Texas greets the morning with a quiet chill, where breath fogs lightly and rooftops feel cold to the touch. In Houston, temperatures hover in the mid-30s, enough to make early commutes brisk and keep jackets firmly zipped.
According to the National Weather Service in Houston, today stays dry and calm, with sunshine pushing temperatures into the mid-50s by afternoon. Winds remain light, allowing the cold start to fade quickly once the sun rises. Still, shaded spots and bridges may feel slick early, especially in outlying suburbs.
Tonight cools again, though not as sharply. Lows dip into the mid-30s, setting up another crisp start Thursday. The pattern then flips fast. Thursday turns mostly sunny and noticeably warmer, with highs reaching the low 60s, easing energy demand and outdoor plans.
By Friday, clouds thin and sunshine returns. Highs settle near 50 degrees, cooler than Thursday but still comfortable for late January. Winds stay light, and travel remains smooth across the metro.
Saturday brings another cool-down. Morning lows dip near 31 degrees, introducing a brief freeze risk for sensitive plants, especially north and west of downtown. Sunshine dominates, but highs only reach the low 40s, keeping winter in the picture.
Sunday rebounds quickly. Sunshine pushes highs back toward 50 degrees, offering a pleasant end to the weekend. Looking ahead, temperatures climb even higher early next week, with highs near 60 degrees Monday and into the low 60s Tuesday. A small rain chance appears Tuesday, but impacts remain limited.
The broader 6–10 day outlook favors above-normal temperatures across Texas as February begins, while colder air lingers farther north. For now, Houston’s main concern is managing the quick swings.
Grab layers for early mornings and lighter gear by afternoon. Feeling the chill or enjoying the warmup where you are? Let us know how today feels in your part of Houston.
Five-Day Outlook for Houston, Texas
- Today: Sunny after a cold start, high near 55°
- Thursday: Mostly sunny and warmer, high near 63°
- Friday: Clearing skies, cooler, high near 51°
- Saturday: Sunny but chilly, high near 42°
- Sunday: Sunny and milder, high near 50°
