🌴 Tropical Weather Update: Remnants of Dolly are bringing heavy rain, gusty winds & rough seas to the northern Leeward Islands, with impacts spreading toward Puerto Rico, Hispaniola & the SE Bahamas. In the Gulf, a weak low could slowly develop while drifting west over the next few days. 🌧️🌀 #TropicalWeather #GulfofAmerica #Weatherinsights The post 🌴 Tropical Weather Update for 8-30-26 appeared first on Weather Insights.
The Atlantic is getting more active with two areas to watch: 🟡 Disturbance #1: A tropical wave in the central Atlantic has a near 0% chance of development over the next 48 hours and a 20% chance over 7 days. Some gradual development is possible early this week. 🟠 Disturbance #2: Another tropical wave is expected to move off Africa early this week. Conditions could become more favorable for development, with a 40% chance over 7 days. 🌴 For Southeast Texas: Neither system poses an immediate threat to the Texas coast. Both are still well out in the Atlantic, and it’s much too early to discuss
Summer isn’t letting up! Expect hot and humid conditions across Southeast Texas this week, with afternoon highs in the upper 90s to around 100° and heat index values reaching 105-110°. Practice heat safety if you’ll be outdoors. ☀️ Sunday–Wednesday: Mostly sunny, very hot, and mainly dry. ⛈️ Thursday–Saturday: A few isolated to scattered afternoon showers and thunderstorms return, but many areas will remain dry. Any storm that develops could produce brief heavy rain, gusty winds, and lightning. Stay hydrated, take frequent breaks if you’re working outside, and never leave children or pets in p
🌴 Tropical Update | July 19, 2026 🌴 The National Hurricane Center continues to monitor Invest AL91 over the northeastern Gulf of America. Satellite data indicate the area of low pressure is becoming better organized, and a tropical depression could form during the next couple of days as it moves slowly north or northwest. 🌀 Development Chances: • 48 Hours: 60% (Medium) • 7 Days: 60% (Medium) 🌧️ Primary Impacts The greatest threat for heavy rainfall currently extends from the Florida Panhandle westward across Alabama, Mississippi, and Louisiana, where localized flooding could develop over t
An unsettled weather pattern will bring increasing chances for showers and thunderstorms Sunday through Tuesday across Southeast Texas. Periods of heavy rainfall may lead to localized street flooding, especially in low-lying and poor drainage areas where storms repeatedly move over the same locations. If you have outdoor plans, including travel or summer activities, stay weather aware and be prepared for changing conditions. Never drive through flooded roadways—Turn Around, Don’t Drown®. We’ll continue to monitor rainfall trends and provide updates as confidence in the forecast increases. #Sou
Texas Fourth of July Heat HEAT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT It’s going to be a hot Independence Day across the Lone Star State! Afternoon highs will climb into the 90s for most of Texas, with 100°+ temperatures across parts of West Texas. Add in the humidity across East and Southeast Texas, and it will feel even hotter. If you’re celebrating outdoors, attending FIFA events, grilling, or watching fireworks, remember to: Stay hydrated Wear sunscreen Take breaks in the shade or air conditioning Wear lightweight, light-colored clothing Have a safe and happy Fourth of July! #TexasWeather #TXwx #FourthOfJ
🌊 Elevated Rip Current Risk Along the Texas Coast Today If you’re heading to the Texas coast today, be sure to check beach conditions before getting in the water. An elevated rip current risk is in place for much of the Texas coastline, creating dangerous swimming conditions. What is a Rip Current? A rip current is a powerful, narrow channel of water flowing away from the beach. These currents can quickly pull even experienced swimmers away from shore. They don’t pull you underwater—they carry you away from the beach. Why is the Risk Elevated Today? Persistent onshore winds and building waves
Southeast Texas Weather Outlook This Week Summer heat will continue across Southeast Texas this week, with highs in the 90s and humid conditions making it feel even hotter. Daily, minimal chances for scattered showers and thunderstorms are expected, especially during the afternoon and evening hours. Stay weather aware if you’re heading to outdoor activities, including FIFA events, and be prepared for brief heavy rain and lightning delays, especially on Father’s Day. Stay hydrated, take frequent breaks, and monitor the latest forecasts throughout the week. #SoutheastTexas #HoustonWeather #TXwx
Low chance (10%) of tropical development in the southwest Gulf into this weekend Increasing signal for heavy rainfall late Sunday-Tuesday A tropical wave and associated large plume of moisture has moved over the Bay of Campeche this morning. Satellite images show a burst of deeper convection but there is no indication of any surface low IR Satellite Loop for Gulf of Mexico | Tropical Tidbits . Upper level conditions are only marginally favorable for any development of this system given westerly and southwesterly wind shear in place over the southern and western Gulf. This feature and associate
