Texas – Lightning flickers across the Houston skyline while thick humidity and building storms signal a messy stretch for drivers this afternoon.
According to the National Weather Service, showers and thunderstorms are increasing across southeast Texas, with rain chances climbing to 90% and wind gusts reaching 30 mph in stronger cells. Some storms may produce brief heavy rainfall totals nearing 1 inch, leading to ponding on roads and reduced visibility.
Across Houston, Pasadena, and Sugar Land, drivers along I-45, I-10, and the 610 Loop should expect slick pavement and sudden slowdowns. Storms may intensify quickly through mid to late afternoon. Keep phones charged and avoid flood-prone underpasses where water can rise fast.
Conditions begin to improve heading into Sunday as the main storm line pushes east. Skies turn partly sunny, with highs near 71°F and a noticeable drop in humidity. It will feel calmer, but not quiet for long.
Moisture returns late Monday, bringing another round of scattered storms into early Tuesday. While coverage looks lower, isolated downpours and lightning could still impact travel during peak hours.
Temperatures hold steady in the low 70s before warming toward the upper 70s by midweek. That gradual warm-up signals a more typical spring pattern returning to southeast Texas.
Five Day Forecast for Houston, TX:
Saturday: Thunderstorms likely, high near 84°F
Sunday: Partly sunny, slight shower chance, high near 71°F
Monday: Partly sunny, high near 71°F
Tuesday: Storm chance increases, high near 72°F
Wednesday: Showers and storms possible, high near 79°F
