The Houston area is seeing an increasing chance that a mix of wintry precipitation—including snow—is headed in its direction. Space City Weather meteorologist Eric Berger said there is a growing possibility (about a 50-50 chance) of snow or sleet beginning next Monday night and Tuesday.

A chance of snow showers and sleet has emerged in the forecast. Here are five things we know so far about next week's freezing temperatures.

The cold snap expected in Southeast Texas next week won't be as severe as the devastating February 2021 freeze, which brought widespread power outages and record low temperatures, but it serves as a reminder of Houston’s vulnerability to extreme cold.

The Houston Texans are gearing up to challenge the reigning two-time Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs in a 2025 NFL Divisional Round clash. The Texans earned their spot with a commanding Wild Card victory over the Los Angeles Chargers.

The Houston Rockets (26-12) travel to play the Denver Nuggets (24-15) on Wednesday at Ball Arena, the first game this season between the two teams. The Rockets won the season series 3-1 in 2023-24, with Alperen Şengün averaging 20.

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Houston Rockets vs. Denver Nuggets Wednesday, January 15, 2025 @ 8:00 pm CST. Location: Ball Arena, Denver, CO. TV: Space City Home Network. Radio: SportsTalk790. Online: Rockets