HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — Today is an ABC13 Weather Alert Day due to the potential for strong to severe storms, especially in the afternoon.
This morning we’ve got a few scattered showers pushing across Southeast Texas and will linger through sunrise. This is just the first of several waves of rain we’re expecting today. The showers and storms we’re expecting in the afternoon though are the ones to monitor for potential severe impacts, including damaging winds, an isolated tornado and street flooding. Between the drops its going to be a warm and breezy day with temperatures hovering in the mid-upper 70s. We’ve got one last wave of rain later in the evening and after sunset. These will develop along and with a cold front that will bring in much colder weather for Thursday morning.
Don’t forget a jacket Thursday morning as it’s going to be chilly and breezy with temperatures in the upper 40s or low 50s. No rain is expected Thursday.
What else can we expect for Wednesday’s Weather Alert Day?
The prime window for potential severe weather Wednesday will be between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. for Houston and most of Southeast Texas. This is when storms could develop and quickly intensify, potentially producing damaging winds, an isolated tornado, small hail and heavy rainfall that could lead to street flooding. These storms will also be tracking fast across the region, likely moving at about 30 mph. If the severe weather risk is great enough, a Severe Thunderstorm or Tornado Watch could be issued for portions of Southeast Texas too.
What’s the outlook for the rest of Spring Break?
Once Wednesday’s severe weather clears, it’ll be really nice Thursday and Friday with crisp cool mornings in the 50s and 40s, and mild sunny afternoons in the 70s.
Are we expecting any more frosty mornings this winter season?
Not at this time. While we can’t 100% rule out another run at frosty weather later in March or even April, odds favor those who want to start tending to their garden beds. We might make it into the upper 40s behind the cold front arriving during Spring Break, but that shouldn’t pose a threat to tropical plants.
Are we expecting any more frosty mornings this winter season?
Not at this time. While we can’t 100% rule out another run at frosty weather later in March or even April, odds favor those who want to start tending to their garden beds. We might make it into the 40s behind the cold front arriving during Spring Break, but that shouldn’t pose a threat to tropical plants.
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Southeast Texas
Houston
Harris County
Galveston County
Montgomery/Walker/San Jacinto/Polk/Grimes Counties
Fort Bend/Wharton/Colorado Counties
Brazoria/Matagorda Counties
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