Afternoon highs will soar to the mid 90s today with very isolated rain chances. Showers and storms will increase in coverage Monday and Tuesday. Expect heavy downpours at times with frequent lightning. Once this system passes, we are looking at a drier end to the week.

In today’s post we reflect on the horrors of the flooding in Central Texas on the Fourth of July. With our local forecast, we are going to see the return of fairly widespread

Houston won’t be affected by Tropical Storm Barry as much as it will by Saharan dust this week. But at least weather looks good for July 4 fireworks.