Severe Weather and Flooding Threats for the Central U.S.; Fire Weather Concerns for the Western U.S.

Severe weather and flooding threats will continue for portions of the central U.S. Rounds of heavy rainfall may cause impactful flash flooding in parts of southern Kansas and Missouri. Hot and dry conditions will fuel fire weather concerns for the Intermountain West, and dry thunderstorms may spark additional wildfires. Dangerous heat will build across the southern U.S. Friday into the weekend. Read More >

Marginal Risk for Severe Storms Today

Weekend Outlook

Building Heat

Lake Temperatures

Above Normal Temperatures Favored

Showers and thunderstorms through the day today, with a marginal risk for storms to become severe. The main threats are damaging wind gusts and large hail, with a lower threat for an isolated tornado across the western Southern Tier.

After today's storms, this weekend will fair much better with a good deal of sunshine. Though not completely rain-free many will have dry time to enjoy outdoor plans before the heat and humidity returns for next week.

Day to day warming will take comfortable summer temperatures higher by the middle of next week, and once humidity is factored in, the airmass will become uncomfortable for many. Now is a good time to make sure you have the means to stay cool for next week and through the holiday weekend.