Heavy Rainfall Threat Continues in the Southwest on Monday; Record Warmth in the Plains and Midwest

Remnant moisture from Tropical Storm Rachel will persist over portions of the Great Basin and Southwest on Monday, bringing a potential heavy to excessive rainfall risk. Well above average and potentially record breaking temperatures will develop across the Plains and Midwest early this week, spreading into the Lower Mississippi Valley and Southeast midweek. Read More >

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Last Map Update: Tue, Oct 13, 2026 at 4:56:38 am CDT

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Above Normal Heat; Isolated Storms Midweek

Late Week Cold Front and Fall Temps

Temperatures will climb into the 90s both today and tomorrow. Isolated storms are possible (20%) this afternoon in Central TX, but most locations remain rain-free. By Wednesday, isolated thunderstorms (20-40% chance) will be possible across most of the region. The normal high temperature for today is 80 degrees at DFW and 82 degrees at Waco.

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Heavy Rainfall Threat Continues in the Southwest on Monday; Record Warmth in the Plains and Midwest

NWS Fort Worth/Dallas