Heavy rain possible most of this week, check latest forecast

HOUSTON – Happy Father’s Day! We have a sunny day ahead with highs in the mid 90s and temperatures in the triple digits. Stay hydrated and take breaks inside from the air conditioning.

However, big changes are afoot next week.

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The National Hurricane Center is monitoring an area with a 70% risk of development in the southwest Gulf of Mexico. This could become the first tropical system of the season.

Regardless of development, a plume of tropical moisture will arrive in Southeast Texas on Monday and dominate our skies through Thursday.

Heavy rain is expected along the coast, where a total of 8 to 11 inches is possible.

Houston and cities along I-10 could see 5″-8″ total and cities northwest of Houston could receive 2″-4″.

In addition to heavy rain, dangerous seas, high rip currents and coastal flooding are possible.

Seas will likely exceed 10 feet offshore. Beaches will not be safe for swimming next week.

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