Houston Weather Alert: Downpours and Strong Storms Expected Friday Afternoon

Afternoon Storm Threat

• ⚠️ A weather impact alert is in effect for Houston through 7:00 p.m. today due to the possibility of downpours and strong storms.
• ⚡ Isolated strong storms are possible, especially east of Houston, with potential for slick roadways and gusty winds.
• 🚨 A tornado watch has been issued for Liberty and Polk counties until 7:00 p.m.

Storm System and Movement

• 🌧️ The current low-pressure system is bringing rain to South Texas and moving into Louisiana, contributing to showers and storms in the Houston area.
• 📈 Storms to the west of Houston are strengthening and moving northeast, with a possibility of reaching Houston or coastal areas between 2:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m.
• 🎯 The Storm Prediction Center has placed the area under a marginal risk for severe storms today.

Weekend and Next Week Forecast

• 🌦️ Saturday will see an isolated shower chance, followed by another cold front on Sunday that could bring possible strong storms, mainly north of Houston.
• 🌡️ After Sunday, the weather is expected to clear up, becoming warm and humid with highs in the upper 80s, potentially reaching near 90 degrees by the middle of next week.
• 🗓️ The 7-day forecast indicates partly cloudy skies and warm temperatures from Monday through Thursday.