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Texas Weather: Houston Oct. 26-Nov. 1, Halloween Storm Risk
Houston, TX – Houston residents can expect another warm late October week, with afternoon temperatures remaining in the 80s and a chance of thunderstorms arriving just in time for Halloween. The forec
By Marcus Hale · 2026-10-26T09:31:14.735Z
Houston, TX – Houston residents can expect another warm late October week, with afternoon temperatures remaining in the 80s and a chance of thunderstorms arriving just in time for Halloween. The forecast could affect outdoor celebrations across Houston and Harris County before temperatures climb even higher Sunday, November 1.
According to the National Weather Service in Houston, Monday, October 26, will bring mostly sunny skies and a high near 82 degrees. Northeast winds around 5 mph are expected before mostly cloudy conditions develop overnight, with temperatures falling to approximately 66 degrees.
Tuesday, October 27, remains mostly cloudy, with a high near 81 degrees. East winds around 5 mph will accompany another mild afternoon before overnight temperatures settle near 68 degrees.
Wednesday, October 28, brings mostly sunny skies and temperatures reaching approximately 83 degrees. A 20% chance of showers develops after 1 p.m., although widespread rainfall is not indicated.
Thursday, October 29, offers another mostly sunny day, with temperatures reaching around 81 degrees. Mostly cloudy skies return overnight, with lows near 67 degrees.
Friday, October 30, brings partly sunny conditions and a high near 80 degrees. A 20% chance of showers develops after 1 p.m., followed by mostly cloudy skies Friday night.
Halloween on Saturday, October 31, could bring showers and thunderstorms, with the National Weather Service forecasting a 30% chance of precipitation.
Despite the rain possibility, Saturday temperatures are expected to reach approximately 83 degrees, keeping conditions warm for families planning Halloween activities.
Saturday night should become partly cloudy, with temperatures falling to around 69 degrees.
Sunday, November 1, brings mostly sunny skies and a high near 85 degrees, making it the warmest day of the forecast period.
Unlike most of the country, Houston will not change clocks Sunday because of a local exception; daylight saving time ends across Texas at 2 a.m., when clocks move backward one hour.
Residents planning Halloween events should monitor updated forecasts for changes in thunderstorm timing and coverage.