Thanksgiving Day in Houston will begin partly sunny, turning clear later, with a high near 64 degrees. Overnight, conditions are expected to be clear and cool, with a low around 48, according to the National Weather Service. Friday is forecasted to be partly sunny with a high near 66. By Saturday, the chance of showers and thunderstorms increases to 60%, with thunderstorms likely by the evening and an overall 90% chance of precipitation.
Temperatures in Houston have remained above average since September, with dry conditions contributing to ongoing drought. The city experienced its third-warmest fall in 136 years, recording an average high of 86.9 degrees and a mean temperature of 75.5 degrees since September 1. During this period, there were 41 days with highs above 90 degrees, and overnight lows were also historically elevated.
September recorded 26 days with highs of 90 degrees or above. A persistent high-pressure system limited the impact of incoming fronts, maintaining a consistent pattern that contributed to worsening drought conditions. This pattern continued throughout the fall, with November receiving 0.72 inches of rainfall, making it the ninth-driest November on record. Since September 1, Houston’s Bush Intercontinental Airport has measured 5.29 inches of precipitation, marking the 17th-driest start to the season.
Rainfall at Bush Intercontinental this fall has been limited, contributing to ongoing drought conditions. September recorded 1.21 inches of precipitation, October measured 3.36 inches, and November received 0.72 inches. While there were fewer days with triple-digit temperatures than in recent years, persistent heat combined with low rainfall has continued to affect drought levels in Houston.
