FOX 26 Houston Weather Forecast
We are enjoying picture perfect weather across Soitheast Texas this weekend. Look for another super pleasant morning Sunday with temperatures in the 60s and low humidity. Weather will be perfect for Texans tailgating before the noon kickoff against the Jaguars Sunday. We then jump to the 90s by the afternoon with loads of sunshine. Temperatures heat up a bit early next week with more humidity before dropping some late week. That's when more clouds and rain chances return. We are closely monitoring the potential for another tropical system to develop in the W. Caribbean and move into the southern Gulf mid-late week. Right now there's a medium 50% chance of this happening. Keep checking back for updates!
Another possible tropical system in the Gulf
Post-Tropical Helene continues to wind down over the Tennessee Valley region. There's still a low flash flood risk today from Cincinnati to St. Louis to Nashville. Hurricane Isaac and Tropical Storm Joyce are still churning in the central Atlantic but are expected to stay out to sea. We are closely monitoring a tropical wave in the eastern Atlantic now with a HIGH 70% chance to become a tropical system over the next week. There's also an area of concern in the western Caribbean where models indicate an area of low pressure may form over the next 7 days. This means another tropical system could be rolling through the Gulf of Mexico by late next week. Right now there's a MEDIUM 50% chance of this happening. Download FOX Local to get the latest updates on a very busy hurricane season!
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FOX 26 Houston Weather Forecast
It is a lovely start to the weekend in Houston. Wake up temperatures are in the 60s with highs in the 90s. Low humidity will continue with dry and clear skies. Enjoy this fall-like weather this weekend because we will be warming up next week. Helene is now a post-tropical cyclone. We continue to monitor widespread flooding across the Appalachians. Hurricane Isaac and Tropical Storm Joyce are churning in the open water of the Atlantic and will likely stay out to sea. There are two areas, one in the Caribbean and one in the Atlantic, with the chance for development over the next week. We will continue to monitor these areas and bring you the latest updates on the free FOX Local app.
FOX 26 Houston Weather Forecast
Near perfect fall weather will continue through the weekend for the Houston area with lots of sunshine and very dry air. That means low humidity and pleasant mornings in the 60s. High temperatures this weekend should climb to the low 90s. Temperatures will heat up and humidity will increase a bit next week but low rain chances are not expected to return until late next week. An area of low pressure could develop in the western Caribbean over the next week and there's a low 30% chance of this happening. Helene is now a much weaker Post-Tropical Cyclone over Kentucky but is still dumping torrential rain across the Appalachians, Tennessee Valley & Ohio Valley. Hurricane Isaac and Tropical Storm Joyce are both in the central Atlantic but are not expected to be a threat to land at this point.
Tennessee hospital floods, forcing 'dangerous' helicopter rescue
Catastrophic flooding from Tropical Storm Helene forced a “dangerous rescue situation" at a hospital in northeast Tennessee.
Helene makes landfall, watching new area in western Caribbean
Helene is now a Post-Tropical cyclone over Kentucky with 35 mph winds after making landfall Thursday night around the Big Bend of Florida as a Category 4 140 mph hurricane. It has already dumped over 30 inches of rain across parts of North Carolina and is the cause of massive flash flooding across several states. Helene will still bring a flash flood threat across the Tennessee and Ohio Valleys as it falls apart over the weekend. Weather for Houston will be closer to perfect this weekend with pleasant mornings and warm but sunny afternoons. Temperatures will get a bit hotter next week with low rain chances returning Thursday and Friday. Hurricane Isaac and Tropical Storm Joyce are both in the central Atlantic but are not expected to be a threat to land at this point. Two areas are being monitored with a low 30% chance for tropical development over the next week. One is in the eastern Atlantic and the other is in the western Caribbean. Keep checking back for updates and make sure to download FOX Local on your smart TV for the latest!
Hurricane Helene: 17 deaths reported in the state of Georgia
Hurricane Helene isn’t only expected to damage homes and vehicles; it has already resulted in at least 17 deaths and one injury, with more fatalities and injuries anticipated.
FOX 26 Houston Weather Forecast
Near perfect fall weather will continue through the weekend for the Houston area with lots of sunshine and very dry air. That means low humidity and pleasant mornings in the 60s. High temperatures this weekend should climb to the low 90s. Temperatures will heat up and humidity will increase a bit next week but low rain chances are not expected to return until late next week. An area of low pressure could develop in the western Caribbean over the next week and there's a low 30% chance of this happening. Helene is now a much weaker Post-Tropical Cyclone over Kentucky but is still dumping torrential rain across the Appalachians, Tennessee Valley & Ohio Valley. Hurricane Isaac and Tropical Storm Joyce are both in the central Atlantic but are not expected to be a threat to land at this point.
Death toll rises as Helene unleashes catastrophic flooding across Southeast, knocks out power to millions
Hurricane Helene made landfall in Florida's Big Bend region as a catastrophic Category 4 storm Thursday night, lashing the region with devastating winds around 140 mph.
Hurricane Helene impacts in Florida, southeast US
Allison is taking a look at the aftereffects of Hurricane Helene in Florida and the southeastern Unites States and Mike explains what's in store for the rest of hurricane season.
Watch: FOX Weather meteorologist rescues woman from rising floodwaters in Atlanta
Van Dillen, a journalist from the Atlanta area, heard a woman's desperate cries for help during Hurricane Helene. She had driven into floodwaters and was trapped in her car before sunrise Friday.
FOX 26 Houston Weather Forecast
Houston is waking up to beautiful weather. Low humidity and clear skies will continue into the afternoon with highs reaching the low-90s. This dry air dominates our skies through the weekend. Now Tropical Storm Helene is bringing round of heavy rain with a major flood threat across the southeastern U.S. today. Along with the flooding, strong winds will be likely which could lead to even more power outages across the area.
Watch: Drone video from inside Hurricane Helene
A drone intentionally steered into Hurricane Helene in the eastern Gulf of Mexico took video of the strengthening cyclone in the hours before its was set to make landfall on Florida’s Gulf Coast.
WATCH: Amazing rescue of family with baby and dogs from rising floodwaters
Emergency crews in Atlanta rescued a family early Friday morning after their vehicle was swept off the road by swift floodwaters.
Hurricane Helene makes landfall in Florida's Big Bend region near Perry as powerful Cat 4 storm
Hurricane Helene made landfall as an "extremely dangerous" Category 4 storm in Florida's Big Bend region, with maximum sustained winds near 140 mph.
FOX donates to Red Cross Hurricane Helene relief efforts: Here's how you can help
FOX has partnered with the American Red Cross to provide crucial support to those affected by Hurricane Helene. Learn how you can donate to help fund shelter, meals, and other recovery efforts.
Hurricane Helene an 'extremely dangerous' Category 4 storm on track to Florida
Hurricane Helene has made landfall along Florida's Nature Coast.
Where does Helene go after hitting Florida? Southeast, mid-Atlantic could see 'catastrophic' flooding
The large storm will move quickly north, bringing widespread heavy rain, damaging winds and possible tornadoes to major cities in the Southeast and Midwest, including Atlanta, Nashville and St. Louis.