NOTE: This article has been updated with the latest trends and information on Tuesday, December 31, 2024. We’ll keep updating this article over the next few days.
AUSTIN (KXAN) — We may just be wrapping up the second hottest December day on record, but we’re seeing several signs of a cold plunge through the middle of the country for next week that could have impacts on our weather in Central Texas.
Turning much colder for longer
A cold front arriving later on Sunday (January 5) should usher in some of the coldest and longest-lasting chills since last winter.
Our coldest highs in recent weeks came on December 7 when Austin didn’t climb above 48º. We’re looking at the potential for similar levels of cold (or colder) lasting for more than just one day this time around…