The Houston area is anticipating a blend of sun and clouds this Sunday with conditions favorable for those attending outdoor events such as the Texans game. The early hours of the day may experience a touch of fog, but temperatures are expected to rise from the upper-60s in the morning to reach the upper-80s by afternoon. According to a report by Click2Houston, the warmth does not represent the climatic norm for this period, as temperatures have been consistently about 4 degrees above the average this season.
Despite the recent spike in temperatures, relief seems to be on the horizon. A strong fall cold front is expected to pass through next Wednesday, which will introduce a significant drop in both temperatures and humidity levels in Houston. This shift will also bring about a change in wind patterns and a decrease in evening temperatures, going down to the upper-40s and 50s, a Click2Houston forecast suggests. Residents will experience a deviation from the mid-and-upper 80s that have characterized the first half of November.
While Tropical Storm Rafael lingers, its strength is declining under less favorable conditions and it is currently being redirected towards Mexico by a cold front. This system poses no direct impact on Southeast Texas beyond increased rip currents and rough seas throughout the weekend, as detailed by Click2Houston.
Looking ahead, a pleasant shift is forecasted for the end of the coming week. As the front moves through, Houstonians can look forward to temperatures cooling down into the 70s, with what is being described as "fall fantastic" weather. For a comprehensive look at the weather expected over the next ten days, refer to the National Weather Service's forecast on their website.
