A winter storm warning has been issued for the Houston area ahead of a what promises to be a memorable event for residents.

Tuesday's snow largely melted Wednesday as temperatures climbed from the teens into the 40s. Highs in the lows 50s are forecasted for Thursday and Friday, with temperatures reaching the 60s this weekend,

The shelter is actively accepting donations of blankets, coats, and gloves. You can drop off these items at their two locations: Downtown at 2320 Lamar and at the Women and Family Development Center located at 2575 Reed Road. Both locations are open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday from 8 a.m. to noon.

The recent winter storm that impacted Texas left residents wondering if colder temperatures would persist. However, Houston's current weather suggests a return to

Scattered storms 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. FOX 26 Chief Meteorologist Mike Iscovitz has the forecast.

Today looks very similar to yesterday with clouds, temps stuck in the 50s and low 60s with spotty light drizzles. We'll get noticeably warmer tomorrow as a more humid south breeze returns - that will set the stage for scattered storms that could begin on Wednesday and will reach their peak by Thursday afternoon.

Following unusually cold temperatures, Houston is expected to get rainfall in the coming days, according to the National Weather Service (NWS). Houston residents have been braving colder-than-average conditions in recent weeks because of a broad weather pattern bringing rare winter weather to parts of the South.