Heat Wave Holds Strong, Rain in Sight? | Texas News

Texas News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 23, 2026 · 1m

Austin just hit 107 degrees, tying this year’s hottest day record — and it’s not cooling down anytime soon. With 29 straight days of no rain and triple-digit temps forecast through next week, the relentless heat is being held in by a stubborn high-pressure system. A slight shift by the end of the week might bring scattered showers Thursday or Friday, but no drought-buster. Heat index values have soared to 110 — stay hydrated, avoid midday sun, and watch your pets. Meanwhile, three tropical systems churn in the Atlantic, including a West African disturbance with a 50% chance of becoming a…