Houston Weather Alert: Severe Storms, Flash Flooding & Temperature Swings—What to Expect This Week

<h2>Houston Weather Snapshot: Monday, June 9 — Storms Break the Heat</h2> After a weekend of hazy, triple-digit heat indices, Houston wakes up to 91 °F (feels like 100 °F) with humidity hovering near 66 %. A potent Gulf disturbance is sparking heavy thunderstorms, and the National Weather Service places rain chances around 70 % for the morning and early afternoon hours. Keep an eye out for downpours capable of producing 1–2 inches per hour, gusts up to 40 mph, and localized street flooding, especially along I-45 and the 610 Loop. <h2>Seven-Day Houston Forecast at a Glance</h2> • Monday: High 91 °F / Low 78 °F — widespread thunderstorms, brief clearing late • Tuesday: 87 °F / 76 °F — linger­ing morning showers, drier afternoon breezes • Wednesday: 84 °F / 77 °F — heavy storms return; watch for isolated 1″+ hail cores • Thursday: 83 °F / 76 °F — light rain, clouds cap daytime heating • Friday: 88 °F / 77 °F — another round of afternoon downpours, frequent lightning • Saturday: 87 °F / 78 °F — spotty showers, Saharan dust haze limits air quality • Sunday: 88 °F / 78 °F — muggy, late-day storms signal another active week ahead <h2>What’s Driving the Pattern?</h2> 1. Gulf Moisture Surge: A deep plume of tropical humidity is funneling directly into Southeast Texas, super-charging storm cells. 2. Weak Front Aloft: A stalled boundary draped across Central Texas creates the lift necessary for daily thunderstorm redevelopment. 3. Saharan Dust Layer: A thin dust plume arriving Friday will mute sunlight, slightly lower highs, but elevate ozone levels — sensitive groups should limit outdoor exertion. <h2>Timing the Strongest Storm Risks</h2> • Today: 9 a.m.–2 p.m. — morning commute impacts; ponding on feeder roads • Wednesday: Noon–7 p.m. — strongest CAPE values, hail/wind potential peaks • Friday: 3 p.m.–10 p.m. — slow-moving cells may trigger street flooding during rush hour <h2>Heat & Flood Safety Checklist</h2> • Turn Around, Don’t Drown: Just 6 inches of moving water can stall a car. • Hydrate Frequently: Even with clouds, heat indices top 95 °F; sip water every 30 minutes outdoors. • Secure Loose Patio Items: Gust fronts ahead of storms can exceed 35–40 mph. • Check Power Banks: Summer storms frequently knock out electricity; keep devices charged. • Monitor Official Alerts: Enable Wireless Emergency Alerts and follow @NWSHouston for real-time updates. <h2>Weekend Outlook: Dust, Sun, and the Tropics</h2> By Saturday a modest Saharan dust layer drifts overhead, producing milky skies and vibrant sunsets. Although dust can suppress storm coverage briefly, the moisture tap quickly reopens Sunday night, setting the stage for another stormy stretch as the Atlantic hurricane season hits its June uptick. <h2>Plan Your Week Around the Weather</h2> • Best Outdoor Windows: Late Tuesday morning and early Thursday afternoon when rain chances dip below 20 %. • Lawn & Garden: Hold off on watering until at least Thursday; nature will do the job. • Astros Home Games: Bring a light rain jacket for evening matchups — roof closures are likely at Minute Maid Park. <h2>Stay Connected</h2> Bookmark this page, sign up for push alerts, and check back twice daily for updated radar loops, maps, and hour-by-hour “Houston weather forecast” details that help you beat both the heat and the storms all week long.