Houston starts the week under a blanket of clouds and humidity, with Monday morning temperatures hanging in the upper 70s and a steady southeast breeze already in play. Afternoon highs should top out near 88°F, with winds around 15 mph and peak gusts near 30 mph in more exposed spots. Rain chances stay on the lower side for much of the day, but it is still smart to keep an umbrella nearby since a stray storm could pop up. If you have outdoor plans, make sure you can duck under shelter quickly if a downpour drifts over.
What To Expect This Week
A few isolated showers or a thunderstorm could sneak through overnight and again Monday, but the overall pattern turns noticeably wetter by Tuesday evening. Forecasters expect the first organized line of storms to move into the area around 7 p.m. Tuesday, opening the door to multiple rounds of showers and thunderstorms from late Tuesday through at least Friday. Widespread rainfall totals are projected in the 2–4 inch range, with isolated higher amounts of 4–6+ inches, especially north of I-10. A few storms could ramp up to strong or severe levels with damaging gusts. With soils already primed by the early activity, repeated downpours may lead to faster runoff and pockets of street or minor flooding, so build some flexibility into your plans, according to NWS Houston/Galveston.
Coastal And Marine Hazards
Out on the water, conditions stay rough. Small Craft Advisories remain in effect into Tuesday morning, and a Beach Hazards Statement for a high rip current risk runs into Monday before shifting to a Rip Current Statement through Tuesday evening. Coastal mariners can expect elevated onshore winds, choppy seas and the possibility of minor coastal flooding around high tide. Lifeguards and local patrols may be flying red flags on popular beaches. Boaters and swimmers should skip unnecessary trips and follow all posted flag warnings, according to NWS Houston/Galveston.
Commute And Safety Tips
Breezy southeast winds this afternoon may make bridges and exposed freeways feel a bit more blustery than the temperature suggests. If you run into heavy rain, ease off the gas and never drive through standing water, since a few fast, heavy downpours could lead to localized ponding on roadways. Tie down or bring in lightweight outdoor items, keep close tabs on the forecast if you have evening plans and think twice about nonessential boating or beach outings this week. Anyone working outside should plan regular water breaks and keep an eye on heat index values in the upper 90s to around 100°F.
When To Watch Next
The key windows to watch are late Tuesday evening around 7 p.m. and the middle of the week, when successive rounds of storms may train over the same neighborhoods. Stay weather-aware and set up more than one way to receive alerts so you catch any warnings for stronger storms or flooding in your area.
