Houston Residents Face Record Warm Temperatures Before Severe Weather Arrives
Texans are bracing for a sweltering week ahead of a powerful Pacific storm system that promises to bring severe weather and potentially shatter heat records. Currently, temperatures in the low 60s this morning will surge into the mid-80s by tomorrow, with highs threatening to tie or break the city's temperature record.
As warm air from the Gulf of Mexico pushes its way inland, it's also bringing a chance of scattered showers, but don't expect relief just yet. The storm system's arrival on Thursday is likely to bring round thunderstorms, which may even lead to severe weather given the already humid conditions. But for now, forecasters are warning of another 10-20% chance of rain in the days leading up to its arrival.
Meanwhile, temperatures will plummet behind the storms, with lows in the 50s and highs in the 70s - still a far cry from the chilly temperatures experienced during previous cold fronts. It's a reminder that even as Houston pushes through record warmth, the weather is always subject to drastic changes.
Looking ahead to the tropics, tropical development is not expected over the next seven days. But for those seeking more detailed updates on tropical activity, head to ABC13's tropical update page.
In the meantime, residents are advised to grab their umbrellas and heat stress medications - just in case severe weather hits. Stay tuned to local news sources for further updates as this story continues to unfold.
Texans are bracing for a sweltering week ahead of a powerful Pacific storm system that promises to bring severe weather and potentially shatter heat records. Currently, temperatures in the low 60s this morning will surge into the mid-80s by tomorrow, with highs threatening to tie or break the city's temperature record.
As warm air from the Gulf of Mexico pushes its way inland, it's also bringing a chance of scattered showers, but don't expect relief just yet. The storm system's arrival on Thursday is likely to bring round thunderstorms, which may even lead to severe weather given the already humid conditions. But for now, forecasters are warning of another 10-20% chance of rain in the days leading up to its arrival.
Meanwhile, temperatures will plummet behind the storms, with lows in the 50s and highs in the 70s - still a far cry from the chilly temperatures experienced during previous cold fronts. It's a reminder that even as Houston pushes through record warmth, the weather is always subject to drastic changes.
Looking ahead to the tropics, tropical development is not expected over the next seven days. But for those seeking more detailed updates on tropical activity, head to ABC13's tropical update page.
In the meantime, residents are advised to grab their umbrellas and heat stress medications - just in case severe weather hits. Stay tuned to local news sources for further updates as this story continues to unfold.