Tropical Storm Idalia forecast to become major hurricane before Florida landfall

Live updates on Tropical Storm Idalia as it makes its way through the Gulf of Mexico toward Florida. Latest models, cones, direction, speed, warnings, watches, and information.

Austin weather: Cooler with a chance of rain
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Today might be our last chance for some rain this week. Zack Shields shows us what to expect in his full forecast.

Experts say extreme summer heat can impact mental health

You’ve heard about seasonal depression in the winter, but experts say extreme heat in the summer—like the triple-digit temperatures we’ve seen across Central Texas—can impact your mental health as well.

Central Texas lawn care companies struggle during extreme heat

Austin-area lawn care service companies say this summer has been one of their most challenging, thank to the dry and hot weather.

Florida prepares for Tropical Storm Idalia with lessons learned from Ian: 'Do not focus on just the cone'

There are only a few days left for Florida residents to prepare for the effects of the storm, and Gov. Ron DeSantis declared a state of emergency for 33 counties to ensure communities have the resources they need ahead of the storm’s arrival.

Austin weather: Severe storms possible
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A weak cold front is bringing us slightly cooler temperatures, scattered showers, and storms that could pack some bring some gusty winds.

Austin weather: Potential showers tomorrow
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A cold front may bring much needed rain tomorrow and over the days following. Adaleigh Rowe explains more in her full forecast.

Austin weather: Rain chances on the rise
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Rain chances, a cold front, and lower humidity, finally, some good news from the weather department!

Austin weather: Cold front could cool us down
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A potential cold front is headed our way beginning next week. Scott Fisher explains more in his full forecast.

Austin weather: Rain chances through weekend
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The heat is sticking around, with highs in the upper 100s through the weekend. Chances of rain and storms through Tuesday could help us cool down. Zack Shields explains in his full forecast.

Austin weather: Hot, with some scattered rain
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Excessive heat and isolated pop-up showers are possible Friday. Zack Shields shows us what to expect in his full forecast.

Central Texas high school football games delay start times due to heat

Football season is back in Central Texas, and players have more than just an opposing team to beat this year. They are also facing off against the heat.

Austin weather: Heat and potential rain ahead
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The heat is still hot, even after the showers earlier this week. Potential rain tomorrow and over the weekend into next week may provide some relief. Scott Fisher explains in his full forecast.

'Stage 4 exceptional drought' for Barton Springs-Edwards Aquifer held off for now

Officials with the Barton Springs Edwards Aquifer Conservation District anticipate declaring a Stage 4 exceptional drought, an unprecedented move expected to have wide impacts across the area.

What is the best color to wear in hot weather?

The National Weather Service office in Kansas City recently experimented to test the best color clothing to wear when it's hot. As the sun beat down, science worked its magic.

ERCOT issues conservation appeal Aug. 24

ERCOT is asking Texans to conserve energy due to extreme temperatures and near-record demand today from 3 p.m. to 10 p.m.