A cold front is poised to slide into the Houston metro area Thursday. It could result in storms capable of producing damaging winds and tornadoes.

We'll get noticeably warmer Wednesday as a more humid southern breeze returns. That will set the stage for scattered storms that could begin on Wednesday and will reach their peak by Thursday afternoon. A few could be severe with the potential for hail and gusty winds.

Tonight looks very similar to yesterday with clouds, temps stuck in the 50s with spotty light drizzles and patchy fog. We'll get noticeably warmer Wednesday as a more humid south breeze returns - that will set the stage for scattered storms that could begin in the afternoon and will reach their peak by Thursday as a cold front pushes through Southeast Texas.