Houstoners Get Ready for Chilly Monday as Cold Front Moves In
A bitter cold front brought a brisk breeze to Southeast Texas on Sunday, ushering in a cooler and gustier northwesterly wind that's expected to stick around through Tuesday morning. By Monday morning, temperatures are forecasted to plummet to the low 40s, with a wind chill factor making it feel more like the mid-30s by sunrise.
While sunshine will prevail for most of the day, afternoon highs won't warm up much above 60 degrees, keeping the chill in the air. It's not just this week that's feeling the cold snap – two more fronts are on the way, with a weak cool front passing through near Houston on Wednesday and a stronger, colder one expected to hit by Friday.
However, unlike the Midwest and Plains, Southeast Texas won't be bracing for sub-freezing temperatures. Instead, expect another cool-down for next weekend, with morning lows dipping into the 40s and afternoon highs in the low 60s.
Freeze Watch Still a Ways Off
Hoping to escape the chill is those of you holding out hope for a relatively frost-free winter. According to long-range forecasts, Houston's first freeze isn't expected until mid-December – a bit later than average this year.
Rain Returns by Mid-Week
After last week's soggy finish, things are about to flip around with a new weather pattern taking hold. Sunny skies and mild temperatures are forecasted for most of December, but don't count on it getting much drier than that just yet. There's a 20% chance of rain when a front arrives this Friday into the weekend.
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A bitter cold front brought a brisk breeze to Southeast Texas on Sunday, ushering in a cooler and gustier northwesterly wind that's expected to stick around through Tuesday morning. By Monday morning, temperatures are forecasted to plummet to the low 40s, with a wind chill factor making it feel more like the mid-30s by sunrise.
While sunshine will prevail for most of the day, afternoon highs won't warm up much above 60 degrees, keeping the chill in the air. It's not just this week that's feeling the cold snap – two more fronts are on the way, with a weak cool front passing through near Houston on Wednesday and a stronger, colder one expected to hit by Friday.
However, unlike the Midwest and Plains, Southeast Texas won't be bracing for sub-freezing temperatures. Instead, expect another cool-down for next weekend, with morning lows dipping into the 40s and afternoon highs in the low 60s.
Freeze Watch Still a Ways Off
Hoping to escape the chill is those of you holding out hope for a relatively frost-free winter. According to long-range forecasts, Houston's first freeze isn't expected until mid-December – a bit later than average this year.
Rain Returns by Mid-Week
After last week's soggy finish, things are about to flip around with a new weather pattern taking hold. Sunny skies and mild temperatures are forecasted for most of December, but don't count on it getting much drier than that just yet. There's a 20% chance of rain when a front arrives this Friday into the weekend.
If you have any weather-related tips, videos, or photos to share, send 'em our way using the ABC13 form – be sure to check out the terms of use first.
Brrr! This cold snap is already giving us Houston vibes from last year... remember that? Well, at least it's not as bad as some parts of the country. I do hope those of you who are struggling with winter blues find a way to cozy up and stay warm. 
️ There's something so cozy about curling up with a good book and a hot cuppa on a chilly day... anyone else with me on that? 
I mean, I know it's Texas and we're used to having some heat, but 40s and 60s? That's like something from The Shining. You know, all that isolation in the frozen woods... anywayz, back to reality, I guess. Can't wait for those sunshine-filled days ahead, though! 
Also, love how they're saying there won't be sub-freezing temps in Southeast Texas, like we're special or something 
Still not a fan of the rain forecast for mid-week, can't we just have some actual sunshine for once? 
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. I mean, it was like a small avalanche! We all had a good laugh about it. Anyway, back to this cold front... I wonder if they're using any fancy weather prediction software to forecast these fronts 
. And have you guys ever noticed how some cities just get weird weather patterns? Like Houston's always unpredictable. Do you think the rain is going to hit sooner or later?
. And rain? Already? Can't wait for it to clear up and get some sunshine around here 
. Newsflash: we're gonna be bundling up like it's January! I mean, I love a good cold front as much as the next person, but let's get real, 40s on Monday? That's COLD! 
i mean whats the diff btw 40s n 60s anyway? still chilly enough for me
. Can't believe we're already getting hit with this cold front. I'm talking thermal tights and scarf weather now 
. And don't even get me started on the weekend forecast... like 60s in December? That's just a tease, right? 
. Bring on the cozy vibes... or should I say, bring on the layering! 
... I mean, I get it, winter is coming and all that. It's not like we haven't seen this before, but still, 40s in the morning? That's just crazy talk 
And can we PLEASE get some actual snow around here? Just to spice things up a bit? 
A low 40s with wind chill is basically the same as -20 in my book. When's the next front coming, btw?
I was thinking we're due for a snow day this year, but not so fast! 
Did you know winter's chill has been intensifying since Nov 1st? 
What's your favorite winter activity, btw? 
. Can't we just have one dry spell without it turning into a total downpour?
anyway gotta prep for this monday morning - gonna make some hot cocoa and cozy up with a blanket 
. and yay, rain is on its way mid-week which is perfect timing since the weekend is almost here... still hoping for some decent sunshine tho 
just had to throw on my heavy jacket this morning and it's still not cold enough for me 
. Just what we all needed, a reason to hate Mondays even more. 40s in Houston? That's just getting too chill 
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gotta say though 40s in Dec isnt too shabby for us houstoners 
at least its not freezing like those other states are dealing with