Today’s Weather: Watch for Scattered Storms This Afternoon
Houston’s had quite the wet weekend, and we’re not completely out of the woods just yet. This afternoon, there’s a slight chance (about 20%) of scattered showers and thunderstorms before 4 p.m., with highs reaching 81°F and south winds gusting up to 25 mph. Nothing severe is expected, but if you’re heading out for lunch or an early afternoon activity, keep an eye on the sky.
Here’s the good news: our local National Weather Service forecasters tell us the atmosphere is pretty “worked over” from yesterday’s heavy rain, so another round of significant storms is unlikely. That said, if you’re planning outdoor activities this afternoon—grilling dinner, yard work, or heading to a Rockets game—an umbrella tucked in the car is smart thinking. The rain chances drop significantly after 4 p.m., though scattered storms remain possible overnight, mainly north of the Brazos Valley and Piney Woods areas.
Tonight and Tuesday: Clearing Skies Ahead
By tonight, we’ll see mostly cloudy skies with lows around 71°F and just a 15% chance of rain. Tuesday looks much better—partly sunny with highs near 82°F and minimal rain chances. If you’ve been itching to get outside, Tuesday is your day. Perfect weather for a round of golf, a fishing trip to one of the local bayous, or finally tackling that yard work you’ve been putting off.
Mid-Week: Summer Arrives Early
Wednesday and Thursday will feel increasingly summer-like, with highs in the low 80s and mostly sunny skies. Humidity will be climbing, but nothing extreme yet. This is ideal weather for outdoor projects—if you’ve been meaning to mow the lawn or do some landscaping, these next few days are your window.
Next Weekend: Rain Returns
Looking ahead, a cold front is expected to move into Southeast Texas by the weekend, bringing rain chances back into the forecast. We’ll have more details on that as we get closer, but for now, enjoy the beautiful stretch coming your way.
Bottom Line
Today calls for caution with scattered storms possible this afternoon, so keep an umbrella and maybe some waterproof boots handy if you’re heading out. But starting tomorrow, we’re looking at a stretch of pleasant spring weather—the kind that makes Houston feel special before the summer heat really settles in. Get your outdoor plans locked in for Tuesday through Thursday!