Houston, TX – The city continues to sizzle under mid-90s temperatures, with only limited chances for rain. While a few pop-up thunderstorms are possible Wednesday afternoon, Houston remains locked in a summerlike weather pattern, with no real cold front in sight.
Heat and Humidity Hold Steady
For the next several days, highs will remain in the mid-90s, with overnight lows in the mid-70s. The muggy conditions will make it feel even warmer, and residents should also be aware of high pollen counts from elm trees and ragweed, which could worsen allergy symptoms.
Wednesday’s Forecast: Thunderstorms Possible
Wednesday will start out warm and humid, with highs once again in the mid-90s. Skies will turn cloudier in the afternoon, and a 20% chance of showers is expected.
The main time window to watch will be 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., when strong thunderstorms could pop up directly over Houston. These storms may bring:
- Lightning
- Brief downpours
- Gusty conditions
By about 6 p.m., the storms should begin shifting west, with most thunderstorm activity clearing by 9 p.m.
Rain Chances Stay Minimal
Looking beyond Wednesday, rainfall totals will remain limited. Over the next seven days, most areas in Houston will likely see less than half an inch of rain. As the weekend approaches, rain chances will tick slightly higher, with more hit-or-miss storms possible during the hottest part of the day.
Watching the Tropics
In the Atlantic, a tropical wave is generating disorganized thunderstorms that could strengthen. The National Hurricane Center is monitoring the system closely.
As of the latest report, the center of Tropical Depression Seven was located near latitude 13.7° North and longitude 45.9° West. The depression is moving west at 13 mph (20 km/h). A west-northwest to northwest track is expected across the central Atlantic in the coming days.
Extended Outlook: No Cold Front Yet
Houston’s weather remains firmly in a summer pattern, with highs in the mid to low 90s and overnight lows in the mid-70s. Residents hoping for relief from a true fall cold front will need to wait longer, as models show no signs of one arriving in the next 10 days.
Fall officially begins Monday, but for now, the thermometer continues to read summer heat.
Do you think Houston will get a real fall cold front anytime soon, or will summer stretch deep into October? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
