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Houston weather: Isolated showers and plenty of heat and humidity Sunday
By Daji Aswad at KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· July 4, 2026
· 2 min read
Sunday’s forecast:Rinse and repeat Sunday. More heat, humidity and a small chance of an evening shower or storm. Watching the Tropics: The tropics are quiet right now, and there is no tropical development expected over the next seven days. That’s good news heading into the Fourth of July weekend....
Key takeaway The only Independence Day hurricane strike on record was Hurricane Arthur back in 2014, which scraped North Carolina’s Outer Banks as a Category 2 hurricane during the pre-dawn hours of July 4th.
Why this matters in The Pearland
For Pearland residents planning to attend outdoor Fourth of July celebrations, the forecast means being prepared for hot and humid conditions, with a small chance of afternoon storms. Given the heat index reaching up to 106°, it's crucial to stay hydrated and take breaks in shaded areas. The dry weather expected after 8:00 PM is a welcome relief for those planning to watch fireworks displays. With the tropics quiet for now, Pearland can focus on its holiday festivities without worrying about tropical storms. As the city's residents enjoy the weekend's events, including the final World Cup game, they can take comfort in the historical trend of low hurricane activity around the Fourth of July. Still, it's a good reminder for residents to review their hurricane preparedness plans, as the peak of the Atlantic hurricane season is just around the corner.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 4, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? Sunday’s forecast:Rinse and repeat Sunday. More heat, humidity and a small chance of an evening shower or storm. Watching the Tropics: The tropics are quiet right now, and there is no tropical development expected over the next seven days. That’s good news heading into the Fourth of July weekend....
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