Current Weather Conditions
Houston is experiencing a morning of patchy fog, but it will give way to partly cloudy skies with highs in the mid-80s by Wednesday.
Calm Before the Storm
The good news is that it looks mostly quiet, with only a couple of showers or a possible storm this evening. Otherwise, it will be a mostly cloudy and mild day. High temperatures will not be as warm as yesterday, which saw a high of 89°. Temperatures will reach the upper-70s along the coast and mid-80s inland.
Heavy Rain Expected
A flood watch is in effect for Brazoria, Matagorda, Wharton, Jackson, and Calhoun Counties starting at 7 a.m. on Thursday. There will be about a 36-hour window from midday Thursday through Friday night for waves of heavy storms, with totals of 4-6 inches possible and a few strong to severe storms.
It’s possible that there will be a break in the action, but showers and storms are likely for Houston Astros Opening Day on Thursday night. Although the roof will be closed, fans may get wet before and after the game.
Weekend Weather Outlook
Isolated storms could linger in a few spots through Saturday morning, but beyond that, the weekend looks warm and humid with a partly to mostly cloudy sky and a few hit-and-miss showers.
Conclusion
In conclusion, Houston can expect a calm day on Wednesday before heavy rain moves in on Thursday and Friday. The weekend will be warm and humid with a chance of isolated storms. It’s essential to stay weather-aware, especially for those planning to attend outdoor events like the Houston Astros Opening Day.
