A weekend arctic blast is expected to bring significant cold temperatures to Houston, impacting the annual Houston Half Marathon and Marathon. Thousands of runners will face chilly conditions and strong headwinds.
As Houston prepares for a weekend arctic blast , the city is also gearing up for the annual Houston Half Marathon and Marathon. Thousands of runners and walkers will take to the streets on Sunday, facing temperatures in the mid-30s at the starting line, with wind chill s making it feel like the upper-20s.
While the day will warm to the lower-40s under sunny skies, runners will contend with strong north winds, creating a headwind for half marathoners between miles 9-11 and full-marathon runners between miles 11-12 and 13-18. This weekend's weather shift follows a period of warmer temperatures in the mid-60s, with a high of nearly 70° expected on Friday. However, the arctic front arrives at noon on Saturday, bringing with it the potential for significant temperature drops.Monday through Wednesday will be dominated by Arctic air, with temperatures remaining well below freezing. On Tuesday, a coastal system is predicted to move along the Texas coastline, bringing a surge of Gulf moisture into the frigid air. This combination could result in a wintry scenario for much of southeast Texas, with the potential for snow, sleet, or freezing rain, particularly near the coast. The Stormtracker 2 Weather Team will closely monitor the evolving weather patterns and provide regular updates through the weekend.While predicting the exact nature of the wintry precipitation remains uncertain, residents are advised to prepare for the possibility of snow, sleet, or freezing rain. Homeowners are encouraged to take steps to protect their plants and pipes by bringing them indoors or covering them. It is also recommended to drain sprinkler systems and winterize them to prevent freezing. The forecast calls for a cold Martin Luther King Day, with temperatures in the upper 20s on Monday morning, the coldest day expected to be Tuesday. Temperatures could remain at or below freezing from Monday through next Saturday.
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