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Houston Prepares for Weather Rollercoaster with Showers, Thunderstorms, and Arctic Blast Ahead

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Published on February 18, 2025
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Houston residents can anticipate a mix of weather this week, beginning with the possibility of showers and thunderstorms in the afternoon, with temperatures reaching around 64 degrees. As the day continues, additional showers are expected, and a thunderstorm may develop after 3 p.m., with east winds gusting up to 20 mph, as forecast by the National Weather Service.

A strong cold front will bring an Arctic blast, significantly dropping temperatures in Houston tonight, along with the potential for isolated hail from a few strong storms that may form. The cold trend will persist, with a Cold Weather Advisory in effect from 3 a.m. to 10 a.m. tomorrow for some areas, warning locals of wind chills ranging from 15 to 20 degrees, according to FOX 26 Houston.

Looking ahead, Wednesday brings a cloudy morning with the possibility of the sky clearing up later, leading to a mostly sunny day with steady temperatures around 42 degrees. The North wind will not ease up but shall continue briskly, blowing 15 to 20 mph with gusts possibly reaching as high as 30 mph.

The second half of the week will bring a brief break from the cold, with daily temperatures expected to rise into the 40s from tomorrow through Friday, though another light freeze is possible in the mornings. Sunday's forecast includes highs in the 60s, and by Monday, temperatures may reach around 72, with the possibility of highs in the low 80s next week.