National Weather Service forecasts for Houston point to a high near 96–98°F on August 5 under mostly sunny skies with only isolated afternoon thunderstorms possible, keeping peak readings in the mid- to upper 90s consistent with early-August climatology. Light southwest flow, dew points in the mid-70s, and heat indices near 104°F support strong surface heating, while any convective development could slightly cap the maximum. These conditions align with the market’s concentration on 94–97°F outcomes, reflecting typical late-summer steering patterns and the absence of stronger tropical or frontal influences that might otherwise alter temperatures. Updated model runs and official observations tomorrow morning will provide the final verification data for resolution.