Houston locals should be ready for a soggy few days, as the National Weather Service (NWS) predicts a rainy weekend ahead due to two successive cold fronts. The National Weather Service for today indicates a 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, chiefly between noon and 3 pm, with patchy fog lifting before 9 am. Temperatures are set to peak at a humid 84 degrees.
The first cold front, described as weak by the National Weather Service, has already begun its crawl across Southeast Texas, prolonging the probability of rain through Saturday. Mentioned by CW39, regions like Brazos Valley and Piney Woods could encounter heavier showers, with the possibility of excessive rainfall not entirely off the table. A southeast wind, casually strolling around 5 mph tonight, will accompany a 40 percent chance of nighttime showers and thunderstorms and a low around 70 degrees.
Saturday's outlook from the National Weather Service is slightly more optimistic with a reduced 20 percent chance of morning showers, leading to a mostly sunny day with highs nearing 81. The evening will maintain mostly cloudy skies and a modest northeast wind, offering respite with a cooler low around 63. Sunday brings in the partial sun, flirting with a high near 77 and turning southeast later in the afternoon.
However, the approach of the second cold front on Monday signals a renewal of stormy conditions. Before this front's arrival, the Brazos Valley and Piney Woods areas will be under a Marginal Risk for excessive rainfall on Sunday, which intensifies to a Slight Risk in Piney Woods come Monday, while the rest of Southeast Texas stays under Marginal Risk. According to CW39, vigilant eyes should be kept on creeks, bayous, and low-lying zones for any sudden response to downpours, particularly if travel or outdoor activities are on your schedule.
On Monday, expect increasing chances of rain, with a 70% chance of thunderstorms in the afternoon. Rain and possible thunderstorms may continue until midnight. Tuesday looks much better, with only a 20% chance of showers and mostly sunny skies with highs near 78. Thanksgiving Day is expected to be sunny and cooler, as per the National Weather Service.
