Texas – The air feels thick and warm across Houston this morning, and clouds are already hinting at changes ahead. A few breaks of sun will push temperatures into the low 80s, but storm chances begin building before the afternoon commute.
According to the National Weather Service in Houston, a 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms develops mainly between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m., with south winds increasing to 15 mph and gusts near 25 mph.
Across Harris County and into areas like Sugar Land, Pasadena, and The Woodlands, most of the day stays dry, but isolated storms could quickly develop. Drivers on I-45, I-10, and Beltway 8 should watch for brief downpours that reduce visibility with little warning. Keep sunglasses and an umbrella nearby.
Conditions stay warm and muggy into tonight as clouds increase. By Thursday and Friday, scattered storm chances continue, especially during the afternoon hours, but coverage remains limited.
The bigger shift arrives heading into the weekend. Rain chances climb sharply, reaching around 70 percent by Saturday as more widespread showers and thunderstorms move in. Expect wet roads, slower travel, and possible ponding in low-lying areas by Saturday night.
Sunday remains unsettled with lingering rain chances before a gradual drying trend begins early next week. Temperatures cool slightly into the upper 60s by Sunday before rebounding.
With spring events and travel picking up ahead of Easter, now is the time to stay weather-aware and flexible. Conditions may shift quickly as this pattern evolves.
If you’re heading out today, stay alert for pop-up storms. Are you seeing clouds building in your area yet?
Five Day Forecast for Houston, Texas:
Today: Chance of storms, high near 83°F
Tonight: Mostly cloudy, low near 72°F
Thursday: Chance of storms, high near 83°F
Friday: Chance of showers, high near 83°F
Saturday: Showers likely, high near 83°F
