Heat and Severe Thunderstorms in the Eastern U.S.

A widespread heat wave will peak over the South and East today, with several dozen temperature records expected along the East Coast. Heat should begin to ease this weekend in the Northeast, while hazardous heat continues over the South. Severe thunderstorms capable of damaging winds are possible across parts of the Appalachians, Mid Atlantic, and Northeast this afternoon and evening. Read More >

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Last Map Update: Fri, Jun 12, 2026 at 2:48:38 pm CDT

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Friday & Saturday: Heavy Rainfall Potential

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There is a slight risk of severe storms on Friday from late evening through the overnight across portions of western and northern Oklahoma. Large hail and damaging winds will be possible.

There is a slight risk of severe storms on Saturday from late afternoon through the overnight hours with a southward advancing cold front across Oklahoma. Large hail and damaging winds will be the primary hazards.

Multiple rounds of showers and thunderstorms may lead to flooding concerns across the area Friday and Saturday. Rainfall amounts of 1-2 inches, with locally higher amounts are possible.

Heat index values will climb to around 100 to 105 degrees across much of the area Saturday.

Hot and humid conditions are expected again Saturday, with triple-digit heat indices in the afternoon. Scattered shower and storm chances continue each day with strong to severe storms possible through this weekend across portions of the area.

Local Weather History For June 12th...

On this date in 1942, the second deadliest tornado to strike the
Oklahoma City area occurred on the southwest side of town, killing 35
people. The Oklahoma City area has been struck by tornadoes more than
160 times since 1890.

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