Live radar: Hail 2 to 4 inches in size possible with severe weather threat for Harris County

HOUSTON — The risk for severe weather increased overnight. On a scale of 1 to 5, 5 being the worst, the severe threat for Southeast Texas is a level 3 for Monday, including all of the Houston area. Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued for Harris, Fort Ben, Montgomery, Polk, San Jacinto, Walker, Waller, Austin, Brazoria, Brazos, Burleson, Chambers, Colorado, Galveston, Grimes, Liberty, Matagorda, Washington and Wharton counties until 8 p.m.That means there is an enhanced chance of severe weather.

The best timeline for severe storms is between 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. We could have a few storms at noon and some last through the evening. Overall the highest threat for severe storms will happen during your afternoon. On a scale of 1 to 5, 5 being the worst, the severe threat for Southeast Texas is a level 3 for Monday, including all of the Houston area.

In addition, any storms that develop will have the potential to become large hail producers. While the threat remains isolated, hail stones in excess of 2 to 4 inches in diameter are possible in the worst storms that develop. These are hail sizes that can do significant damage to a car and even roofs.Due to the inclement weather forecast at normal release time, East Chambers ISD schools will dismiss at 2:05 p.m. today.

On a scale of 1 to 5, 5 being the worst, the severe threat for Southeast Texas is a level 3 for Monday, including much of Harris County.On a scale of 1 to 5, 5 being the worst, the severe threat for Southeast Texas is a level 3 for Monday, including much of Harris County. Fortunately, as the sun sets, the severe threat will start to diminish. Quieter weather will arrive for the remainder of the week with temperatures approaching 90 on Tuesday and Wednesday. Another round of storms is possible late next week, hopefully clearing the area by the start of next weekend.Kim Castro on social media:

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