Houston is starting Wednesday, February 11 on the gray and sticky side, with mostly cloudy skies, temperatures hovering near 63°F, and muggy low-lying spots. Patchy fog and light drizzle will hang around through mid- to late-morning before the clouds thin out and highs push into the upper 70s.
Morning Fog And Drizzle
Patchy to locally dense fog is most likely from sunrise into mid-morning, with the greatest issues south of I-10 and near the coast. Visibility in those areas can drop quickly, so the commute could slow down in a hurry.
A weak frontal boundary will help keep spotty light showers and drizzle going through the morning hours. Most locations are expected to pick up less than a tenth of an inch of rain. For background on how this pattern set up, check out how Houston basked in springlike weather earlier this week.
Afternoon Warmup
By mid- to late-afternoon, skies should turn partly sunny from west to east as slightly drier air works in north of I-10. Winds will stay light, around 0 to 5 mph, which will help inland spots warm to around 77°F while coastal neighborhoods hold a few degrees cooler.
Once the fog burns off and the drizzle fades, outdoor plans this afternoon should be in good shape.
Weekend Outlook
The quiet weather will not last. A stronger system is expected to move in late Friday and into the Valentine’s Day weekend, ramping up the chance for scattered showers and thunderstorms on Saturday, February 14. Current forecasts show a high probability of showers, and some storms could be on the strong side.
Mariners should keep an eye out for building seas and the potential need for Small Craft Advisories, while anyone planning to celebrate outside this weekend would be wise to line up a backup plan. For the latest timing details and any watches or advisories, check the National Weather Service Houston/Galveston.
