Texas – Thick fog clings to highways this morning, blurring taillights and soaking the pavement. The air feels warm for now, but that comfort is deceptive as a sharp weather turn lines up across southeast Texas.
A Winter Storm Watch is in effect from Saturday morning through Sunday afternoon for Houston and much of southeast Texas. An Extreme Cold Watch and Dense Fog Advisory are also posted. According to the National Weather Service, freezing rain and sleet are possible, with light ice accumulations that could create dangerous travel conditions.
Rain develops Saturday as colder air pushes south. Temperatures fall steadily through the day, setting the stage for rain to change over to freezing rain by Saturday night. Roads that look merely wet earlier may glaze over quickly once temperatures dip below freezing.
Travel impacts could be significant. Elevated roadways, overpasses, and ramps along I-10, I-45, and the Sam Houston Tollway are especially vulnerable. Power outages and tree damage are possible where ice builds, even if totals remain modest.
Cold deepens into Sunday morning. Overnight lows may fall near 28 degrees, cold enough to freeze pipes and damage sensitive plants. Any lingering moisture on roads could refreeze, creating hidden slick spots well after precipitation ends.
Sunday brings gradual improvement, but hazards may linger into the morning. Skies trend drier later in the day, though temperatures stay chilly. Looking ahead, national outlooks show colder-than-normal air lingering into early next week, with precipitation chances rising again across parts of the central U.S.
Residents should prepare now. Monitor updates, avoid unnecessary travel during icing periods, and protect pipes and pets. Keep extra distance if driving and slow down on foggy roads today.
Five-Day Outlook for Houston, Texas
- Today: Dense fog early, warm, high near 70°
- Friday: Mostly cloudy, scattered showers, high near 66°
- Saturday: Rain, turning colder, high near 54°
- Sunday: Chance of freezing rain early, high near 33°
- Monday: Sunny and cold, high near 39°
