Houston residents should prepare for a wet and wild weekend, a high probability of showers and thunderstorms hitting the region. The detailed outlook for Today indicates a 30 percent chance of showers primarily before 1 p.m., amid patchy morning fog, and a high near 74 degrees. Evening conditions suggest a slight shower risk between 11 p.m. and 3 a.m., followed by a chance of showers and thunderstorms, with continued cloudy skies and a low around 64 degrees, as reported by the National Weather Service.
The weather threat level is ramped up for Saturday, with the NWS Storm Prediction Center in Norman, OK designating the area as having a marginal risk for severe thunderstorms, which could bring isolated damaging wind gusts, hail, and a possible tornado threat. According to the outlook, "Thunderstorms, associated with isolated damaging wind gusts, hail and a marginal tornado threat, will be possible on Saturday across parts of south-central and southeast Texas." The center points to an upper-level low trekking across the Desert Southwest, potentially sparking off thunderstorms over South Texas, assisted by a cold front pressing southeastward into the area. (SPC)
Throughout Saturday, heavy rains threaten to add to the severe weather mix, with new rainfall amounts of a quarter to half an inch possible, raising the chance of precipitation to a stark 80 percent. By Sunday, the forecast suggests a 70 percent probability of continued showers and thunderstorms, especially before noon. The high for Sunday will hover near 71 degrees, with winds expected to shift from the southeast to the west in the afternoon. As the stormy pattern wanes, the weather on Monday is anticipated to clear up, promising sunny skies and cooler temperatures near 57 degrees. (National Weather Service)
The NWS Houston also took to X to emphasize the potential for heavy rainfall this weekend, brought on by a slow-moving or stalled cold front. They warned that the storms "could produce locally heavy rainfall and gusty winds." This comes as residents still need to remain vigilant for the possibility of weather disruptions, particularly given the forecast's implications for outdoor plans and travel. Houstonians are advised to closely monitor weather updates as the conditions develop.
Widespread showers and thunderstorms are expected this Saturday from a slow-moving/stalled cold front. These storms could produce locally heavy rainfall and gusty winds. #TXwx #HOUwx pic.twitter.com/CeB4b6QDhC
— NWS Houston (@NWSHouston) February 9, 2024
