HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — A rainy weather system has moved into Texas and has already brought widespread rains to southeast Texas. The risk of street flooding remains Friday based on the newest forecast data. Our ABC13 Weather Watch will stay in place through Friday evening.
The National Weather Service office in Houston/Galveston has issued a Flood Watch for Colorado, Fort Bend, Brazoria, Jackson, Matagorda, and Wharton counties until 7 pm Friday. Rainfall amounts could range between 1-3 inches with higher amounts in the watch area.
How long will the rain last?
Widely scattered showers and storms are expected through Friday. Our southwest areas around Matagorda Bay may have some flooding issues. Overall, rain chances for the Houston area are at 90% for Friday as the main storm system moves overhead. Training thunderstorms may produce some street flooding in spots.
How much rain are we expecting?
We believe 1 to 3″ will be common across Southeast Texas. Areas closer to Matagorda Bay may receive as much as 3-4″ of rain. That same 3-4″ of rain will be possible anywhere training storms set up on Friday.
Could any storms turn severe?
We cannot rule out a severe thunderstorm at this time, but the overall risk appears low. Gusty winds, small hail, and brief tornadoes are possible in any severe storm.
Will it continue to rain into the weekend?
A few lingering showers are possible Saturday, and we currently have your rain chance at 20%. On Sunday, another storm system will approach from the north, and that could sneak a few strong thunderstorms in late in the day. Your chance of getting measurable rain for Sunday is currently at 30%. Our northern areas north of Harris county will have the highest chance for a severe storm.
This story comes from our news partner ABC13 Houston.
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