Houston, Texas – Scorching heat and the threat of severe weather could disrupt Memorial Day plans across Southeast Texas, with highs reaching 96°F and storms expected to intensify by Monday evening.
According to the National Weather Service in Houston/Galveston, isolated to scattered thunderstorms will develop throughout the day, with the strongest storms likely north of I-10 from College Station to Crockett. A Level 2 of 5 severe risk is in effect, meaning storms could bring damaging winds, large hail, localized flooding, and possibly a brief tornado. The risk for excessive rainfall also peaks Monday evening and continues into early Tuesday, especially for inland counties.
Cities like Huntsville, Livingston, and Conroe may see repeated rounds of heavy rain, while heat index values could soar to 104°F in areas like Columbus and Bay City. Houston and surrounding suburbs remain under a marginal risk but could still see afternoon downpours.
In addition, a high risk of rip currents is in place for all Gulf-facing beaches through Tuesday morning. Beachgoers in Galveston, Freeport, and Surfside are urged to stay out of the water and follow safety guidelines.
Storm chances persist through the week, with temperatures staying in the upper 80s to low 90s. More alerts may be issued as conditions evolve.
