Houston weather: Severe thunderstorms possible
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Severe Threat Increasing For Houston
Sunday Evening - Scattered Strong Storms
Typical June Weather Expected Next Week
Hurricane Season Begins
HOUSTON - Southeast Texas residents can expect a hot and humid Sunday with an Ozone Action Day in effect and an increased risk of severe thunderstorms developing later in the day, primarily bringing threats of large hail and damaging winds.
Most of the FOX 26 area will see afternoon highs back in the lower 90s.
Another disturbance will bring scattered showers and storms Sunday afternoon and evening.
Watch for these storms to move in from the north to the south across Houston. A few of these storms could be on the strong side with hail, gusty winds and frequent lightning.
The Storm Prediction Center has Southeast Texas under a Level 1 and/or 2 (out of 5) risk for a severe thunderstorm with the highest risk north.
Also, keep in mind that ozone levels will be elevated on Sunday. So an air quality alert continues through Sunday evening. If you have respiratory issues, you may want to limit your amount of time outdoors.
Weather for the first week of June looks like typical close to summer weather with temperatures in the low to middle 90s and a few chances for showers and storms.
Heat index values will likely be near 100. So be careful in the heat by staying hydrated and taking breaks in the shade if you have to work outside.
The 2025 Atlantic Hurricane Season begins Sunday.
All is looking quiet for now with Saharan dust moving across the Atlantic Ocean.
NOAA is predicting 13-19 named storms, 6-10 hurricanes and 3-5 major hurricanes.
Now is the time to prepare.
Tropical Storm Alvin formed in the eastern Pacific Ocean on Thursday and has now fallen apart and become Post-Tropical near Cabo San Lucas.
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