HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — Saharan haze is turning the sky gray over Houston, and it’s going to get worse before it gets better.
Another large plume will arrive late Wednesday and stick around Thursday. Thankfully it will thin out by Father’s Day weekend. While it’s here, individuals sensitive to the fine dust particles may notice flareups of allergy and asthma symptoms.
Temperatures Wednesday morning will start off around 80 degrees. High temperatures will warm into the mid 90s. With the dry, dusty air overhead there is no chance for rain. The heat index will also be minimal due to the dry air.
When is our next chance for rain?
We’ll have to wait until Friday for just a 20% chance for a shower or thunderstorm. The heat ridge will lift to our north allowing moisture to flow in from the east. A weak front approaching Saturday will keep the rain chance at 20%.
How does the weather look for Father’s Day?
HOT! The weak boundary pushing toward us Saturday will blast in some hot air for Father’s Day. There will still be enough moisture around to warrant a 20% chance for an isolated afternoon downpour.
Is there anything worth watching in the tropics?
There is a little disturbance east of Central America with a moderate chance of development, but all of it’s moisture will likely stay south of Texas. You can stay informed on everything happening in the tropics all season long with our daily tropical update.
