HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — Many areas woke up to a light freeze Wednesday morning. However, sunshine and a southwest breeze will quickly warm temperatures in the mid to upper 60s during the afternoon.
How long will this cold air stick around?
Not very long! The first day of 2026 starts off cool in the upper 30s and low 40s, but it will warm into the 70s during the afternoon. By January 2 we’ll be back in the 80s!
What should we expect at the stroke of midnight on New Year’s?
It’ll be mostly clear and chilly with temperatures in the mid 40s as we say goodbye to 2025 and hello to 2026. Firework smog could be an issue after midnight with the winds remaining light and the cold air settling in for one more morning.
Is this warmup going to be as hot as it was the week of Christmas?
Not exactly, but we do have a few days popping into the low 80s, starting on Friday with a few more in the cards for next week. This means more records could fall during the first week of the New Year. Sea fog will also be a possibility as the humid air returns.
Are any other freezes on the horizon?
After the freeze on New Year’s Eve, we have no freezes in the rest of our 10 day forecast. The next opportunity for freezing temperatures looks to open up around mid-January.
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