Houston, Texas – Houston faces an unsettled stretch of weather heading into the weekend, with afternoon thunderstorms and lingering air quality concerns set to impact the metro area. Drivers and outdoor workers should prepare for scattered downpours and sticky humidity through early next week.
According to the National Weather Service in Houston, a 30 percent chance of showers and storms will develop today, mainly between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. Friday and Saturday look drier, with mostly sunny skies and highs near 90, before rain chances return on Sunday and Monday. Each afternoon storm cell could produce brief heavy rainfall and lightning, especially in Harris, Fort Bend, and Montgomery counties.
Air quality alerts remain in place, and stagnant, humid conditions may worsen breathing problems for sensitive groups. Officials recommend limiting outdoor activity in the afternoon, keeping medications on hand, and running air conditioning indoors when possible.
Travelers should expect slick roads during brief downpours, particularly along I-45, U.S. 59, and the Sam Houston Tollway. With temperatures hovering near 90 degrees and heat index values pushing higher, hydration and frequent breaks are advised for anyone working outside.
Storm chances taper off Tuesday, with clearing skies expected by midweek. More advisories may be issued if rainfall totals climb.
Five Day Forecast for Houston, TX:
- Friday: Sunny, high near 91°F.
- Saturday: Mostly sunny, high near 90°F.
- Sunday: 30% chance of thunderstorms, high near 90°F.
- Monday: 30–50% chance of thunderstorms, high near 88°F.
- Tuesday: 20% chance of storms early, then partly sunny, high near 86°F.
