A potent cold front is moving through the Houston area, bringing with it a significant drop in temperatures and the possibility of wintry precipitation. A second, even stronger arctic blast is predicted to arrive early next week, bringing the coldest air in over a year.
Expect a mostly cloudy and mild day with temperatures hovering around 55 degrees Fahrenheit. A shift in wind direction from south to west signals an approaching cold front. Rain chances are at 20% early Saturday, with the cold front passing through by late Saturday morning. Temperatures will rise to near 60 degrees on Saturday. However, the Houston Marathon will see significantly colder conditions with temperatures dipping into the middle to upper 30s, and wind chills in the upper 20s.
Expect breezy conditions with gusts ranging from 20-25 mph. Sunday's forecast predicts temperatures only in the middle 40s. Weather models indicate a strong likelihood of another arctic blast early next week, potentially bringing the coldest air experienced this season and the coldest conditions in about a year.A 'COLD WEATHER ADVISORY' is likely to be issued for early next week, with a 'HARD FREEZE WARNING' also anticipated for much of the region. MLK Day will be characterized by cold and breezy conditions with high temperatures near 40 degrees and lows dipping into the 20s. Light wintry precipitation may develop late Monday night. The chances for wintry precipitation increase significantly between early Tuesday morning and Tuesday night, with a projected likelihood of 50-70%. This could include freezing rain, sleet, or snow. Houston could experience anywhere from a trace to 2 inches of snow between Tuesday morning and Tuesday night. Drier conditions are expected on Wednesday, but roads may remain slick and icy. Stay updated on the latest winter weather developments, school and business closures, and more by downloading the free FOX Local app
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