After one last afternoon in the upper 60s to near 70 degrees Thursday, southeasterly winds usher in much warmer weather by Friday.

Following Tuesday morning's thunderstorms, windy and dry conditions moved in and will remain in place. Thursday looks similar to Wednesday, but slightly less dry, especially near the coast. Also, be aware that tree pollen levels have increased and there may be higher than normal dust in the air today,

Following Tuesday morning's thunderstorms, windy and dry conditions moved in and will remain in place. Thursday looks similar to Wednesday, but slightly less dry, especially near the coast.

Today in Houston, the weather will be sunny with a high near 67 degrees, and a light jacket is recommended due to northwest winds of 10-15 mph.

Today is a FOX 26 Storm Alert Day with showers and scattered storms this morning, then a windy and very dry day. Highs near 80. A wind advisory is in effect until 6 p.m.