HOUSTON, TX – Low clouds and a blanket of fog hang over Houston this Thursday morning as light rain continues to fall across the metro area. Car headlights cut through the misty air near I-45, while steady drizzle leaves roadways slick and visibility reduced. The region’s first early December system has brought scattered thunderstorms and heavier pockets of rain since dawn, prompting a Weather Alert for commuters.
According to the National Weather Service in Houston, showers will linger through the day with a few thunderstorms possible before tapering late tonight. Rainfall totals remain modest — generally under an inch — but with near-100% humidity, wet conditions may persist longer on shaded streets and bridges.
By Friday afternoon, skies will begin to clear as drier air slides in from the northwest. Temperatures will climb steadily into the mid-60s by Saturday, bringing a noticeable shift toward calm, pleasant weather for early holiday events, outdoor dining, and yard prep before next week’s cooler push.
Residents are urged to allow extra travel time during the day as fog and wet pavement continue to slow morning and midday commutes. Those along I-10 and Beltway 8 should watch for reduced visibility and hydroplaning risks in low-lying areas.
Five-Day Outlook (Houston Area):
- Friday: High 53°F, chance of showers early, gradual clearing.
- Saturday: High 65°F, partly sunny and mild.
- Sunday: High 68°F, mostly sunny, calm winds.
- Monday: High 62°F, sunny, cooler morning lows in the 40s.
- Tuesday: High 64°F, bright and dry.
