Houston Weather: Fall Begins with Rain Chances, Followed by Cooler, Drier Air

First Day of Fall Forecast

• 🍂 Fall officially began with the autumnal equinox, signaling shorter days and longer nights leading into the winter solstice.
• 💧 Rain chances are expected to increase over the next several days, starting with scattered showers.

Mid-Week Rain and Frontal Passage

• ⚡ A cold front will approach from the northwest on Wednesday, bringing a significant 70% chance of rain and thunderstorms, primarily in the afternoon and evening.
• 💨 This front is not expected to bring severe weather but may produce isolated thunderstorms with gusty winds.
• 🌬️ Following the front, humidity levels will decrease, leading to more comfortable conditions.

Weekend Weather Outlook

• ☀️ By Friday and Saturday, rain chances are expected to drop to zero as drier air moves in.
• 🌡️ High temperatures will be in the upper 80s to near 90, but with lower humidity, making conditions more pleasant.
• 🏃‍♀️ The drier air and reduced humidity will make outdoor activities like running more comfortable.

Tropical Weather Update

• 🌀 Hurricane Gabrielle is a powerful Category 4 storm in the open Atlantic, currently not impacting the US or Gulf Coast.
• 🌊 Two tropical waves are being monitored for potential development in the Atlantic, but neither is expected to affect the Caribbean or Gulf of Mexico.

Current Conditions and Pollen

• ☀️ Today's high reached 92 degrees, above the normal of 89.
• 🤧 Ragweed and mold counts are currently high, while grass and tree pollen counts are low.