Houston, TX — A sunny stretch of spring weather will dominate Houston’s skies this week, but gusty winds may complicate daily commutes.
The National Weather Service forecasts a dry and mostly sunny pattern from Monday through Friday, with daytime highs reaching 85°F and wind gusts peaking near 20 mph. Travelers along Houston’s I-45 and I-610 corridors should remain alert, particularly during late morning and early afternoon hours when wind speeds increase.
According to the National Weather Service, Monday will bring mostly sunny skies and a high near 85°F. South winds between 5 to 10 mph will shift northeast by Tuesday afternoon, continuing through midweek with breezy intervals. Tuesday and Wednesday remain mostly sunny, with highs in the low 80s. Winds could gust as high as 20 mph, especially on Tuesday, which may impact lightweight outdoor items and high-profile vehicles.
By Thursday, highs will again approach 85°F under mostly sunny skies. Evening lows will hover around the upper 60s to low 70s throughout the week, offering warm, comfortable nights typical of mid-April in southeast Texas.
No rain is expected through Saturday. Residents should continue to monitor local alerts for any air quality issues due to stagnant conditions or wind-driven dust. Outdoor workers and allergy-sensitive individuals should take precautions during afternoon hours when pollen and dust may spike.
Five-Day Extended Forecast:
- Monday: Mostly sunny, high 85°F
- Tuesday: Mostly sunny, high 82°F
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny, high 81°F
- Thursday: Mostly sunny, high 85°F
- Friday: Partly sunny, high near 87°F