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TIMELINE: Here’s when you can expect storms in your area this Thursday

Here’s a timeline so you can plan your day

Lightning flashes as a thunderstorm passes in the distance Monday, April 13, 2026, in Lenexa, Kan. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel) (Charlie Riedel, Copyright 2026 The Associated Press. All rights reserved.)

HOUSTON – Rain! Yes rain, is back in the forecast for your Thursday. We started off Thursday on a mostly dry note with just a few passing showers but rain should become a bit more scattered as we head into the second half of your day.

Overall, we are looking at a 40% chance of rain so not a washout but a few of us should walk away with some much needed rainfall.


Rain timeline

Through noon: Mostly dry with partly to mostly cloudy skies

Mid-afternoon: Isolated showers and storms begin to pop... Likely favoring areas south of I-10

Isolated storms popping

Evening commute: Storms become a bit more scattered and could impact areas near I-10 as you are trying to get home for the evening.

Scattered storms around Houston

Mid to late evening: Scattered storms become more on the isolated side but could hang around even through midnight.

Isolated rain into the late evening

**There is a chance for a couple of isolated strong to severe storms today with wind gusts up to 60 mph being the main threat.

Other threats include small hail, heavy rain, and lightning. Make sure you stay weather aware and head indoors if you hear thunder.