Houston residents are experiencing a gloomy end to the week with cloudy skies and temperatures near 40 degrees. Northeast winds are blowing at 10 mph, with gusts reaching up to 20 mph, according to the National Weather Service. The wind chills are making it feel like the 20s in many areas.
There is a slight chance of showers overnight between 3 am and 5 am, with a 20% chance of precipitation. The northeast breeze will persist at 5 to 10 mph. The first night of Galveston’s Mardi Gras is expected to be cold and breezy, according to FOX 26 Houston.
Saturday afternoon, after 3 pm, will bring showers and possibly a thunderstorm, with an 80% chance of rain by nightfall. Sunday will see continued showers, potential thunderstorms, and a 70% chance of rain, with temperatures reaching near 56 degrees.
Next week, milder south winds and sunshine are expected, with temperatures ranging from the upper 60s to upper 70s and a slight chance of rain. Morning fog may affect commuters. The Houston Rodeo will likely experience a spring-like pattern with temperatures in the 70s, though a cool-down may occur by Sunday or late Saturday.
