Happening NOW: We’re tracking several thunderstorms this afternoon, scattered throughout the area.
Flood Advisory issued for for Wharton, Fort Bend, Harris and Waller counties until 4:15 PM. Watch for flooding along I-10 West, 99, and 36. 1 -3 inches of rain have already fallen.
CHECK RADAR HERE: YOU CAN TRACK RAIN AND THUNDERSTORMS BEFORE YOU LEAVE YOUR HOUSE.
Planning your afternoon into the evening:
With more rain and thunderstorms this afternoon. With the heat and instability, any storm that forms can turn severe.
- We’ll watch for storms south of I-10 around 3 pm, pushing to the west of I-10 in the Columbus area by 5 and spotty showers by 8 pm.
Timing can change, so your weather team will update you throughout the night.
Thursday’s Forecast:
Similar to Wednesday, there will be more afternoon thunderstorms. We’ll wake up in the 70s with a high in the mid-80s. We’ll keep a close eye on radar as we get into the afternoon.
Tracking tropical moisture at the end of the week:
There is a large, disorganized area of tropical moisture in the Gulf. It shouldn’t form into a tropical storm or depression, but it will bring more organized heavy rain to the Gulf Coast. There is a 60% chance of moisture here on Friday and Saturday. Both of these days we have a street flooding threat.
Your extended forecast:
After these next several stormy days, things are expected to trend drier as we get closer to the middle of next week. Have your plans ready for changing weather, keep the Storm Tracker 2 radar handy, and check back for the latest local updates.
Watch: Building a hurricane kit without breaking the bank:
Hurricane season officially begins June 1. Are you ready? Many Houstonians, regardless of income level, are continuing to keep a close eye on their budgets. To help you prepare before the season ramps up, be sure to tune in to our KPRC 2 Hurricane & Flood Survival Guide next Wednesday at 8 p.m. We’ll cover everything you need to know as we head into the 2026 hurricane season.
In the meantime, check out our list of 2026 hurricane names and learn about the history behind how hurricanes are named.