HOUSTON – A storm alert has been issued for Monday as the city braces for daily rain chances, which present a slight risk of flooding.
This weekend, a surge of tropical moisture from the Gulf is expected to lead to increased cloud cover and enhanced chances of rain.
Scattered showers began affecting Houston late Saturday morning, accompanied by isolated thunderstorms throughout the afternoon.
The potential for flooding is heightened as multiple rounds of showers and thunderstorms are forecast to continue through Tuesday. While rain will not be constant, repeated downpours may lead to localized street flooding in certain areas. Current models predict that the heaviest rainfall is likely to occur on Monday, with a 1/4 chance of street flooding on Sunday, escalating to a 2/4 chance on Monday.
In terms of broader weather patterns, the tropics remain relatively calm at the moment. Conditions such as El Niño and the presence of Saharan dust are contributing to high levels of wind shear and dry air, making it challenging for any tropical systems to develop. Consequently, the National Hurricane Center indicates a quiet outlook for the next week across the Atlantic Ocean, the Caribbean Sea, and the Gulf of Mexico. However, it is important to remain vigilant, as the peak of hurricane season is approaching on September 10th and will last until the end of November.
Stay tuned for updates as the weather evolves and be prepared for the potential impacts of these storms.
