Heavy Rain in the Mid-Atlantic; Severe Thunderstorms in the Northern Plains; Critical Fire in the West

Locally heavy rain and flash flooding will be possible today into tonight near the Mid-Atlantic/Carolina coast. Storms with large hail and severe wind gusts are expected across parts of the central and northern Plains into the upper Mississippi Valley. Dry thunderstorms, and warm, dry, and windy conditions will produce fire weather conditions in parts of the Great Basin and northern Rockies. Read More >

There's still some fall color out there!

Although the peak time for fall colors varies year to year, the Northland and surrounding Western Great Lakes Region typically sees its peak in fall colors from mid September to early October.

Weather conditions, such as temperature and rainfall, play a significant role in the timing of the leaves changing each fall. A wet and cool summer can cause the displays of color to develop earlier than a hot and dry summer. Severe drought conditions may dampen the brightness of the foliage color and the leaves may die early due to a lack of water. A day or two of strong winds can blow the leaves off the trees quickly.

So get out to view the wonderful fall palette of nature while you can!

Photo by Don Baranaski

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There's still some fall color out there!