Heat Persists in the South Central U.S. and Southwest; Heavy rains in the Desert Southwest and Central Plains

Sweltering heat remains across the South-Central Plains, Lower/Middle Mississippi Valley, and the Southwest this week with limited nighttime relief. Thunderstorms will bring heavy rainfall leading to localized flash flooding in portions of the Desert Southwest and central Plains. Isolated strong to severe thunderstorms are possible across portions of the central Plains into the Northeast. Read More >

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Last Map Update: Wed, Sep 9, 2026 at 3:14:24 am MDT

Watches, Warnings & Advisories

National Weather Service Great Falls, MT

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National Weather Service Western and Central Wyoming

Freeze Warning

Fire Weather Watch

Gusty Winds Today

Elevated Fire Weather Conditions Thursday

Fall Storm System This Weekend

Weekend Mountain Recreation

Gusty winds are forecast to continue today, strongest in the morning over the east, and in the afternoon west. Be prepared for gusty crosswinds on N-S oriented roadways today.

Warm dry and breezy conditions are expected on Wednesday and Thursday, with an evening cold frontal passage Thursday. This will produce elevated fire weather conditions across the area. Be careful not to cause a wildfire.

Cooler and wetter conditions are forecast this weekend. This could include mountain snow. Monitor the forecast, especially if you have outdoor plans in the high country.