Houston, Texas – Isolated thunderstorms are expected to develop across Houston by early Monday afternoon, posing a summer travel risk just in time for the workday commute. Drivers along I-45 should plan for reduced visibility and possible street flooding after 1 p.m., as heat and moisture fuel unstable air across the region.
According to the National Weather Service, there’s a 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms developing after midday Monday, with skies remaining mostly sunny and highs near 91°F. Winds will stay light from the south around 5 mph but could become gusty in and around any storms.
By Monday night, conditions will calm with partly cloudy skies and lows near 76°F, but the chance for rain returns Tuesday and Wednesday, particularly in the afternoon. Tuesday’s high will climb to 92°F, with storm chances increasing to 50 percent by late day.
Wednesday brings more sun, but another 40 percent chance of storms could impact the city after 1 p.m., with highs nearing 93°F. Drivers and outdoor workers should remain alert for pop-up downpours.
Prepare now: Carry water, avoid flooded roads, and reschedule outdoor plans if thunder roars.
🔎 Five-Day Forecast: Houston, TX (July 7–12)
- Monday: Mostly sunny, 91°F — 30% chance of PM thunderstorms
- Tuesday: Partly sunny, 92°F — 50% chance of PM thunderstorms
- Wednesday: Sunny, 93°F — 40% chance of PM thunderstorms
- Thursday: Sunny, 94°F — 20% chance of PM thunderstorms
- Friday: Sunny, 96°F — Very hot and dry
Heads-up for the weekend: Friday kicks off a hot and dry stretch, with temps nearing triple digits and minimal rain chances through Saturday, when highs are forecast to reach 95°F. Stay hydrated and limit afternoon exposure.
