shelters in Fort Worth and Utah. The purpose is to make room in overwhelmed Central Texas shelters as the number grows for lost and displaced pets. The goal remains the same: reunite. 'We know it might take days, weeks for reunifications to happen, but that's our top priority,' said Clare Callison, the senior director of operations at Austin Pets Alive! 'It's devastating if they go missing, even for a few hours. So I couldn't imagine losing your home, losing family members, loved ones, but also losing your pets, your family members as well.' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
12-07-2025
- Yahoo
Long-term road closures after flood damage
AUSTIN (KXAN) — The Texas Department of Transportation has been making road repairs in the area following flooding, but some repairs will take longer than others. RM 1431 in the Lago Vista area sustained significant damage to a bridge over Cow Creek and TxDOT says they hope to have it repaired and back open before school starts. 'That's really pushing it, because that's really a matter of weeks away. But we think we can get the bridge built in a matter of weeks, as opposed to drawing it out over a number of months, or even years, as a typical bridge would take,' said Brad Wheelis with TxDOT. Northbound Loop 360 has the right lane closed after part of the roadway eroded near Spicewood Springs Road. US 377 between Mason and Junction also sustained damage, but crews were able to make short-term repairs to reopen the roadway for now. Long-term repairs are expected in the future. You can check road conditions at DriveTexas and low water crossings at AtxFloods Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
