Dangerous Heat in the Central and Eastern U.S.; Severe Thunderstorms in the Central U.S. and Northeast; Critical Fire Weather in the Four Corners

Dangerous, record-breaking heat will intensify across most of the central and eastern U.S this week. Heat indices will likely exceed 100 degrees. Severe thunderstorms are forecast from parts of the central High Plains into the Upper Midwest, and across parts of the Northeast. Critical fire weather conditions will continue across portions of the Four Corners and Great Basin. Read More >

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Last Map Update: Tue, Jun 30, 2026 at 3:34:33 pm CDT

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Hazardous Weather Outlook

Summer Heat Continues Through Midweek

Hot & Mostly Dry Through The 4th of July Weekend

Heat Safety Tips

The overall weather pattern won’t change much through midweek. Expect another couple of hot summer afternoons with highs in the mid to upper 90s and heat index values generally between 100 and 105 degrees. Breezy south winds will continue today before becoming lighter later in the week.

Hot and mostly dry conditions will continue through the weekend, with afternoon highs in the upper 90s to around 100 degrees and heat index values near 100 to 105 degrees. An isolated thunderstorm or two is possible Thursday afternoon. Rain and thunderstorm chances return Sunday into Monday, bringing the potential for localized interruptions to outdoor activities.

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Dangerous Heat in the Central and Eastern U.S.; Severe Thunderstorms in the Central U.S. and Northeast; Critical Fire Weather in the Four Corners

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