HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — Deep tropical moisture is just skirting the upper Texas coastline, and that will keep showers in the forecast through at least the first half of Wednesday. We are also eyeing our next cold front, which will deliver more spectacular fall weather for a second weekend in a row!
Overnight we expect the rain showers to lift farther inland, which could make for wet streets on your morning commute as temperatures hover in the upper 60s. Moisture levels decrease in the afternoon as low pressure offshore moves away from Texas. Rain chances will quickly drop off and some sunshine may even come out. High temperatures Wednesday should top out in the upper 70s, but if the sunshine emerges quicker than we’re expecting, temperature could warm into the low 80s.
Are there more rain chances this week?
On Thursday we will get skirted by another batch of tropical moisture from the remnants of Pacific Hurricane Lidia. This will bring another chance for light showers mainly in our coastal counties. Winds along the coast might gust up over 20 mph as low pressure swings by offshore. After Thursday, it should stay dry, even when our next cold front blows through.
When does that next cold front arrive?
Our next front should arrive late Friday night or early Saturday morning, setting us up for another perfect weekend. Don’t get mad if the thermometer gets to 90 on Friday. That heat won’t last long!
How cool will it get behind the front?
We expect highs in the 70s and lows in the 50s Sunday through Tuesday. Enjoy!
What is happening in the tropics?
We are monitoring an area of disturbed weather over the Bay of Campeche, but we do not expect it to head to Texas. Tropical development chances are low at this time. Based on the projected steering currents over the Gulf, we are likely in the clear from any direct hits for the rest of hurricane season. That said, we’re entering the time of year when we have to pay closer attention to what’s happening in the Pacific since those storms can recurve into Mexico and send heavy rains to Texas. For the latest tropical update, head here: Tropical Update page.
