Houston is stepping into another sweltering week, with clear skies Monday morning giving way to a high near 98 degrees. The heat index could reach 104, making outdoor plans feel considerably hotter than the thermometer suggests.
The National Weather Service Houston/Galveston forecast calls for light southwest winds of 5 mph or less Monday, with only a 1% chance of rain. No watches, warnings or advisories are listed for the Houston area.
Little Relief After Sunset
Monday night will stay mostly clear, but the temperature will only fall to around 79 degrees and the heat index could remain as high as 103. Overnight lows will generally stay in the upper 70s to around 80 through the workweek, offering limited relief.
Dry Stretch Keeps Rain Away
Tuesday through Thursday should remain sunny or mostly sunny, with highs near 98 each day, while Friday may reach 99. Areas farther inland, including near College Station and northern Houston, could flirt with 100 degrees, while Galveston is forecast to remain closer to 90.
Patchy morning fog may also develop at times, especially west of Interstate 45, before giving way to sunny afternoons. Winds should remain light overall, generally shifting from southwest to south during the week.
Small Storm Chance Arrives Saturday
A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms returns Saturday after 1 p.m., but the chance of rain is only 20% and the high remains near 98. Sunday looks mostly sunny with a high around 97, so any weekend rain is likely to be scattered rather than a broad washout.
With several days of upper-90s heat ahead, people working or exercising outdoors should drink water, take frequent breaks and seek air conditioning when possible. Wear lightweight clothing, check on heat-sensitive neighbors and pets, and never leave children or animals in a parked vehicle.
