Houston is opening Tuesday with sunshine, a high near 84°F, and a gentle northeast breeze around 5 mph — one of the more comfortable May days we’ve seen lately. Whether you’re planning a morning walk along Buffalo Bayou or looking ahead to baseball at Daikin Park, get outside and make the most of it.
Today’s Setup
A trough of low pressure has pushed east into Louisiana, and drier northwest flow has moved in behind it, keeping precipitable water below 1 inch. Translation: the thick Gulf Coast humidity has stepped aside for a day. The National Weather Service notes daytime highs are running about 3–5°F above seasonal norms this week, but the dry air makes 84°F feel far more pleasant than your typical Houston May afternoon. Rain chances are essentially zero — just 1%.
Best Window to Be Outside
All of it, honestly. Morning through early afternoon is ideal for a run at Memorial Park, yard work, or a tee time. Low humidity and calm winds make today and Wednesday about as close to perfect golf conditions as this city offers in May. If your bag needs new ammo, check out our guide to the Best Golf Balls for High Handicappers in 2026. Tonight drops to around 69°F — excellent for a patio dinner or a walk through the Heights.
Rain, Wind, or Heat Risk
No active severe weather threat. The Storm Prediction Center has no outlook for the Houston area. The WPC’s excessive rainfall discussion is aimed squarely at the Florida coast — nothing headed our way. One note for allergy sufferers: dry northwest flow can lift pollen counts, so if you’re sensitive, plan your outdoor time for early morning and bring your medication.
Astros vs. Mariners at Daikin Park — Plus Sting at The Pavilion
Two great outdoor events are coming your way this week. The Houston Astros host the Seattle Mariners on Wednesday, May 13 and Thursday, May 14 at Daikin Park. Both afternoons look beautiful — sunny skies, highs near 88°F, and light winds. Tailgating conditions don’t get much better for mid-May. Suit up in a Houston Astros jersey or Houston Astros fitted cap and lock in your seats — Find tickets on StubHub or Get tickets on SeatGeek.
On Wednesday evening, May 13, Sting brings the STING 3.0 Tour to The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion sponsored by Huntsman in The Woodlands. That’s an open-air amphitheater under clear skies with warm temperatures — a near-perfect outdoor concert setup. A Sting t-shirt is the move. Find tickets on StubHub while availability lasts.
Fire Up the Grill Tonight
With a 69°F evening, skip the oven entirely. Burgers, steaks, or grilled chicken with corn on the cob are all calling your name. Nail every cook with an instant-read meat thermometer and keep your grates in shape with a grill brush and scraper set. Need ingredients? You can order groceries on Amazon and have everything delivered well before dinner.
Next Few Days
Wednesday and Thursday stay sunny with highs near 88°F. By late week, a surface high drifts offshore and Gulf moisture begins to return, bringing higher dewpoints, warmer overnight lows, and increasing cloud cover into the weekend. The National Weather Service expects isolated, diurnally driven showers possible Saturday and Sunday — nothing severe, but a return to more typical Houston humidity. Keep an eye on the Houston weather forecast heading into the weekend.
