Houston Winter Storm: What residents need to know
Houston Mayor John Whitmire is urging residents to avoid the roads starting Monday evening. Officials share how they are preparing and what steps residents need to take.
Houston weather: When will it snow?
A winter storm warning is in effect from 6 p.m. tonight through 6 p.m. Tuesday. A cold weather advisory is in effect through noon today. Very cold this morning, then a breezy and cold day with highs near 39. Snow could begin after 10 p.m. to midnight tonight.
Houston weather: How much snow will we see?
A Winter Storm Warning is in effect for much of southeast Texas. FOX 26 meteorologist John Dawson takes a look at how much snow we expect to see and how much ice and freezing rain later this week.
Houston officials tell residents to prep for snow
Snow and ice is expected to fall in Houston later this week. Houston Mayor John Whitmire and other staff members urged residents to take steps to prepare for the upcoming winter storm.
Runners brave cold at Chevron Houston Marathon
Thousands of runners bundled up and got out in the cold to run in the 53rd annual Chevron Houston Marathon on Sunday morning.
Houston weather: Hobby, Bush airports to close Tuesday
Houston Hobby Airport and George Bush Intercontinental Airport will be closed on Tuesday as snow and ice is expected to fall in the area.
Houston weather: Where this week's snow could end up in the record books
The snow we are expecting on Monday night into Tuesday could be one for the record books.
Houston leaders on preps for winter storm
The City of Houston speaks about the steps that have been taken in preparation for this week's winter storm.
Houston weather: Winter Storm Warning in effect until Tuesday night
A Winter Storm Warning has been issued for the Houston area through Tuesday evening. Here's our forecast.
Houston weather: Winter Storm Warning issued
FOX 26 meteorologist John Dawson takes a look at the winter storm expected to hit Houston later this week and what we expect for snow and ice.
Houston school closures for Tuesday, January 21, 2025
An arctic blast will bring freezing cold temperatures and the potential for hazardous ice next week. We are keeping track of school closures as they are announced.
When were some of the most memorable snow events in Houston?
Snow is on the way for Houston, and maybe a lot of it. Significant snow is a rare event here, so Chief Meteorologist Mike Iscovitz has a look back at some of the most memorable snow events in Houston history. Also, if you're wondering why we're getting snow and areas north, like Dallas, aren't. Mike has a quick explainer.
Houston weather: Your morning forecast for Jan. 19
We will get widespread snow across the area. A Winter Storm Watch has been put into effect until Tuesday. Two to three inches of snow expected with 4-5" in some spots.
Latest on Arctic Blast for Houston-area, Jan. 18
Meteorologist John Dawson gives the latest update on the incoming Arctic Blast, forecasted to bring ice and snow to to not only the Houston-area, but Southeast Texas.
Houston weather: Cold Weather Advisory issued
The FOX26 area should be ready for snow and ice this week. The can be fun but the threat of ice on the roads and power lines can be dangerous. The National Weather Service has issued a WINTER STORM WATCH from 6pm Monday through 6pm Tuesday. Beginning Monday night, some light snow could begin, especially northwest of Houston. By Tuesday morning, there is a high chance for ice, snow and sleet. Roads will become hazardous, so plan to stay put if possible from Tuesday morning until midday Wednesday.
County leaders outline cold weather preps
Harris County leaders have outlined preparations they are making for the incoming freezing weather in the area next week.
Arctic blast: Houston warming centers open due to cold weather, Jan. 19-24
Warming centers will be open across the Greater Houston area due to temperatures expected to reach near freezing from Jan. 19 to Jan. 24.
Houston weather: Winter Storm Warning issued through Tuesday. Will we see snow and ice?
A blast of cold air is expected to move into Houston on Sunday, and we could see snow and ice early next week. Here's our forecast.
FULL: Harris County extreme cold preparations
Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo, Houston Mayor John Whitmire, and other area leaders discuss how the county is preparing for the incoming extreme cold weather and hard freeze.
Houston weather: What we know about possible snow, ice
Will it snow? Will schools be closed on Wednesday too? FOX 26 chief meteorologist Mike Iscovitz breaks down what we know and what we don't know about our upcoming weather.