The Southeast Texas region is still experiencing scorching heat, but there is finally a chance of respite on the horizon. By Sunday, widespread showers and thunderstorms are forecast to bring lower temperatures and the possibility of localized floods.
According to the National Weather Service in Houston-Galveston, the region will have maximum temperatures that range from the upper 90s to close to 100 degrees Fahrenheit through Thursday. Certain locations, such as Katy and Huntsville, may experience temperatures that are at or over 100 degrees Fahrenheit. The pattern changes on Friday, when the likelihood of precipitation slowly increases, going from twenty percent during the week to sixty percent by Sunday in Houston and the communities that are nearby, such as League City, Liberty, and Baytown.
Particularly during the afternoon hours, when storms are expected to be at their most intense, commuters who travel along Interstate 45, United States Route 59, and coastal routes should prepare for wet roads and possible delays. On the other hand, people are strongly encouraged to secure unsecured outdoor goods and check local advisories for flash flooding concerns. School districts that are getting ready for back-to-school festivities should follow updates more closely.
It is anticipated that temperatures will drop by several degrees as the rain rolls in, which will provide some relief to the citizens and reduce the burden that is being placed on the authority grid. This change represents a welcome relief from the unrelenting heat of summer, which brings to mind the weather pattern that prevailed in August of the previous year.
There is a possibility that additional advisories could be issued if the conditions continue to deteriorate, since the potential of heavy rains and isolated storms will continue into Sunday night.
