Houston Weather Update: Severe Storms, Travel Impacts, and Thanksgiving Forecast

Active Weather and Severe Thunderstorm Warning

• ⚡ A weather impact alert is in effect until 5:00 a.m. for the greater Houston area due to active weather, including heavy rain and thunder.
• ⚠️ An isolated tornado is possible, along with straight-line winds and a small hail threat.
• 🚨 A severe thunderstorm warning is active for a cell racing into northern Liberty County, with potential for inch-diameter hail and 50 mph winds.

Travel Disruptions and Flood Advisories

• ✈️ Ground stops at Bush and Hobby airports have caused significant travel impacts, with delays expected even after they are lifted.
• 🚗 Widespread moderate to heavy rain is causing ponding on roadways and significant slowdowns, especially during the busy holiday travel period.
• 🌊 A flood advisory is in effect for Jackson County and southwest Wharton County, with potential for high water spots on rural and secondary roads.

Storm Progression and Future Outlook

• 🌧️ The line of thunderstorms is expected to continue impacting neighborhoods across the area through the night, with heavy rain causing potential high water issues.
• 💨 The storms are forecast to push off the coast between 2-3 a.m. Tuesday, with a slight chance of isolated showers on the coast in the morning.
• ☀️ Tuesday is expected to clear up with a high of 82 degrees, followed by cooler temperatures in the 50s and 60s for Wednesday.

Thanksgiving and Weekend Forecast

• 🦃 Thanksgiving Day (Thursday) is predicted to be sunny and cool with a high of 68 degrees.
• ☔ Rain chances return for Thanksgiving weekend, with a 40% chance on Saturday and Sunday, and a 60% chance on the following Monday.