Austin is bracing for a significant winter storm expected to impact Central Texas this weekend. An Arctic cold front is forecasted to move into the region on Friday, causing temperatures to plummet dramatically. Residents can expect morning temperatures to start in the upper 50s°F, briefly rising to the low to mid-60s°F before plunging below freezing by Saturday morning. The National Weather Service has issued a winter weather advisory for the area, urging residents to prepare for hazardous conditions.