July 4th, Storm in Houston, Latest News on Hurricane Beryl

Happy 4th of July! If you’re planning on having a 4th of July BBQ, here’s a quick look at your heat forecast!

Weather at a glance:

Maximum temperature of the day:

Forecast: 98

Normal: 92

High record: 103 in 2009

Today’s Low:

Forecast: 80

Normal: 76

Low record: 70 in 1985

But thanks to the heat and humidity, the feeling will be much stronger!

3:00 p.m.: 108

5 p.m.: 104

7:00 p.m.: 101

9:00 p.m.: 97

Fireworks Forecast:

A generally clear sky so you can enjoy the fireworks!

In the footsteps of the tropics:

Midday Update: Hurricane Beryl is a Category 2 with strong winds and flooding in the Cayman Islands.

Hurricane-force winds, dangerous storm surges and heavy rains are expected in the Yucatan Peninsula tonight Friday, and in two days in the Gulf of Mexico.

Category Overview:

Cat 1: 74-95 mph

Cat 2: 91-110 mph

Cat 3: 111-129 mph

Cat 4: 130-156 mph

Cat 5: 157+ mph

Next category update: 4 p.m.

What we are monitoring and tracking over the next few days:

After Beryl leaves the Yucatan Peninsula on Friday, it will spend two days in the Gulf of Mexico.

Will it weaken and become a tropical storm?

Or

Will this intensify in the warm waters of the Gulf?

Next, we observe the landing trajectory:

How much rain could we get in Houston?

Currently, Futuretrack shows that by July 13th we could get:

9.4″ El Campo

Columbus 9.1″

8.9 inch Brenham

Austin 8.6 inch

5.6″Hunstville

4.4″ Houston

Keep in mind that this will take place over several days, not just one.

There’s still a lot left to think about, but we should have more answers before Sunday and we’ll keep you updated immediately!

Side:

So if you’re heading to the coast, make sure you leave before Sunday and download our weather app for updates! As you can see, lots of people are enjoying the beach this holiday weekend!