A strong nighttime cold front will pack a punch, bringing storm chances, high winds, and rapidly falling temperatures to Southeast Texas.

The risk for excessive rainfall is highest north of Interstate 10, according to the National Weather Service, which says there also is a risk of severe storms for areas northeast of Columbus and Freeport.

Severe weather is possible across the Houston area on Wednesday as a storm system moves through Southeast Texas, bringing the potential for strong to severe thunderstorms. Forecasters say the primary concern will be damaging winds, with a 5–15% probability, along with a 2–5% chance of tornadoes and about a 5% chance of large hail.

A powerful cold brings a dramatic temperature drop, strong winds and elevated fire danger Monday.

Behind Sunday night's cold front, temperatures will take a major dip, about 20 to 25° on Monday. High temperatures will only be in the low 60s and lows Monday night will be in the middle 40s for Houston, with even colder temps expected north of Houston.

A strong cold front pushing toward the Houston area has triggered an hourly Weather Impact Alert that goes into effect Sunday evening.