Houston weather: Steamy weekend as summer officially begins

Houston weather: Hot, humid weekend as summer officially begins

The summer season officially begins Friday evening, then the weekend continues with a normal June weather pattern bringing highs in the mid 90s and very isolated afternoon storm activity.

HOUSTON - It's summer solstice, which means it's the longest day of the year. Hopefully, you had a chance to get out and enjoy it!

Summer solstice

The summer season officially begins Friday evening with the solstice - the moment that the sun shines directly on 23.5 degrees north latitude, or simply as far north as it gets. 

This means it is the longest day of the year (longest amount of daylight), but other than that, it will feel the same as the last few days.

Hot & humid weekend

The weekend also continues with a normal June weather pattern bringing highs in the mid 90s and very isolated afternoon storm activity. 

Expect heat index values to range from 100-106 and be mindful of the risk of rip currents along the coast. Swim near lifeguards or avoid going very far unless you're a strong swimmer.

Otherwise, protect yourself from the sun and heat, drink plenty of water and take breaks inside the shade.

Stormy next week

Next week is looking potentially stormy again. 

Our rain chances will be on the rise beginning on Monday. With higher cloud cover and rain chances, temperatures are expected to be near 90 degrees, if not in the upper-80s.

No tropical activity in the Atlantic

Tropical Weather Update - June 20, 2025

The tropics are quiet in the Atlantic, Caribbean and Gulf. As of now, no tropical activity is expected within the next 7 days. There are no threats for Texas in the near future. However, in the East Pacific, an area offshore of the west coast of Central America is being monitored for tropical development. There's a MEDIUM 40% chance a tropical system could develop there next week.

The tropics are quiet in the Atlantic, Caribbean and Gulf. As of now, no tropical activity is expected within the next 7 days. 

There are no threats for Texas in the near future. 

However, in the East Pacific, an area offshore of the west coast of Central America is being monitored for tropical development.  There's a MEDIUM 40% chance a tropical system could develop there next week.