Just so we’re all on the same page for this crazy weather, I want you to recall that on Monday—just three days ago—the high temperature in Houston was 81 degrees. And now we are talking about snow. And speaking of snow, here is the scene in College Station on Thursday evening, shortly after sunset.
College Station, TX @TxStormChasers pic.twitter.com/G5wrhBnXsL
— Josh Woosley (@Joshwoos) December 8, 2017
A winter weather advisory is in effect for northern counties in the Houston metro area (i.e. Waller, Montgomery, and Grimes) where moderate snowfall may stick to some bridges this evening as surface temperatures fall to below freezing. Up to 2 or even 3 inches of snow is possible for some areas in the Brazos Valley area, as the snow continues to fall.
Here’s a look at the radar, showing (in blue) areas of snow as of 8pm.
This system is slowly moving to the east-southeast. Short-term models suggest the band of moderate to heavy snowfall that stretches from Austin to College Station to Huntsville in the map above will weaken as it moves into the Houston area later tonight. This perhaps means the central part of Houston will see only flurries, or no snowfall at all. We’re not entirely sure.
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However, as this system slides toward the coast after midnight and during the early morning hours on Friday, it should pick up some Gulf moisture, and there is a window during which (and I can hardly believe I’m writing this) heavier snow could begin to fall. This most likely will occur between Interstate 69/Highway 59 and the coast. I still think the ground is warm enough near the coast that we’re not going to see much in the way of accumulation on roads and streets. But certainly, I would not bet against some snow sticking to car rooftops and yards.
We’re not sure exactly what Houston is going to wake up to, but at this point we don’t expect snow or ice to stick to roadways. We are a bit concerned about elevated roads and bridges, so be sure and check travel conditions when you wake up in the morning. We’ll have a full update first thing in the morning.
Do you have concerns about snow or ice buildups on power lines, Eric?
This is pretty funny:
https://youtu.be/QhHr7LCVQRw
I love it! Thank you Cheryl this makes my day:@)
Well, this certainly seems like more fun than reporting on flooding!
Astros win the world series, now it’s snowing, pinch me Eric
We’re getting some slush pellets in the Champions area. Our 6-year-old has never seen snow fall, so I’m definitely on a snow watch and I’ll wake him up if it starts falling!
When do we evacuate Katy? 😉
Ooooooh nooooooo, my poor fruited bananas…
Just a titch of flurries far West Houston at HWY 6 south/I-10 .. 9:58pm.
Hurricane Ike – Sept 2008
Snow in Houston – December 2008
Hurricane Harvey – August 2017
Snow in Houston- December 2017
Strong snow flurries in The Heights – 10:35pm
Snow flurries in Sugar Land!
Snowing pretty steadily here just west of Rosenberg
Steady snowfall here west of Rosenberg
We made a 10-inch snowman, getting snow off of parked cars. It was coming down pretty strongly for maybe 30 minutes, tapered off now. My kid had a blast. So did I. My wife was non-plussed.
Coming down like gangbusters here in Tomball! It’s even sticking on my car.
The perfect snowfall, thick, fat flakes that will be gone in a few hours! 😀
Accumulation in NE Waller County to the point where our kids were able to make snow angels and have a snowball fight
Snow in west u. Enough to stick to roofs and cars a little.
It’s SOOOOOOO Beautiful out here on the bay!!! Snow everywhere!!! But now the sun is coming out and soon the snow will be a fleeting memory – save for all the photos being posted on Facebook!! What a wonderful morning to wake up and see white stuff on the ground!
Jesus said that the weather would be the same until
he last days. The last days meaning the tribulation times . If you do not know Him, please all on HIM. He died and rose from the grave for you. He loves you.