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Sitting right on the Gulf of Mexico, Houston has a humid subtropical climate defined by long, hot and notoriously muggy summers, with highs of 33-36°C and oppressive humidity from June through September. Winters are mild and rarely dip below 5°C, while the Atlantic hurricane season (June to November) can bring torrential rain and flooding, as the historic Hurricane Harvey demonstrated. Rain falls year-round but is heaviest in late summer.
The Atlantic hurricane season runs from June 1 to November 30, peaking in August and September, when systems from the Gulf of Mexico can deliver heavy rain and serious flooding.
July and August are the hottest, with daytime highs of 33-36°C, but high humidity often pushes the heat index above 40°C.
Snow is very rare in Houston. Many years pass with none at all, and when it does appear it is usually a light dusting that melts quickly.
Spring (March-April) and fall (October-November) are most pleasant, offering mild temperatures, lower humidity and reduced hurricane risk.
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