The skies of Houston are set to quickly shift from the recent dry conditions to a more turbulent weather pattern. According to the National Weather Service, starting Memorial Day, Houstonians could see "a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1pm," along with potential heavy rainfall in some areas. While the morning may start dry, risks increase as the day progresses with the South wind picking up to between 10 to 15 mph, gusting as high as 25 mph.
As the holiday evening approaches, the chance for wet conditions intensifies, with a 50 percent probability of showers and thunderstorms, particularly before 4am. It has been advised by the CW39 weather forecast that "another round of storms arrives overnight," and these could reach all the areas stretching to the coast. An imminent weather shift is to gradually unfurl across the region as we head into the night.
The threat isn't just confined to rain showers. The forecast outlines a chance for severe weather, including strong winds and hail, especially north of a Lake Somerville–to–Livingston line. For other areas, including Houston, the severe weather threat is lower but still present, with forecasts suggesting a "Marginal Risk" for these conditions, as reported by CW39. The potential for heavy rainfall raises concerns about minor street flooding, particularly in areas like the Piney Woods with poor drainage.
Looking ahead, Houston can expect a rainy week. There's a 40% chance of thunderstorms on Tuesday, and rain is likely to continue through the rest of the week. Residents should keep umbrellas handy and stay updated on the forecast, as per CW39.
