Houston is rolling into Wednesday, March 25, 2026, under a gray, ragged blanket of patchy fog and mild early-morning air. Temperatures are hovering near 66°F, but visibility is knocked down along the bay and in low-lying neighborhoods, so drivers should plan on slower commutes over bridges and along bayfront roads. The murk will not last all day, though. As the sun climbs, the fog is expected to thin by mid-morning, setting up a warm afternoon with highs pushing into the low 80s.
Foggy Mornings, Sunny Afternoons
Patchy fog is most likely before about 8 a.m., then skies gradually turn partly to mostly sunny with afternoon highs near 84°F. South winds stay on the tame side, around 5 to 10 mph through the afternoon, which will make it feel warm but not especially breezy. According to the National Weather Service Houston/Galveston, rain chances are very low and conditions should remain dry into the latter part of the week.
Friday Front Brings Drier Weekend
A dry cold front is expected to sag through Southeast Texas on Friday night, briefly knocking down humidity and shaving a few degrees off daytime highs for Saturday and Sunday. Look for highs to dip into the upper 70s to low 80s, with mornings feeling noticeably less sticky for roughly 36 to 48 hours. That pattern follows the string of muggy mornings and warm afternoons that have been hanging around the region; for more context, check out how Houston wakes up in a cloud.
Marine And Boating Outlook
For those headed out on the water, light to moderate south-southeast winds and generally low seas should hold through most of the week. The pattern begins to shake up Friday night as the front moves through, which may flip winds to the northeast and east and push seas higher into Saturday. Small craft operators should be ready for choppier conditions and gustier onshore winds from late Friday into Saturday. The National Weather Service Houston/Galveston is urging mariners to keep an eye on updated forecasts as seas build around the front.
Commute Tips
Morning drivers should stick to low beams in the fog, ease off the gas, and leave extra room between vehicles, because visibility could drop to less than a quarter mile in some pockets. Once the fog lifts, afternoons are in good shape for outdoor plans, but with highs staying in the low 80s, it is smart to bring water if you will be out in the sun for long stretches. If your routine involves an early ferry ride or a bay crossing, check local travel updates before you head out in case visibility creates delays.
