Houston wakes up to a mostly cloudy morning giving way to sunshine today, with a high near 97°F and only a 6% chance of rain, according to the National Weather Service — sunscreen and water, not an umbrella, are today’s must-haves.
Today’s Setup
Overnight lows sat around 81°F under mostly cloudy skies, and Sunday brings sunny conditions with a light northwest wind around 5 mph. Houston/Galveston forecasters say a long-awaited “cold” front is pushing through Texas overnight, stalling near the coast but dragging drier air inland. Areas north of I-10 should see dew points drop into the 60s by afternoon — the Brazos Valley could even flirt with 50s — while the coast stays muggy with dew points in the mid-to-upper 70s.
Best Window To Be Outside
With humidity easing inland through the afternoon, it’s a solid day for yard work, a walk along Buffalo Bayou, or an evening at Memorial Park. The NWS notes isolated showers or storms can’t be fully ruled out near the coast and offshore this morning, and even a stray shower along the lingering frontal boundary this afternoon — so keep an eye on radar if you’re headed toward Galveston Bay. Inland Houston should stay dry all day.
Heat And Humidity Risk
No SPC severe weather outlook and no excessive rainfall risk are in play for our area today. The bigger story is heat: inland highs reach the upper 90s, but forecasters say the highest heat index values (104-106°F) will actually show up along the coast because of that lingering humidity. Monday pushes even hotter, with a high near 99°F and heat index values as high as 104°F as ridging aloft strengthens overhead.
What To Wear And Bring
Light, breathable layers and constant hydration are the move. Anglers heading out on Galveston Bay before the afternoon heat builds should grab the UPF 50+ Sun Hoodie deal for just $5 this fishing season. Golfers should tee off early — pack a golf polo shirt men for breathability, and Pinemeadow Golf wedges are worth a look if you’re upgrading your short game before midday heat sets in.
Astros Gameday And This Week Ahead
The Houston Astros host the Texas Rangers today at Daikin Park in sunny, hot conditions — stay hydrated if you’re tailgating, and grab a Houston Astros jersey or Houston Astros fitted cap to rep the Crew. The Astros return home against the Toronto Blue Jays Tuesday, Aug. 4 and Wednesday, Aug. 5, while the Houston Texans open 2026 Training Camp at Reliant Stadium that same week. Looking ahead, The Black Crowes and Whiskey Myers bring the Southern Hospitality Tour to The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion on Saturday, Aug. 8 — find tickets on StubHub and grab The Black Crowes t-shirt if you’re going.
Dinner Tonight
With clear skies and a warm evening ahead, tonight is built for the grill — burgers, steaks, or grilled chicken with corn on the cob. An instant-read meat thermometer takes the guesswork out of doneness, and a grill brush and scraper set keeps the grates ready to go. Need ingredients? You can order groceries on Amazon and have everything for tonight’s dinner delivered to your door.
Next Few Days
Monday stays sunny and even hotter, with a high near 99°F and heat index values up to 104°F. Monday night cools to around 79°F under clear skies before the heat builds right back in behind it. For more day-by-day detail, check the Houston weather forecast, and browse outdoor gear deals to stay comfortable through this hot stretch.
