Houston Weather Forecast
High temperatures start the week in the low and middle 90s, and Wednesday looks very similar. Look for highs near 90 close to the coast and closer to 95 inland. Humidity will be reasonably pleasant, so the heat index shouldn’t feel too uncomfortable. Isolated afternoon downpours are possible with a shower or two south of the Houston area. Also of note – allergy levels are rising, so be prepared for tree and ragweed pollen.
Current Weather Conditions
The current weather in Houston is warm with a slim chance of rain. Highs near 90 close to the coast and closer to 95 inland are expected. The humidity will be reasonably pleasant, making the heat index feel less uncomfortable. There is a possibility of isolated afternoon downpours, with a shower or two expected south of the Houston area.
Weekly Weather Outlook
For the rest of the week, overnight low temperatures will mostly run in the upper-60s to mid-70s, with afternoon highs in the low to mid-90s. The chance for showers or isolated storms will be around 20% each day, with a slight increase by the weekend. No cold fronts are expected to arrive in the next seven days.
Tropical Storm Update
A large, disorganized tropical disturbance in the middle of the Atlantic is likely to become Gabrielle over the next 24-36 hours. There’s a good chance of it becoming the season’s second hurricane this weekend, but the good news is that it is unlikely to strike land. At least two more tropical waves are expected to move off the coast of Africa, and either or both could end up becoming a named storm. However, these systems are thousands of miles from Texas.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the weather in Houston is expected to be warm with a slim chance of rain for the rest of the week. Allergy levels are rising, so it’s essential to be prepared for tree and ragweed pollen. The tropical disturbance in the Atlantic is likely to become Gabrielle, but it’s unlikely to strike land. Stay tuned for further updates on the weather forecast and tropical storm developments. The information in this article comes from the FOX 26 weather team.
