Todays weather in Houston Texas - Thursday - 14 May 2026

(00:00:00) Todays weather in Houston Texas - Thursday - 14 May 2026 (00:00:37) Rain Chances And What To Wear (00:01:29) Air Quality Alert In Effect (00:02:16) Humidity Building Toward Weekend (00:02:58) What Comes Next Houston faces one of the more disruptive weather days of the spring on Wednesday, May 14. South-southwest winds of 15 to 30 miles per hour are expected throughout the day, with gusts reaching 50 mph — strong enough to move unsecured outdoor furniture, make highway driving uncomfortable, and destroy an umbrella on contact. Secure anything loose before you leave the house.On top of the wind, a 70 percent chance of spotty showers means you cannot count on staying dry. Some neighborhoods will get soaked while others stay clear — pack a waterproof layer and leave the open-toed shoes at home. Temperatures are climbing toward 90 degrees, warmer than typical for mid-May, and that heat is part of what is driving the atmospheric instability.An air quality alert is also active today. Stagnant conditions have been trapping ozone near ground level, and sensitive groups — including people with asthma, respiratory conditions, or heart issues — should limit prolonged outdoor activity. The same heat driving today's gusty winds may help flush pollution out, but the official alert remains in effect.Looking ahead, coastal moisture is building and a return of meaningful rainfall is expected this weekend, ending a notably dry stretch for the Houston area. Exact totals and timing are still being refined.For today: light jacket for the wind, waterproof layer for the rain, and give yourself extra time on the road. Conditions are manageable — they just require more preparation than a typical day. This podcast was built using AI technology. A YesWee production.This episode includes AI-generated content.