Beryl’s rainfall timeline for Houston, SE Texas

As of 1 p.m., Beryl remains a tropical storm. It is expected to strengthen into a Category 1 hurricane by Sunday night as it gradually approaches the Texas coast. Beryl will then make landfall near Matagorda around 2 a.m. Monday, but its winds and rain will hit multiple areas as it continues to move inland throughout Monday.

Looking at Beryl, she has a history of moving to the right and east of the forecast cone. The slight eastward movement means tropical storm force winds will strengthen in Southeast Texas. Winds of 58-73 MPH are expected in Galveston, Houston, Pearland, Pasadena, Katy, The Woodlands, and Liberty. Areas to the west, including Needville, Sugar Land, Rosharon, Sargent, Matagorda, Port Lavaca, Wharton, and El Campo, will see winds gusting to nearly 110 mph. This wind forecast means widespread power outages, downed trees, and roof damage are possible.

The band of beryl will continue to move through Sunday evening before making landfall.

Beryl’s tropical rainband will bring torrential rains, causing flooding and reduced visibility.

Rainfall amounts are typically 5-10 inches, but some areas could reach 13 inches. Flood watches are in effect. Always avoid drowning and avoid turning.

Here is the timeline of rainfall:

As of 6pm Sunday, scattered rain and storms continue to approach from the Gulf of Mexico. As the night progresses, more storms will move north of I-10 as they rotate in a northwesterly direction.

By 10pm Sunday, rain will become more widespread, especially south of I-10.

As Beryl approaches landfall after midnight Monday, heavy downpours will develop across Southeast Texas, with tropical rain continuing through late morning. As Beryl moves north, Southeast Texas will begin to dry out, and inland areas may see abatement by the afternoon. By 7 p.m., coastal areas will say goodbye to Beryl’s rains.

Tornadoes may occur as rain clouds swirl inland. Take precautions to stay safe and have access to warning signals.