HOUSTON, TX – As Houston approaches mid-week, residents can expect mild but breezy weather conditions, with temperatures climbing to 87°F by Wednesday afternoon. A patch of fog will blanket the region overnight, potentially impacting early morning visibility.
According to the National Weather Service, Houston will experience patchy fog after 5 a.m. on Wednesday, April 2, with clearer skies expected by mid-morning. Morning lows will hover around 68°F, while the high temperature is projected to reach 87°F in the afternoon. Winds will be moderate, blowing southeast at 5-15 mph, with gusts of up to 25 mph.
This stretch of weather is expected to remain relatively calm, with partly cloudy skies and mild temperatures through the rest of the week. The forecast for Thursday calls for similar conditions, with a high of 87°F. However, Friday brings a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1 p.m., especially in the late afternoon and evening. Temperatures will again rise into the mid-80s, with gusty winds and a 20% chance of rain.
The National Weather Service advises residents to remain cautious while driving in areas with fog early Wednesday morning, especially on highways like I-45 and I-10, where visibility could be reduced.
As the week progresses, the weather will stay warm with scattered thunderstorms likely for the weekend, starting Saturday. Temperatures are expected to stay in the 80s, with Sunday offering a higher chance of showers.
Five-Day Weather Outlook:
- Wednesday: Partly sunny, high of 87°F, with breezy winds up to 25 mph
- Thursday: Mostly sunny, high of 87°F
- Friday: 20% chance of showers and thunderstorms, high of 85°F
- Saturday: 40% chance of rain and thunderstorms, high of 83°F
- Sunday: Showers likely, high around 81°F
