Showers and Storms in the East; Dangerously Hot and Dry in the West

A front will bring scattered showers and storms to portions of the Central and Eastern US. Severe storms are expected in parts of the Great Plains and Ozarks today. Meanwhile, dangerous heat will intensify across the Desert Southwest and Intermountain West. Elevated wildfire conditions will develop across portions of the Northern/Central Plains and air quality issues will persist in the Northwest. Read More >

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Last Map Update: Thu, Aug 6, 2026 at 1:26:27 pm MDT

Watches, Warnings & Advisories

National Weather Service Great Falls, MT

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National Weather Service Salt Lake City, UT

Extreme Heat Warning

Red Flag Warning

Heat Advisory

Air Quality Alert

Hot and Smoky Conditions through the Weekend

Hot temperatures into the triple digits are anticipated in lower elevation valleys by the end of the work week. Smoke from area wildfires will continue to bring poor air quality to the region, with air quality alerts in effect for much of the region.