Caribbean Tropical Wave Development and Local Houston Weather Forecast

Tropical Wave Tracking in the Caribbean

• ⚠️ A new tropical wave, designated Invest 98L, is being closely watched in the Caribbean with high odds for development over the next few days.
• 🗺️ Current model plots suggest the system may stall in the central Caribbean, providing several days for observation.
• 🚫 No immediate threat to the United States is indicated by current models, with the primary focus on the Caribbean and Central America.
• 🌊 If the system moves north, Florida could be impacted, but the Gulf Coast, including Houston, is not expected to be affected.
• 📝 The next name on the tropical storm list is Melissa.

Houston Area Weather Outlook

• 💨 Humidity levels are currently low, leading to cool overnight temperatures in the 50s, with Monday expected to be sunny and dry.
• 📈 Humidity is forecast to return by Tuesday, though rain chances remain very low, with only an isolated shower possibility.
• 🌡️ Temperatures will be hot to start the week, reaching the low 90s, before a weak front brings slightly cooler, mid-80s temperatures mid-week.
• 💧 The region is experiencing drought conditions, with over 25 consecutive days without measurable rain and a significant rain deficit for the month.
• 🔥 Low humidity and dry conditions contribute to an elevated fire danger in some areas.

Temperature and Humidity Trends

• 🌙 Tonight's low temperatures will be in the 50s across most of the Houston area, with some coastal areas in the 70s.
• ☀️ Tomorrow's high temperatures will be in the low 90s, with areas closer to the coast seeing upper 80s.
• 🌦️ The next chance for showers is associated with a weak front expected by Friday or Saturday, followed by a return to mid-80s temperatures.