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Saturday carries a Weather Impact Day designation across parts of the region as scattered storms push through with the potential to turn severe. A slow-moving cold front approaching from the west sets the tone for the weekend and into early next week. The pattern brings risks before it brings relief.
Temperatures Saturday reach the upper 80s to near 90 degrees, with humidity pushing the feel-like temperature into the upper 90s in some areas. Much of Saturday morning stays dry. Storm activity picks up through the afternoon and becomes more widespread after 6 p.m. Across the Eastern Shore, light scattered showers are already moving through the morning hours ahead of the heavier activity arriving later.
What the Saturday storms could bring
The main threats Saturday involve damaging wind gusts, heavy downpours, lightning and the potential for flash flooding. Some storms during the afternoon and evening could reach severe levels. Forecasters rate the severe weather risk at Level 1 of 5 for the evening hours, but conditions can change quickly within individual storms. Turning on weather alerts before heading outside is strongly advised.
Those planning outdoor activities on Saturday should monitor conditions closely and be ready to take shelter when storms develop. The most active period runs from midday through the evening hours.
A few more rounds of showers and thunderstorms are expected ton Monday, with the potential for heavy rain. There is a Slight Risk (level 2 of 4) of excessive rainfall for most areas and a Marginal Risk (level 1 of 4) for the rest of Southeast Texas. #txwx pic.twitter.com/LpJqHLgwHU
— NWS Houston (@NWSHouston) July 11, 2026
How Sunday and Monday look after the cold front
The cold front passes through overnight into Sunday morning. Scattered showers and storms continue through Sunday on and off, but temperatures drop noticeably. Highs Sunday reach only the low 80s rather than near 90. Breezy conditions follow the front through, and coastal areas should be aware of minor tidal flooding during high tide Sunday evening around 8 p.m.
The front stalls just south of the region Sunday night. As a result, Monday carries continued cloud cover and scattered rain showers through the day. Monday will also be the coolest day of the stretch with highs around 80 degrees. Humidity remains elevated even with the temperature drop.
When the storms clear and what comes next
High pressure builds in and takes over Tuesday through Thursday, ending the storm pattern and bringing a dry stretch with plenty of sunshine. That dry period also comes with warming temperatures. Starting Wednesday, highs push into the mid-90s and hold there through the rest of the workweek. The combination of strong sunshine and climbing temperatures will make the dry days feel hot quickly.
Friday brings isolated storm chances back into the picture as the pattern shifts again. For now, the focus remains on staying weather-aware through Saturday evening and into Sunday. Keep alerts on, check forecasts before outdoor plans and stay ready to move inside if conditions develop quickly.
SOURCE: KSAT, WAVY
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