By mid-morning Tuesday, May 5, 2026, Houston is waking up to a mostly cloudy, muggy setup, with temperatures parked around 73°F and a steady south breeze already in play. Readings climb into the mid 80s this afternoon with a high near 84°F, and the humidity will make it feel every bit as sticky as it sounds. Overnight lows only dip into the low 70s, so do not count on much of a cooldown after dark.
Afternoon Winds and Midweek Storms
Southerly winds ramp up to about 10 to 15 mph this afternoon, with gusts near 25 mph inland. That is enough to flip unsecured umbrellas, shuffle lightweight patio furniture, and make high profile vehicles wobble a bit on exposed bridges. A weak cold front is set to slide into southeast Texas on Wednesday, May 6, bringing a 40% chance of showers and thunderstorms after about 7 a.m. A few storms could turn strong to severe, mainly north of I 10, so it is smart to have a wet weather backup plan for evening events.
Persistent onshore flow keeps seas and bay waters choppy into midweek, and a Small Craft Should Exercise Caution headline is in effect into Tuesday morning. For the latest timing and localized risk details, check the National Weather Service.
Boaters And Beachgoers
If you are heading for the boat ramp or the beach, expect choppy water and stronger onshore winds on Galveston Bay and nearby Gulf waters. Small, weather sensitive craft should think twice about nonessential trips in these conditions. Check local harbor advisories before launching and wear a life jacket, since conditions can turn quickly once storms start firing.
Plan Ahead
Lock down anything that can blow around: secure loose outdoor furniture, tie down grills and canopies, and have rain gear ready to go for Wednesday, May 6. Keep an eye on local forecasts and traffic updates during afternoon commutes and build in extra time in case gusty winds and passing showers slow things down.
