exas skies hang gray over Houston this morning, and the air feels heavy with 90% humidity as commuters move along I-45 and the Gulf Freeway. Pavement remains damp in spots, and clouds will hold firm through much of the day as temperatures climb into the lower 80s.
According to the National Weather Service in Houston, highs reach near 81 today with mostly cloudy skies and southeast winds gusting to 20 mph. That onshore flow keeps moisture locked in place. By Friday afternoon, a 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms develops, increasing into the weekend as a frontal boundary approaches the southern Plains.
Thursday turns partly sunny and warmer, with highs near 82. Clouds increase again by evening. Friday brings the next organized rain chance after lunchtime, and isolated thunderstorms could briefly slow traffic on Beltway 8 and Highway 59.
Storm coverage expands Saturday. Showers become likely by afternoon, and rain chances rise to 70%. Expect periods of steady rain and occasional thunder into Sunday, when rain chances peak near 80%. Plan extra travel time this weekend and keep devices charged in case of isolated power flickers.
Early next week trends slightly cooler but stays unsettled, with lingering shower chances into Monday and Tuesday. Longer-range signals show above-normal temperatures building across Texas through mid-March, reinforcing early spring warmth.
And remember, clocks spring ahead at 2 a.m. Sunday. We gain nearly 70 minutes of daylight this month. Are you ready for brighter evenings, Houston?
Five Day Outlook for Houston, Texas:
Today: High 81, mostly cloudy.
Thursday: High 82, partly sunny.
Friday: High 83, 30% chance of storms after afternoon.
Saturday: High 82, showers likely, 70% chance.
Sunday: High 78, showers and storms likely, 80% chance.
