Welcome to your Houston Severe Weather Center, serving the nation’s third-largest city. Houston is a place where record-breaking storms and devastating floods are a reality. From the catastrophic deluge of Hurricane Harvey in 2017 to the recent flash floods of May 2024, our city faces some of the most intense weather in the country. To stay safe and informed, check out our real-time severe weather alerts below.
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🌤️ Houston, TX — 7-Day Forecast
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Tonight
Partly Cloudy
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Friday
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Wednesday
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Houston Weather Records & Milestones
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All-Time Record High
109°F
Set on September 4, 2000, and tied on August 27, 2011, as Houston reached its hottest official temperature on record.
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Wettest Year on Record
79.69″ — 2017
Repeated tropical rainfall and Hurricane Harvey pushed Houston to its wettest year ever in the long-term climate record.
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All-Time Record Low
5°F
Set on January 18, 1930, during one of the strongest Arctic intrusions ever observed across Southeast Texas.
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Greatest Snowfall On Record
20.0″ — 1895
Houston’s historic February 1895 snowstorm remains one of the most extraordinary winter weather events ever recorded on the Gulf Coast.
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Official Climate Archive
1889–Present
National Weather Service annual climate records for Houston extend back to 1889, providing a long period of record for extremes.
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Modern Flood Benchmark
Harvey — 2017
Harvey redefined Houston flood risk and remains the modern benchmark for extreme rainfall and high-impact urban flooding.
Source: NWS Houston/Galveston climate summaries and annual rankings.
- May 16, 2024: A line of severe thunderstorms brought widespread flash flooding and damaging winds to the region, highlighting the rapid onset of dangerous conditions.
- February 2023: A prolonged period of heavy rainfall led to significant flooding along the San Jacinto River, impacting numerous communities.
- Hurricane Harvey (August 25-29, 2017): This catastrophic event brought unprecedented rainfall and devastating flooding, causing widespread damage.
- 2025 Snow Records broken
Houston Suburbs particularly vulnerable to flooding and severe weather include:
- Kingwood and Humble, located along the San Jacinto River.
- Areas near the Addicks and Barker reservoirs, which can experience controlled releases during heavy rainfall.
- Communities along the coastal plain, susceptible to storm surge and heavy rainfall.
Galveston, a coastal city within the Houston metropolitan area, has a long and tragic history with hurricanes:
- The Great Galveston Hurricane of 1900 (September 8, 1900): This devastating storm remains the deadliest natural disaster in U.S. history, claiming thousands of lives.
- Galveston is very susceptible to storm surge, and any hurricane threats should be taken seriously.
Houston’s flooding history is extensive, characterized by:
- Rapid urbanization and development, which have increased runoff and decreased natural drainage.
- The city’s flat topography and proximity to numerous waterways, which contribute to flooding.
- The frequency of slow-moving tropical storms and hurricanes, which can produce prolonged heavy rainfall.
- Houston has had many flooding events in the past 10 years, and it is important to stay aware of current weather conditions.
We provide real-time radar, flood warnings, and severe weather alerts to keep you informed. It is very important to have a plan in place for any severe weather event. Understanding Houston’s weather patterns and historical events is crucial for staying safe in this dynamic and often challenging environment.
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