Houston Weather Forecast
Houston weather: 83°F, clear. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Risk assessment for Houston
Derived from the current forecast window - not an official warning.
12 dry days, 16 days above 90°F and humidity at 71%. Hot, dry and windy together is what drives fire spread.
Light haze overhead right now. Aerosol readings cannot separate wildfire smoke from dust, so treat this as a haze signal, not a fire confirmation.
Air quality and pollen in Houston
Air quality: Open-Meteo (CAMS). US AQI scale.
Health and safety today
| Skin and UV | No protection needed for most skin types. |
|---|---|
| Heat stress | The heat index is 88°F, higher than the air temperature because humidity is 71%. Sweat evaporates slowly, so drink before you feel thirsty and take shade breaks. |
| Pets | Pavement can be 20°C hotter than the air. Walk dogs early or late, never leave animals in cars, and carry water. |
| Older adults | Heat builds up slowly indoors. Check on anyone over 65 living alone and keep rooms ventilated. |
| Children | Small bodies overheat faster than adults. Shade, hats and frequent drinks; skip midday sport. |
Active alerts for Houston
Heat Advisory issued August 25 at 12:36AM CDT until August 25 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Houston/Galveston TX
Issued by NWS Houston/Galveston TX
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Houston?
Houston is a city in Texas. Its coordinates are 29.7604, -95.3698. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Houston right now?
It is currently 83°F (28°C) with clear. Humidity is 71% and wind is 8 mph.
When is the best time to visit Houston?
February, March, August, September, October and November offer the most comfortable conditions in Houston, which has a temperate climate. January, May and July are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Houston in?
Houston observes America/Chicago (UTC-05:00). The local time is 4:42 AM.
How many people live in Houston?
Houston has a population of approximately 2.3 million.
What is the nearest airport to Houston?
The closest airports are George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH), 16 mi away, Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS), 141 mi away and Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW), 238 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Houston?
Popular options include Enchanted Rock State Natural Area.
What places are in Houston?
Houston covers 1 places in this atlas, including George Bush Intercontinental Airport.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-us) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Official alerts | US National Weather Service. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 25, 2026 at 4:42 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
