Pattern shift begins today, rain chances best for western counties

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — Hot and dry weather has been the trend for over a week, but today marks the transitional day between a long stretch of hot weather and a new pattern of storms.

This morning we’ve already seen scattered thunderstorms for our western counties, and while everyone has a chance of rain, the highest rain chances through the day will be for those west of Harris County. Rain chances will continue and even increase in the coming days, with Memorial Day and Tuesday looking like the most likely days to pick up some rain. The wet weather will also knock back down high temperatures in to the mid 80s, a welcome relief after a week of searing heat.

The upper low responsible for the rain could hang around for several days next week, which would bring a chance for daily downpours every afternoon as temperatures climb into the 80s. Total rainfall for most areas will range between 1-3 inches, while rainfall amounts west of Houston will be significantly higher (4-6 inches).