Houston, Texas – Drivers across Houston could face reduced visibility early Thursday as patchy fog develops along major routes including I-45. The fog is expected to lift by midmorning, but rising heat will bring another day of dangerous conditions.
According to the National Weather Service, temperatures in Houston will reach the mid-90s Thursday, with a heat index near 104. Officials urge residents to limit outdoor activity, stay hydrated, and check on vulnerable neighbors as the late-summer heat wave continues.
Friday brings more sun and heat, with highs near 94. By Saturday, conditions shift as scattered thunderstorms move into the area, increasing the risk of lightning and brief heavy rain during the afternoon. Drivers should remain alert for sudden downpours, especially on highways like U.S. 59 and the Sam Houston Tollway.
Saturday night into Sunday carries higher rain chances, with thunderstorms likely to develop across Houston and surrounding Harris County. Stronger cells could bring localized flooding in low-lying areas and disrupt outdoor events. Residents planning fall sports, including high school football, should prepare for possible lightning delays.
Looking into next week, the heat slowly eases, though storms remain possible through Monday. By midweek, sunnier conditions return with temperatures closer to seasonal averages.
The National Weather Service will continue monitoring the storm potential through the weekend. Residents are encouraged to stay tuned for advisories and avoid flooded roadways if storms intensify.
Five Day Forecast for Houston, Texas:
- Thursday: Patchy fog early, mostly sunny, high 95, heat index near 104.
- Friday: Mostly sunny, high 94, humid.
- Saturday: Slight chance of storms in the morning, storms more likely by afternoon. High 92.
- Sunday: Storms likely, partly sunny otherwise, high 88.
- Monday: Isolated storms, high 90, humidity remains.
