Todays weather in Houston Texas - Saturday - 23 May 2026

(00:00:00) Todays weather in Houston Texas - Saturday - 23 May 2026 (00:00:27) Today's Conditions and Rain Chances (00:01:12) Tonight and Rainfall Totals (00:01:31) Weekend Outlook (00:01:50) Memorial Day and the Week Ahead (00:02:21) What To Do Today Houston is operating under a Flood Watch through Sunday at 7 PM, and this weekend's weather demands your attention. A Special Weather Statement is also in effect, making this an active, multi-alert weather situation — not just a typical rainy Saturday.Right now it's 83°F, and showers and thunderstorms are likely throughout the day with a 69% chance of precipitation. Expect up to an inch of new rainfall today alone. Tonight doesn't ease up — a 64% rain chance continues with overnight accumulations potentially hitting one to two inches on top of today's totals. That cumulative rainfall is exactly why the Flood Watch is serious.For commuters heading out this morning: give yourself extra time. Wet roads, reduced visibility, and standing water in low-lying areas are all realistic. Bring an umbrella and consider waterproof shoes — not optional this weekend.Sunday carries a 60% storm chance with a high near 83°F. Don't be fooled by partly sunny patches — afternoon storms can build fast in Houston. The Flood Watch holds through Sunday evening.Memorial Day brings some relief. Rain chances drop to 41% with more sunshine and a high near 85°F — not guaranteed dry, but noticeably better than the weekend. Mid-week, storms cycle back with Wednesday hitting over 80% rain probability. Friday is the first genuinely clear day ahead, mostly sunny near 89°F.Avoid low-water crossings, keep rain gear close, and stay weather-aware this weekend, Houston.This episode includes AI-generated content.