Living in Alief, summers are intense — Aug highs average 94.1°F, while winters stay mild, with Feb lows rarely below 46.9°F. At just 825 heating degree days per year, home heating costs are minimal. Annual rainfall reaches 65.4 inches, mostly summer thunderstorms. Within 5 miles: 107 parks, 25 groceries, 292 dining spots and 7 schools. 2 hospitals serve the area. Nearby cities: Missouri City (7mi SE), Sugar Land (7mi SW), Bellaire (8mi E). Air quality is Good — avg AQI 44 over the past week.