The Houston area is set to experience hazy skies this weekend due to the periodic return of Saharan dust, accompanied by soaring temperatures reaching the mid to upper-90s.
This combination of dust and high pressure promises to create uncomfortable conditions for residents, reminiscent of the more oppressive heat that typically arrives in August.
The Saharan dust is expected to impact air quality and contribute to a milky appearance in the sky, creating one of the more challenging summer days in early June.
Temperature forecasts indicate highs will generally stay in the mid-90s, with some areas potentially reaching the upper-90s on Saturday.
While rain chances appear minimal, some parts of the region are not entirely off the hook.
Areas like Friendswood and the region between Rosharon and Angleton received over an inch of rain recently, hinting that isolated showers may not be out of the question through Saturday.
On Sunday, the heat intensifies, and residents can expect to experience the hottest weather of the year thus far.
With highs attempting to reach the mid to upper-90s, the Saharan dust may help keep temperatures from climbing too high.
Realistically, people will feel like it is nearing 105 degrees due to humidity levels.
As we plunge deeper into the summer, this early season heat wave is notable as it surpasses the typical early June temperatures that usually hover just above 90 degrees.
It is crucial for residents to take precautions during these hot days, particularly given the unaccustomed nature of these temperatures.
Morning lows this weekend will also be uncomfortable, often lingering in the upper 70s to around 80 degrees near the coast.
Galveston Island and areas from San Luis Pass to Surfside have already seen morning lows in the 80s this week, which could continue through the weekend.
Parts of inner loop Houston might also experience difficulties dropping below 80 degrees as well.
Looking ahead to Monday, a significant shift in weather is predicted.
As the high-pressure ridge over Texas tilts further west, a deep trough forming in the Great Lakes will usher in rain and potential thunderstorms for Texas.
While Monday may still see sparse rain coverage, these chances will increase significantly from Sunday, resulting in a drop in temperatures back to the low to mid-90s for highs.
Tuesday may present a more unsettled weather scenario, with predictions of strong thunderstorms and heavy rainfall.
Though specifics on timing and storm behavior are still under consideration, this day has been identified as potentially stormy from early in the week.
Residents are encouraged to plan ahead for possible disruptions due to the forecasted severe weather.
Rain totals could range from 1 to 3 inches across several areas, depending on storm development, with some localized spots experiencing even heavier amounts.
Meteorologists and weather trackers will monitor the situation closely over the weekend to provide updates and more information as it unfolds.
As we move beyond Tuesday, rain chances may decrease; however, elevated probabilities of precipitation are expected to persist through Wednesday and Thursday.
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