Houston Weather: Brace for rounds of heavy rain this week
HOUSTON - Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday are FOX 26 Storm Alert Days. Several rounds of rain are on the way to Houston this week.
The rain has already begun, but the heaviest rain looks to arrive midday on Monday into the afternoon and early evening hours. Showers and brief heavy downpours continue on likely Tuesday and Wednesday.
FOX 26 Houston Weather Forecast
We have a wet week ahead with round of showers and storms each day through at least Wednesday and possibly Thursday. Rain totals for the week could exceed 6" with isolated areas of street flooding likely. In addition to rain, there is a slight chance for severe weather, especially Tuesday and Wednesday. One positive to the forecast is that the temperatures will be at or slightly above normal.
In total over the three day span, Houston could see anywhere from 2"-4", with locally higher amounts possible in some locations.
We are already in a 15% Slight Risk for Excessive Rain on Monday. There is the potential for street flooding in low lying areas or spots with poor drainage. Remember to turn around don't drown and find an alternate route if need be.
At this time, we are not monitoring the threat for any severe storms on Monday, but could see them on Tuesday.
The Storm Prediction Center has outlined the southern half of our viewing area with a 1/5 'Possible' risk for strong wind gusts, and even small hail.
We have exclusive weather coverage on our FOX Local smart tv app. It is free to download and has tips on how to stay safe if there are any flooded street in your neighborhood. We will also have weather updates every half hour on Monday beginning at 1 p.m.