Houston started Monday, April 6, 2026, on an easy note, with clear skies, temps near 60°F and a light northeast breeze. Expect mostly sunny skies and a high near 73°F, with coastal neighborhoods feeling noticeably breezier than spots farther inland. Gusts through the midday and early afternoon could make the bayfront feel windier than the thermometer lets on, so it may feel cooler standing by the water than it looks on paper.
Small Craft Advisory for Boats
A Small Craft Advisory is in effect for bays and nearshore waters until about 1 p.m. CDT Monday, April 6, 2026, while some offshore zones stay under advisories into the evening, roughly 7 p.m. CDT. Offshore seas will be choppy and could reach 6 feet, which is bad news for kayaks, small runabouts and paddleboards. According to the National Weather Service, mariners should avoid nonessential trips and secure loose gear at docks and on trailers.
Afternoon Winds Pick Up
Northeast winds will generally run 5 to 10 mph with gusts up to 20 mph into the early afternoon, strongest along exposed shoreline and bridges. That onshore flow will keep the immediate coast cooler than inland neighborhoods and can easily nudge around any unsecured patio furniture. Drivers crossing bays and anyone with lightweight outdoor gear should be ready for gustier conditions during the midday commute.
Warm, Stickier Week Ahead
Temperatures climb through the week with highs near 75°F on Tuesday and into the upper 70s by Thursday, with low 80s possible by the weekend. Dew points will increase, so afternoons will feel more humid and scattered showers or thunderstorms become more likely late in the week. If you have outdoor plans from mid to late week, keep a close eye on the forecast in case storms pop up.
Hoodline Update
This story updates Hoodline’s April 5 coverage on Houston beaches on rip current alert, which noted advisories for bays into Monday afternoon. The latest forecast clarifies that some offshore Gulf zones will remain at advisory levels into Monday evening, so offshore users should be especially cautious.
If you are heading to the water, postpone nonessential trips until seas calm after Monday afternoon and follow lifeguard flags at area beaches. Updates will follow if advisories change, so check local forecasts before you head out.
