Houston, TX – Southeast Texas drivers should prepare for patchy fog and isolated rain showers starting Monday night into Tuesday morning. A warming trend is increasing humidity levels, creating ideal conditions for dense fog across the region, particularly during early commutes.
According to the National Weather Service (NWS) Houston-Galveston office, Monday night will see mostly cloudy skies with lows around 62°F. A 20% chance of showers may develop after 3 a.m. Tuesday brings the potential for thunderstorms, especially after 9 a.m., with highs reaching 73°F. Roads like I-45 and U.S. Route 59 could experience reduced visibility during these times.
Travelers should plan for slower commutes Tuesday morning and consider leaving earlier to navigate foggy conditions safely. Experts recommend using low beams and maintaining a safe following distance to avoid accidents. By Tuesday evening, showers and thunderstorms may intensify, with southeast winds gusting at 10 mph.
Christmas Day on Wednesday offers a mix of conditions, including a 30% chance of morning rain and thunderstorms before skies clear, leading to highs near 73°F. Looking further into the week, Thursday could bring the heaviest rainfall, with a 70% chance of evening thunderstorms, followed by cooler and drier weather heading into the weekend.
Residents should monitor updates from the NWS and consider altering travel plans, especially during foggy or stormy periods.
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