Houston is waking up to showers and thunderstorms overnight with temperatures around 56°F, so keep an umbrella handy if you’re heading out early Sunday morning.
Here’s what’s happening: A cold front pushed through Saturday afternoon—and boy, did it pack a punch. Our friends at the National Weather Service reported some serious rainfall rates (4-6 inches per hour in spots!) that led to street flooding east of I-45 inside the 610 loop and even shut down portions of I-10. If you’re in those areas, take extra care navigating flooded streets this morning.
Sunday’s Forecast
Showers and thunderstorms will linger through about 8 AM CT, with a 50% chance of precipitation and gusts up to 25 mph from the northeast. After that system clears out, we’ll see partly sunny skies develop by late morning, with highs climbing to around 71°F. It’s a pleasant spring day once the rain moves out—perfect for a stroll through Hermann Park or along the Buffalo Bayou trails after the wet weather passes.
If you’re heading to the Houston Astros game at Daikin Park today against the St. Louis Cardinals, plan for wet conditions in the early innings. Bring a packable rain jacket and a compact travel umbrella for tailgating. The field should dry out nicely by game time, and you’ll have decent conditions for the afternoon matchup.
Looking Ahead
Sunday night stays mostly cloudy and dry with lows around 58°F—great sleeping weather after the overnight storms. Monday shapes up as a quieter day with mostly cloudy skies and just a 20% chance of light rain showers after 1 PM CT. Highs near 71°F make it a solid day for outdoor plans, though keep a waterproof phone pouch handy just in case.
The good news: the Weather Prediction Center has ruled out any flash flood threat for Sunday and Monday, so we’re in the clear for major flooding concerns despite the overnight moisture.
Rainy Day Plans
With overnight storms keeping us indoors, tonight’s the perfect time to fire up a slow cooker with a hearty beef stew or a big pot of chili—comfort food that’ll be ready when you need it. The aroma will fill your home while you catch up on a board game collection with the family or just relax with a good book. Did you know you can order groceries on Amazon? Get everything you need for tonight’s dinner—beef, vegetables, broth, and spices—delivered straight to your door.
Stay safe out there, Houston. The worst of the weather is behind us, and we’re heading into a much quieter stretch come Monday.
Extended Outlook: Seasonal conditions expected through early next week with another round of shower chances returning mid-week. Keep checking Houston weather forecasts for updates.
