Rainy Weather Pattern Expected for Houston Thanksgiving Travels

HOUSTON, Texas – Houston is bracing for an on-and-off rainy weekend as families prepare for Thanksgiving travel. A disturbance moving into the area is expected to bring scattered showers and thunderstorms beginning tonight and continuing into early Saturday morning.

Temperatures today have reached a warm and humid high, and some thunderstorms may appear intense, prompting residents to check their FOX 26 weather app before heading outside. Following the early morning rain, Saturday will likely see improved weather conditions with decreased humidity and pleasant temperatures.

As the weekend progresses, Sunday is forecasted to be comfortable, featuring a mix of clouds and sun with slightly cooler temperatures. However, the start of the week may bring back stormy weather, particularly on Monday when another round of thunderstorms could develop.

Justin Ballard, a newsroom meteorologist, reported that the official high temperature on Tuesday reached 86 degrees at Bush Intercontinental Airport, breaking the previous record of 85 degrees set in 1948. A similar trend is expected as Thanksgiving approaches, with highs projected to only reach the low 60s on the holiday.

Travelers can expect 5.8 million Texans to take to the roads or skies this week, a 1.1% increase compared to last year, according to state travel forecasts. Nearly 90% of those traveling will opt for personal vehicles, beginning their journeys as early as Tuesday. Rain is expected for the second half of the weekend, but cooler temperatures will follow.

Heavy rainfall is predicted for Sunday and into Monday, which could affect travel plans throughout the state. Specific regions, including Waco, Dallas, and Houston, are at risk of flash flooding as another Pacific storm system moves through Texas.

Forecasters are advising travelers to stay updated on weather conditions and allow extra time for travel, as the conditions could impact their Thanksgiving plans. It seems that drier conditions are on the horizon after Monday, making for more comfortable holiday travels across Texas.