houston Weather: Fall Arrives with a Summer-Like Punch – Rain & Relief on the Horizon
HOUSTON – While the calendar officially marks the start of fall today at 1:19 p.m. with the autumnal equinox, Houstonians shouldn’t expect a change in seasons just yet. A muggy start to the day will give way to a very warm afternoon,with highs reaching the low to mid-90s and scattered thunderstorms likely.
The heat and humidity will persist through Tuesday, but a cold front arriving on wednesday promises a shift - bringing with it a good chance of rain, and eventually, a welcome respite from the oppressive conditions.
Warm & Wet Days Ahead
For the next couple of days, expect typical summer weather despite the official start of autumn.Scattered storms are anticipated, particularly during the afternoon hours. The highest probability of rainfall will be Wednesday and very early Thursday as the approaching cold front interacts with abundant Gulf moisture. This could mean periods of heavy downpours.
front Brings Rain, Then a Cool Down
While not a dramatic plunge in temperatures, the cold front moving through on Wednesday will offer a subtle shift. Residents can look forward to more pleasant mornings and lower humidity levels by Friday and Saturday. However, the front’s arrival is directly linked to the increased rain chances, with the potential for important rainfall as it collides with the moisture-rich air over the Gulf.
Tropical Update: Hurricane Gabrielle
Elsewhere in the Atlantic,Hurricane Gabrielle is currently passing by Bermuda.Forecasts indicate the storm could strengthen slightly over the next 48 hours, but thankfully poses no immediate threat to the Texas Gulf Coast.
Stay tuned to world-today-news.com for the latest updates on this developing weather situation.
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