Houston will see warm temperatures heading into Easter weekend. Still, residents should prepare for a shift in the weather, as thunderstorms and rain chances increase on Sunday, with more unsettled weather expected next week.
Houston is enjoying the pleasant spring weather, with highs in the afternoons around 85 degrees. However, the city is preparing for a significant change in the weather leading up to Easter weekend. The National Weather Service and FOX 26 Houston both predict that temperatures will rise, wind speeds will increase, and the chance of rain will rise, especially on Easter Sunday.
Thursday will have partly sunny skies and southerly winds of 10 to 15 mph, with gusts up to 25 mph. The temperature is expected to rise to 87 degrees by Friday, and the wind speed could reach or exceed 30 mph.
The sky will be mostly cloudy on Saturday, with a high temperature of around 87. There's a slight chance of rain and thunderstorms after 1 a.m. Sunday. The chance of rain rises to 60% on Easter Sunday, though, so showers and thunderstorms are expected. This is perfect for family gatherings and holiday celebrations.
The strongest storms may first stay away from Houston, but areas to the west and north may start to see storms sooner. Officials are advising people to pay attention to the weather, as it can change rapidly.
Houston's weather remains unstable after Easter. We expect the humidity and warmth to persist into next week, and another round of storms may arrive by Wednesday. Lows at night will stay around 70 degrees through Tuesday, and highs during the day will be near 82 degrees.
For now, people in Houston should enjoy the warm weather, but they should also be ready for spring rains and storms.
