Cold front moves through Houston bringing winds and chill

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — The cold front is moving through the Houston area, bringing a chance for scattered showers and storms. Gusty winds will develop behind the front Wednesday evening. A Wind Advisory is in effect for parts of southeast Texas from 6 p.m. Wednesday through 6 a.m. Thursday

How strong will the winds be?

The strongest winds are expected Wednesday evening through early Thursday. North winds will increase between 15 to 25 mph and gust up to 35 mph for inland areas, up to 45 mph near the coast.

What is the weather forecast for Houston on Christmas Day?

The cold front Wednesday night should bring colder and drier weather by Christmas Day. At this time, we are expecting a cold morning in the low 30s with a mostly sunny afternoon near 60 degrees. It’s possible there could even be a little frost on the ground Christmas morning.