Texas – Dark clouds drift over Houston this morning as warm Gulf air builds across Southeast Texas, setting the stage for scattered afternoon thunderstorms. Streets remain mostly dry early, but humid air and strengthening winds signal a stormier pattern developing across the metro.
According to the National Weather Service in Houston/Galveston, temperatures will climb to around 82 degrees today as clouds gradually break for some sunshine. A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms develops during the mid-afternoon, especially between roughly 3 p.m. and early evening.
Drivers along Interstate 45, I-10, and the 610 Loop should stay alert for sudden downpours later today. Gusty south winds may reach 25 mph, and brief thunderstorms could reduce visibility during heavier bursts of rain.
Storm chances increase heading into the weekend as Gulf moisture deepens. Saturday brings scattered thunderstorms and showers with rain chances climbing toward 70 percent across Harris County and surrounding suburbs. Temperatures remain warm, reaching the low 80s again before storms become more widespread later in the day.
Rain becomes more organized Sunday with an 80 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms across the Houston area. Wet roads and occasional lightning could affect outdoor plans across Southeast Texas.
Early Sunday morning also marks the seasonal time change. Clocks spring forward one hour at 2 a.m., delivering later sunsets and longer daylight during the evening commute.
Unsettled spring weather continues into early next week. Additional storms remain possible Monday and Tuesday with highs holding near the low 80s.
Meteorologists say the broader pattern favors warmer-than-normal conditions across Texas into mid-March. Some locations could see several days approaching early-season heat levels.
If you’re traveling across Houston later today, keep an eye on building clouds and sudden showers. Are storms already forming in your neighborhood?
Five Day Outlook – Houston, Texas
Friday: Mostly cloudy, slight chance of afternoon thunderstorms. High 82°F.
Saturday: Thunderstorms likely with periods of rain. High 83°F.
Sunday: Showers and thunderstorms likely. High 76°F. Clocks spring forward early morning.
Monday: Chance of thunderstorms and showers. High 81°F.
Tuesday: Chance of storms, cloudy at times. High 81°F.
