Clouds are sticking around today but storm chances start to rise tonight with a major flooding concern through the end of the weekend. - Freddy Vela

On May 19, 2026, in Austin, Texas, USA, @Snuggles_32 shared a video showing a nighttime thunderstorm moving over a backyard. In the video, heavy rain pours down while outdoor lighting illuminates the falling water,

Storms could hit parts of Travis, Williamson and Hays counties as early as 6 p.m., but they're more likely to affect the Austin area after dark.

A tranquil Mother’s Day across Central Texas is expected to give way to a night of dangerous weather as an approaching cold front brings the threat of hurricane-force winds and large hail to the region.

Another 3 to 5 inches of rainfall is possible through the Memorial Day holiday as several rounds of storms move across Texas.

Severe thunderstorms that moved through Central Texas Tuesday night left behind downed trees, power outages, and damage across parts of the area.Scenes from the