Houston, and far of the southern United States, now face a chronic heat spell that may possible final for practically the entire remainder of February. We’re going to see highs of round 80 levels for the subsequent week, with pretty sticky dewpoints within the 60s. The opposite notable factor is that, after a reasonably moist winter to this point, rain possibilities can be close to zero for a similar interval.
This sample could lastly begin to break by early subsequent week. I’m not able to say winter is over, however I’d say it’s extra possible than not that we’re finished with nights within the 30s for this winter. We’ll nonetheless have a number of chilly nights within the subsequent couple of months, definitely, however this week will deliver us into springtime in Houston.
Presidents Day
As a lot hotter air strikes over cooler waters, we’re seeing the formation of sea fog this morning for areas nearer to the coast. After the fog dissipates right now we’ll be left with partly to largely cloudy skies and excessive temperatures of round 80 levels. A only a few, scattered showers can be attainable south of Interstate 10 this afternoon, the place atmospheric moisture ranges are highest. However any precipitation that makes it to the bottom can be gentle. Lows tonight will solely drop into the mid-60s in Houston, with the event of sea fog possible as soon as once more.
Tuesday
Count on one other day like Monday, with highs within the low 80s. The one actual distinction will come within the type of stronger winds from the southwest, maybe gusting to round 20 mph, and a bit increased in a single day. Lows will solely drop to round 70 levels. For sure that is slightly heat for late February.
Wednesday
In response to an upper-level system, winds on Wednesday can be stronger nonetheless out of the south, maybe gusting to 35 and even 40 mph. These heat winds, southerly circulation, and partially clearing skies will amp up temperatures, pushing highs into the mid- to presumably upper-80s within the metro space. I’d not fully rule out a number of inland areas pushing 90 levels, however I don’t suppose many of the metro space will attain that mark.
Thursday and Friday
A weak entrance will transfer into the Houston space and stall towards the top of the week, however at this level I don’t suppose it is going to have an excessive amount of impact on our wise climate. Put one other means, we are able to most likely anticipate largely cloudy skies, highs within the low 80s, and heat nights. Rain possibilities stay low, about 10 p.c.
Saturday and Sunday
Count on extra of the identical this weekend, with heat and humid air, highs of round 80 levels, and cloudy skies. The potential for fog will proceed to be current within the forecast. Rain possibilities can be on the order of 10 p.c every day.
Subsequent week
As all the time the main points begin to get hazy as we method the early a part of subsequent week, nevertheless it does look as if some kind of entrance will trundle into Houston by round subsequent Monday. I’m not seeing a lot of a sign for rainfall with this entrance, nevertheless it’s definitely attainable. This could deliver us a number of days of sunnier climate, with highs within the 70s and lows, maybe, within the 50s. By then most of us ought to be prepared for some drier air.
Dazed and Confused
If you happen to’re in search of one thing enjoyable to do on Saturday night, come be a part of me on the Museum of Superb Arts to look at Dazed and Confused. I’ll communicate for a couple of minutes earlier than the movie, after which we’ll sit down to look at the wonderful film in its unique 35mm movie format, and soak up that spectacular 70s soundtrack in a theater. I can’t wait!
