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By Natalie Venegas
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Following unusually cold temperatures, Houston is expected to get rainfall in the coming days, according to the National Weather Service (NWS).
Why It Matters
Houston residents have been braving colder-than-average conditions in recent weeks because of a broad weather pattern bringing rare winter weather to parts of the South.
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As temperatures have started to climb, rain is expected to replace the chill. This transition reflects the city's fluctuating winter weather patterns, which can bring rapid shifts in temperature and weather systems. Such variability often affects travel and outdoor plans for residents.
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What To Know
A wet weather pattern is set to dominate the coming days in Houston, with forecasts indicating increased precipitation and the possibility of thunderstorms by midweek.
The NWS predicts that Houston will remain cloudy with patchy fog tonight and scattered rain showers over the next few days.
This comes after Sunday saw Harris County drenched by waves of thunderstorms.
The NWS forecasts a chance of showers beginning Tuesday morning, with patchy fog adding to the reduced visibility. By Wednesday, temperatures are expected to reach a high of 71 degrees F, with a 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms in the afternoon. Thursday has even greater precipitation chances, with an 80 percent likelihood of rain and storms as temperatures climb to a high of 73.
As much as 1 to 3 inches of precipitation could fall in the Houston area this week.
According to KPRC-TV meteorologist Justin Stapleton in Houston, the storm that is being tracked across Texas midweek is currently drenching Southern California.
This incoming system is expected to arrive in southeast Texas on Wednesday evening, linger over the course of Thursday and depart early Friday morning.
As for Monday, expect damp air and gray skies as temperatures will rise into the 60s and drop into the 50s overnight.
Houston February Weather Prediction
From Texas to Oklahoma in the first few days of February, there will be periods of rain and snow to the north and rainy periods to the south, according to The Old Farmer's Almanac.
From February 6 to 11, there will be few showers, and from February 12 to 21 the weather will be sunny. In the last week of February, there will be a few showers, with snow to the north. The average temperature in this region in February is 49 degrees.
What People Are Saying
The NWS Houston office said in a post on X (formerly Twitter) on Monday: "Light rain tapering off this morning, then a cloudy & cooler day is expected today. A few showers are expected tonight-Tuesday, with the best chances ahead of a cold front after midweek. Locally heavy rain & strong storms are possible on Thursday."
The office said in a Sunday post on X: "5:30pm Radar Update: Band of moderate to heavy rainfall moving through the Houston Metro and up through Lake Houston producing rain totals of 1-3". Ponding in areas of poor drainage is likely, so drive carefully."
What Happens Next
As the week progresses, Houston's temperatures are forecast to remain above seasonal averages, peaking near 73 on Thursday before cooling slightly. Rain chances will taper off by Friday, giving way to partly sunny skies and a weekend high of around 68.
With weather conditions shifting quickly, the NWS advises residents to stay updated with the latest forecasts to plan accordingly.
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