Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued for Houston area on May 11

Severe thunderstorm watch issued for Houston area on May 11, affecting residents and commuters.

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Kyle Ruso

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May 11, 2026

Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued for Houston area on May 11

For Houston residents, a severe thunderstorm watch has been issued by the National Weather Service (NWS) Harris County, effective from 3:03 AM CDT to 5:00 AM CDT on May 11. According to NWS Harris County, this watch includes Harris County, which includes the city of Houston, as well as surrounding areas such as Sugar Land, The Woodlands, and League City. Residents are advised to stay informed and be prepared for potential severe thunderstorms.

The NWS Harris County has issued a severe thunderstorm watch, which is in effect until 5:00 AM CDT on May 11. This watch includes Harris County, which is home to the Houston Astros, the Texans, and the Rockets. The watch also includes the Toyota Center, where the Astros and Rockets play their home games, and the NRG Stadium, where the Texans play their home games. Residents in the area are advised to stay informed and be prepared for potential severe thunderstorms.

The severe thunderstorm watch is expected to affect the Houston area, including the Texas Medical Center, where several major hospitals are located. The watch also includes the University of Houston, where students and faculty may be affected by the severe weather. Residents in the area are advised to stay informed and be prepared for potential severe thunderstorms.

The NWS Harris County has issued a severe thunderstorm watch, which is in effect until 5:00 AM CDT on May 11. This watch includes Harris County, which is home to the Houston Astros, the Texans, and the Rockets. The watch also includes the Toyota Center, where the Astros and Rockets play their home games, and the NRG Stadium, where the Texans play their home games. Residents in the area are advised to stay informed and be prepared for potential severe thunderstorms.

Residents in the Houston area are advised to stay informed and be prepared for potential severe thunderstorms. The NWS Harris County has issued a severe thunderstorm watch, which is in effect until 5:00 AM CDT on May 11. This watch includes Harris County, which is home to the Houston Astros, the Texans, and the Rockets. The watch also includes the Toyota Center, where the Astros and Rockets play their home games, and the NRG Stadium, where the Texans play their home games.

Source: NWS Harris County — adapted for Houston readers with original local context.