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Texas Winter Chill Arrives Early!
16 Oct
Summary
- A cold front will bring winter-like temperatures to parts of Texas.
- The Panhandle could see its first frost or freeze of the season.
- Houston will experience cooler, more comfortable weather this weekend.
A potent cold front is set to sweep across Texas, bringing a sharp, early taste of winter to many regions. The Panhandle is expected to experience the most dramatic shift, with temperatures potentially plunging into the upper 20s to mid-30s, raising concerns about the first frost or freeze of the season. This chill is arriving a few weeks ahead of the average for the region.
Further south and east, the impact will vary. West and North Texas could see lows in the 30s and 40s, while Central Texas anticipates lows in the 40s and 50s. Houston and Southeast Texas will primarily experience lows in the 50s, a significant decrease from previous warmth.
Behind the front, gusty northerly winds are predicted to reach 25 to 35 mph from Friday afternoon into early Saturday. Houston's high on Saturday may only reach the low 70s, with areas north of the city potentially staying in the upper 60s. This marks a substantial change, as Houston's last daily high below 70 degrees was on May 1.
The coolest conditions for Houston are anticipated from Saturday night into Sunday morning, with overnight lows dipping into the 50s for the first time since early May. By Sunday afternoon, warmer and more humid air is expected to return, pushing highs back into the mid- to upper 70s.
