Houston, Texas – Showers and thunderstorms are expected to increase across Southeast Texas this weekend as a slow-moving cold front moves into the region, bringing the potential for severe storms and heavy rainfall.
According to the National Weather Service in Houston/Galveston, isolated strong to severe storms could begin developing Friday afternoon and continue into Friday night, mainly north of Interstate 10, including areas in the Brazos Valley and Piney Woods region.
The primary threats with any stronger storms include damaging wind gusts, hail, and locally heavy rainfall.
Storm activity is expected to become more widespread Saturday afternoon into Saturday night as the cold front moves farther into Southeast Texas.
Much of the region, including Houston, College Station, and surrounding communities, is under a slight risk (Level 2 of 5) for severe storms on Saturday.
Forecasters say storms during this time could produce damaging winds, hail, and periods of heavy rainfall.
Heavy rain may also lead to localized flooding, especially in urban areas or locations that experience repeated storms.
The Weather Prediction Center has placed parts of Southeast Texas along and north of Interstate 10 under a slight risk (Level 2 of 4) for excessive rainfall on Saturday, meaning scattered flash flooding could occur.
By Sunday, the cold front is expected to stall over the region, allowing scattered showers and thunderstorms to continue through the afternoon or evening.
Although the flash flood risk is expected to decrease slightly Sunday, a marginal risk for excessive rainfall remains across Southeast Texas, meaning isolated flooding is still possible.
Meteorologists say most flooding issues would likely involve minor urban flooding or rises on small streams, but residents should remain alert for changing weather conditions.
Officials encourage residents to stay weather aware and have multiple ways to receive warnings, especially if severe storms develop.
