Dangerous Heat in the Central and Eastern U.S.; Critical Fire Weather in the Great Basin and Southwest

Dangerous, record-breaking heat will intensify across most of the central and eastern U.S this week. Heat indices will likely exceed 100 degrees. Heat is likely to continue across the eastern U.S. through the Independence Day holiday weekend. Critical fire weather conditions will continue Tuesday across portions of the Four Corners and Great Basin, as dry conditions and gusty winds persist. Read More >

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Last Map Update: Tue, Jun 30, 2026 at 3:10:35 am CDT

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Hazardous Weather Outlook

Summer Heat Continues Through Midweek

Hot & Dry Through 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.

The first week of July looks hot and humid with highs ranging from the upper 90s to near 101 degrees and heat index values around 100-105. Outside of some low rain chances across East TX late in the weekend, dry weather will prevail for most of the region. Make sure to prepare for the heat while you're planning to spend time outdoors during the 4th of July festivities. The overnight temperatures will remain warm with lows in the mid to upper 70s to near 80 degrees.

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Dangerous Heat in the Central and Eastern U.S.; Critical Fire Weather in the Great Basin and Southwest

NWS Fort Worth/Dallas