Houston woke up Sunday to mostly clear skies, calm air and a cool official reading near 57°F. Sunshine is set to do its thing, lifting afternoon highs into the upper 70s, topping out around 79°F with barely a hint of an east breeze at 0–5 mph. It is prime weather for any outdoor plans that do not rely on wind.
Afternoon and Early Week Winds
That quiet pattern will not last. Southerly flow picks up Monday and Tuesday, nudging highs into the low to mid 80s. Forecasters are calling for south winds of 5–10 mph Monday, with gusts that could reach 20 mph, and Monday night may turn downright breezy with gusts up to about 25 mph. Boaters, cyclists and anyone with lightweight lawn furniture or loose gear should plan ahead as onshore winds build. These timing and wind details come from the National Weather Service Houston/Galveston.
Midweek Storm Threat
By Wednesday, a dry line teaming up with an approaching front brings a notably higher chance of showers and thunderstorms, with roughly a 50% shot at storms during the day. Some cells could turn strong to severe, especially along and north of I‑10, with damaging wind gusts and heavy downpours topping the concern list. Both the morning and evening commutes on Wednesday and Wednesday night could be slowed by heavy rain, so it is smart to budget some extra travel time and keep an eye on the radar.
Plan Ahead
Enjoy the calm Sunday while it lasts, but keep checking for updates as the week unfolds, including any watches or warnings from the National Weather Service that might be issued. Have a backup plan for Wednesday’s outdoor activities, secure patio furniture before the Monday night gusts arrive, and mariners should stay tuned for possible small-craft advisories through midweek. We will share updates if any watches or warnings are announced.
