Houston’s winter weather timeline

Winter weather warnings issued for Galveston County as Arctic front arrives

In addition to the cold watch, a Winter Weather Advisory is in effect for inland portions of Galveston County through Sunday, signaling a threat of freezing rain or sleet that could make travel hazardous, especially on bridges and overpasses.

Bracing for a winter storm in Houston and across Texas

Get live updates on openings, closings, and more as winter weather moves closer to Houston.

Houston winter storm timeline: When it will freeze & roads could ice

The latest Houston, Texas winter storm 2026 weekend forecast including the timeline of when it will get cold, what to expect, potential icy conditions, the latest on preparations to prevent power outages and live coverage.

Freeze prepping window closing as Arctic front approaches Houston

An Arctic front is expected to bring dangerously cold air and possible freezing rain and sleet to Southeast Texas this weekend, with temperatures dropping sharply and wind chills near or below zero, so people should winterize their pipes, protect pets and plants, and plan travel accordingly.

Here’s how Houston-area officials are preparing for winter weather threat

The National Weather Service's Houston area office forecasts southeast Texas could be hit by dangerously cold temperatures, with potentially life-threatening wind chills. Officials are opening warming shelters and pre-treating roads for ice.

Houston’s winter weather timeline

We are expecting our Arctic front to arrive late Friday night, but the cold air will be slow to funnel into SE Texas.