Houston Forecast: Sunny Thursday and Friday Before Weekend Rain

Houston started Veterans Day under fog, with visibility near 3 miles at Houston Hobby, while the National Weather Service put the chance of rain at 70% as showers and thunderstorms could persist, bringing a few storms capable of hail, heavy downpours, and briefly rough roads.

The midday and afternoon commute faced messy conditions as brief heavy rain left water ponding on roads, especially in low-lying and poorly drained spots.

Weather conditions dried out and improved for much of the area after the early morning storms, with a 10 to 20% chance for a brief shower through early Wednesday night. The rest of Wednesday remained mostly cloudy and pleasant with temperatures in the 70s and a low near 61.

A weak cold front dropped in late Wednesday night into early Thursday, sweeping in drier air though no rain was expected with it. Thursday started with some clouds, but skies cleared quickly and humidity dropped. Thursday and Friday brought mostly sunny and pleasant conditions, with highs in the upper 70s inland, light winds, no rain, and cooler nights in the low 50s, including a 54-degree night following Thursday.

Stormy veterans day soaks houston before sunny skies blast back — Photo: hoodline.com

Expect cooler temperatures and mostly sunny skies near 71 on Saturday, with east winds blowing around 10 mph that may detract from the summer-like feel. Rain chances creep back Saturday night, when showers have a 40% chance.

As another front approaches Southeast Texas, a few showers or storms could spark late Saturday and linger through much of Sunday, with uncertain timing and potential downpours that might disrupt weekend activities. Sunday brings a high near 72 and a 30% chance of rain, while showers are more likely Sunday night at 60%. Monday brings partly sunny skies and a high in the upper 60s.

No watches, warnings or advisories are listed for the Houston area in the forecast, but stronger storms could bring hail and intense downpours, leading officials to advise drivers and anyone planning outdoor activities to check road conditions and keep a way to receive weather alerts nearby.