Austin weather: Severe thunderstorm watch issued for parts of Central Texas

Austin weather: Severe thunderstorm watch

Expect rain and storms overnight throughout central Texas, and be prepared for potential severe weather. Scott Fisher explains what to expect in his full forecast.

AUSTIN, Texas - A severe thunderstorm watch has been issued for parts of Central Texas.

According to the NWS, the watch was issued for Caldwell County, Travis County, Williamson County, Bastrop County, Hays County, Blanco County, Llano County and Burnet County until midnight on Saturday, Feb. 3.

Punxsutawney Phil did not see his shadow this morning so that means an early Spring.

We could have told him that with the weather we've been enjoying lately.

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The cloudy and gloomy weather is back with fog and drizzly early.

A powerful Western Low will enter Texas tonight sparking two rounds of storms.

We can't rule out a few passing showers during the day but the main event will hold off until tonight.

One round will get here by evening and the second one after midnight.

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The Storm Prediction Center has put areas from I-35 to the Hill Country under a slight risk (LEVEL 2) for severe weather.

Damaging hail will be the main threat with gusty winds and lightning.

Make sure you check in with us on FOX 7 Austin for the latest on the stormy setup.

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