Houston Weather Forecast
The upper-level wind flow is going to pull in some Gulf moisture and daytime heating should lead to scattered downpours. A few could produce lots of lightning and possible some gusty winds.
Weekend Storm Chances
Get ready to dodge a few thunderstorms this weekend. The highest likelihood of storms to move through will be between about 1pm and 7pm. This means that outdoor plans may need to be adjusted to accommodate the potential for rain and thunder.
Muggy Pattern into Next Week
A daily chance of isolated showers and a few storms will continue through next week, but so will typical Houston heat and humidity. Temperatures will remain at or slightly above average and daily heat index values should reach 105. This means that it will feel very hot and humid, making it important to stay hydrated and take breaks in the shade or air conditioning.
Latest on the Tropics
There are four areas that will be monitored for development over the next few days. One area off the East Coast has a slight chance of becoming a tropical depression, but it’s not a threat to Texas. A stronger tropical wave in the middle of the Atlantic is struggling to stay organized, but could still become a depression or storm over the next few days – again, no threat to Texas.
Tropical Systems to Watch
A third system just moving off the African coast has a better chance of becoming the season’s first hurricane next week. It is extremely far from the US, but in about 10 days, it could become a concern. Finally, stormy weather over Florida has a small chance of spinning up a small area of low pressure in the Gulf that would bring rain to the NE Gulf Coast.
Conclusion
In conclusion, this weekend is expected to be hot and humid with a chance of thunderstorms. The muggy pattern will continue into next week, with daily chances of isolated showers and storms. While there are several tropical systems to watch, none of them are currently a threat to Texas. However, it’s always important to stay informed and up-to-date on the latest weather forecast, especially during hurricane season.
