Houston students are heading back to class Monday — and thunderstorms could complicate the first-day routine.
Scattered showers and thunderstorms are expected to develop as deep tropical moisture hangs over Southeast Texas. Most storms should arrive during the daytime, making the afternoon trip home more likely to encounter heavy rain, lightning or gusty winds than the morning commute.
For Houston ISD students returning to the classroom, timing will matter. Here’s how Monday’s weather could unfold from the first bus stop to afternoon dismissal.
Houston’s back-to-school weather timeline for Monday
Bus stop: Monday morning should start relatively quiet in Houston, although patchy fog could develop in spots. Scattered downpours are most likely during the morning hours along the coast. Otherwise, expect a warm and muggy start with temperatures quickly rising after sunrise. Most thunderstorms should hold off during the morning, giving students a better chance of staying dry on the way to school…