The Arctic cold front is still on track to push across southeast Texas during the day Thursday.
A very rapid decrease in temperatures and wind chills can be expected as the front passes. Winds will increase to 20-35 mph with higher gusts.
By sunset Thursday, a good portion of the region will already be at or below freezing, especially north of the Interstate 69 - Highway 59 corridor. Coastal areas will follow shortly thereafter.
Bitterly cold conditions and hard freezes will persist into the weekend.
Unsettled marine conditions, with gale force winds, high seas, and low water conditions are expected in the wake of the front.
Preparations for the cold weather should be ongoing and completed before the front arrives Thursday.