Houston is starting Sunday with a partly sunny sky and a high near 82°F — and while a slight storm chance lingers, the worst of the wet weather is shifting east, giving most of the metro a solid window to enjoy this Memorial Day weekend. Check the full Houston weather forecast for updates throughout the day.
Today’s Setup
The National Weather Service says the trough that’s been dragging rain across the Gulf Coast is weakening and moving east. Precipitation odds sit around 20% Sunday, so most of the metro stays dry. That said, NWS forecasters flagged lingering moisture south of I-10 and east of I-45 — meaning coastal communities like Galveston and League City could still catch an isolated shower. The Flood Watch has been trimmed back to coastal counties only, which is good news for most of Houston proper.
One heads-up: light winds and a damp ground overnight could produce patchy fog along the bayous by Sunday morning. Give yourself extra stopping distance, especially on 610 and the Ship Channel crossings.
Best Window To Be Outside
Sunday is the better half of this holiday weekend outdoors. With a high near 82°F and NE winds at 5–10 mph, Memorial Park trails, Hermann Park, and the Kemah Boardwalk should feel genuinely pleasant through midday. If you’re heading to the Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion for Boni’s Dance: Boni’s Journey Through Time tonight, conditions look manageable — bring a light layer just in case a shower pops after dark.
Rain Risk
A 20% storm chance is real but not a deal-breaker for most plans. Toss a packable rain jacket in your bag and you’re covered without thinking twice. Memorial Day Monday nudges up slightly to 26% with a high near 86°F — mostly sunny, but the atmosphere will stay a little restless. The next more organized storm system is expected to arrive Tuesday night into Wednesday, so front-load your outdoor chores, grilling, and pool time for Sunday and Monday morning.
What To Wear Or Bring
Houston humidity will make 82°F feel warmer than advertised. A cooling neck towel and a Yeti rambler water bottle are smart companions whether you’re at the park or getting nine holes in before noon. Golf fans eyeing gear upgrades can browse outdoor gear deals — including the Callaway Big Bertha 23 Fairway Wood deal if Sunday morning’s window sounds like a good tee time.
Events This Week
The Kid LAROI brings his A Perfect World Tour to Bayou Music Center on Thursday, May 28 — grab tickets on SeatGeek before they’re gone. Then on May 30, Godsmack rocks the Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion on the Rise of Rock World Tour. That’s an outdoor amphitheater, so a Godsmack hoodie is smart insurance if evening storms develop — and it doubles as solid merch. Tickets are available on StubHub.
Rainy Day Dinner Idea
With a slight storm chance hovering over the afternoon, this is a perfect programmable slow cooker Sunday — load it up with chili or beef stew this morning and let it run while you enjoy the nicer part of the day. An enameled cast iron Dutch oven is just as good for a big pot of soup on the stovetop. Need ingredients? You can order groceries on Amazon and have everything for tonight’s dinner delivered right to your door.
Next Few Days
- Memorial Day (Monday): High near 86°F, 26% storm chance — mostly sunny with a stray afternoon shower possible. Good enough for backyard grilling if you keep one eye on the sky.
- Tuesday night–Wednesday: The National Weather Service is tracking the next shortwave trough moving in from the west, bringing a fresh round of showers and storms.
- Pattern: Late May in the Bayou City stays active. Keep watching the Houston weather forecast for timing updates as this next system gets closer.
