Houston, Texas – Texans should brace for scorching heat and scattered thunderstorms Friday, August 1st, as a summer weather alert looms over the Houston metro. High temperatures will push near 98°F, with a heat index soaring to 105°F and rain chances climbing through the afternoon, bringing localized flooding risks during the evening commute.
According to the National Weather Service, a slight chance of storms will develop late Friday morning, becoming more widespread between 1 p.m. and 6 p.m. across Harris County and along major thoroughfares like I-45 and U.S. 59. South winds will shift to the west as storms arrive, briefly calming by nightfall. Rain potential sits at 30%, with isolated lightning and brief downpours possible.
Saturday brings more widespread rain, with a 60% chance of storms between noon and 4 p.m., keeping roads slick and skies overcast. Sunday offers a slight break with mostly sunny skies and highs in the mid-90s before rain returns early next week.
⚠️ Tips: Avoid non-essential travel during afternoon peak heat and storm windows. Stay hydrated, limit outdoor work, and use caution on wet roads.
More updates may follow as storm timing shifts. Keep alerts active through the weekend.
🔭 Extended Five-Day Forecast: Houston, TX
- Friday, August 1:
High near 98°F. Chance of storms 30% after 10 a.m. Heat index up to 105°F. - Saturday, August 2:
60% chance of thunderstorms, mainly 1–4 p.m. High 96°F. - Sunday, August 3:
Mostly sunny. Slight rain chance early. High near 95°F. - Monday, August 4:
Partly cloudy with a 40% storm chance after 1 p.m. High 93°F. - Tuesday, August 5:
Mostly sunny and hot. High 93°F. Slight storm chance in the evening.
