Houston Severe Weather Timeline: Storms Expected Saturday Night

Saturday Evening Storms

• ⚡ A cold front is set to sweep through Southeast Texas, increasing the chance of strong storms between 8:00 p.m. and 3:00 a.m.
• ⚠️ Threats include tornadoes, damaging winds, and hail.
• 🚗 Travelers are advised to start early or allow extra time for journeys, especially to airports, due to potential delays.

Storm Progression and Timing

• 📍 Storms are expected to begin in the northern and western areas of Houston between 11:00 p.m. and 12:30 a.m.
• 🌊 Coastal areas like Freeport, Angleton, and Galveston may see strong storms between 2:00 a.m. and 4:00 a.m. as the front moves offshore.
• 🚨 Residents should have two or more ways to receive weather alerts due to the late-evening severe weather threat.

Cooler Temperatures and Next Week's Forecast

• 💨 Following the storm, a surge of cooler temperatures will arrive, with lows dropping into the 50s and 40s on Sunday and Monday.
• 🌧️ A disturbance moving in from the west on Monday will bring cold and rainy conditions, with temperatures in the 40s.
• 📈 The forecast indicates an active next seven days, with potential for more showers and storms towards the end of the week.

Rainfall and Drought Conditions

• 💧 The Houston area could see a total rainfall of two to three inches by Monday, which is beneficial for drought conditions.
• ⚠️ However, high rainfall amounts in a short period may lead to ponding on roadways through Monday.

Weather Alert and Preparation

• 📢 A weather impact alert is in effect due to the severe weather threat and the busy post-Thanksgiving travel period.
• 💻 For the latest updates, check KHOU.com or the KHOU11 app.
• 📺 Tune in for further updates on KU11 Plus and evening forecasts with meteorologist Pat Cavlin.