Severe Thunderstorms Likely Across the Ozarks and Lower Ohio Valley

Severe thunderstorms capable of producing damaging wind gusts, large hail, and a few tornadoes, are likely to develop this afternoon from parts of the lower Ohio Valley into the southern Plains. An Enhanced Risk (Level 3 of 5) outlook has been issued. Further north, widespread rain showers are expected across portions of the Great Lakes and Northeast U.S. Read More >

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Last Map Update: Thu, Apr. 18, 2024 at 9:08:31 am CDT

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A cold front will arrive this afternoon, bringing thunderstorm chances back to the region late afternoon through this evening. A few severe storms with large hail and damaging winds are possible. Cooler air will enter tonight behind the cold front.

The graphic depicts the latest thinking regarding the timing of thunderstorms this afternoon and evening associated with a cold front. Some storms may become severe with large hail and damaging winds. Remember to check back for updated forecast information throughout the day, and have multiple ways of receiving severe weather warnings.

Moisture lifting over a cold front will produce scattered to numerous showers and thunderstorms Friday through Sunday with the best storm chances on Saturday. There will likely be periods of light rain or breaks in the rain, but confidence is low in where or when these will occur. Severe storms are not expected, but a few strong storms are possible late Friday night into early Saturday. Additionally, locally heavy rainfall may lead to flooding issues, particularly Saturday afternoon and evening.

The first half of next week will be mostly clear and warmer with highs ranging from the low 70s on Monday to the upper 70s to lower 80s by Wednesday. Lows will be in the 50s and 60s.