Houston, Texas – Strong to severe storms and heavy rainfall are expected to impact the Houston metro area and Southeast Texas starting Wednesday and continuing into early Saturday, raising concerns for localized flooding and hazardous travel.
According to the National Weather Service in Houston/Galveston, scattered thunderstorms are expected to develop Wednesday afternoon and evening as a cold front moves into the region. Some storms could become strong to severe, producing large hail, damaging wind gusts and isolated tornadoes.
Rainfall rates could reach 2 to 4 inches per hour in stronger storms, increasing the risk of street flooding, especially in low-lying or poorly drained areas. Officials urge residents to remain weather-aware and avoid driving through flooded roadways.
The threat intensifies Thursday into Friday, when widespread showers and storms are expected across Southeast Texas. Forecast models indicate total rainfall amounts of 2 to 4 inches, with locally higher totals possible—especially north of Interstate 10.
Forecasters have placed much of the region under a marginal risk for severe weather and excessive rainfall Wednesday, with a slight risk of excessive rainfall expanding Friday into early Saturday. This means a higher potential for flash flooding as storms repeatedly move over the same areas.
Temperatures will remain warm and humid ahead of the front, with highs in the upper 80s to low 90s and heat index values approaching 100 degrees before storms develop.
Residents are encouraged to monitor updates, have multiple ways to receive warnings and prepare for rapidly changing conditions through the rest of the week.
