Houston is sliding into the weekend on a mellow note, with Saturday starting out clear and mild in the mid-50s and a bright afternoon on tap. Highs should top out near 73°F with light east winds, a sweet spot for errands, park time, and whatever else you have planned. Overnight, temperatures dip into the low 50s but stay well above anything resembling a freeze, according to the National Weather Service.
Morning Fog, Sunny Afternoons
Overnight into the early mornings through Monday, patchy fog is likely to flare up, especially south of I-10 and west of Highway 288. A few spots could deal with locally dense fog before about 9 a.m., trimming visibility for early drivers. The good news: that low cloud deck and fog should burn off by mid-morning, leaving mostly sunny afternoons across the metro. For more precise timing and where visibility might tank, keep tabs on the National Weather Service.
Warm, Dry Weekend And Elevated Pollen Risk
The warm, mostly dry run will hold highs in the low to mid-70s through Monday, and it is already pushing cedar pollen and other allergy counts higher. Inland, dry grasses are adding a short-lived wildfire risk in some locations until rain chances pick up again early next week, according to the Houston Chronicle.
Tuesday Storm Chance With Isolated Strong Cells
A weak disturbance sliding through on Tuesday brings a chance of scattered showers and thunderstorms, mainly from Tuesday afternoon into Tuesday night. Forecasters say most storms should be routine, but a few could strengthen thanks to faster winds aloft. Timing and coverage are still a bit fuzzy, so it is worth checking in on updates from the National Weather Service as Tuesday approaches.
What To Know For Commuters
If you are commuting during the early hours, build in extra time wherever fog sets up. Slow down, flip on your low-beam headlights, and leave more room between you and the car ahead if visibility drops. For Tuesday afternoon outdoor plans, have a backup option ready and give the forecast a fresh look Tuesday morning in case the storm setup shifts.
