HOUSTON – An arctic front moved through southeast Texas overnight, bringing another round of freezing temperatures this weekend.
While this cold snap will not be as severe as last weekend’s, residents are still urged to protect pipes, plants and pets before temperatures return to near normal next week.
Below is a timeline of when the coldest air is expected to impact the region.
Friday night into early Saturday
3 a.m. – 6 a.m. Saturday: Temperatures will begin falling below freezing from north to south across southeast Texas. Freezing conditions are expected to persist through about 10 a.m. Saturday.
A Cold Weather Advisory is in effect from 3 a.m. to 10 a.m. Saturday. Temperatures in the low to mid 30s, combined with north winds gusting up to 20 mph, will make it feel like the teens to low 20s. Residents planning to be outdoors for extended periods should cover exposed skin to prevent frostbite.
Saturday afternoon
High temperatures will rebound into the mid 40s by Saturday afternoon, providing a brief break from the cold.
Saturday night into Sunday morning
Around 9 p.m. Saturday: Temperatures are expected to drop below freezing again.
Overnight lows:Houston could see lows as cold as 26 degrees.
The National Weather Service has issued a Freeze Watch from Saturday evening through Sunday morning due to widespread freezing temperatures.
Temperatures are forecast to climb just above freezing around 10 a.m. Sunday.
What residents should do
The best times to drip faucets and protect pipes and plants are:
- Friday night through Saturday morning
- Saturday night through Sunday morning
Pet owners should ensure animals have adequate shelter from the cold.
Cold air will gradually retreat eastward on Monday, allowing temperatures to return closer to seasonal averages. Pipe and plant coverings can be removed once freezing conditions end.