Extreme Heat in the Southwest; Severe Weather in the Northern Plains; Heavy Rain in the East

Extreme heat continues across the Southwest as temperatures may top 120 degrees. The heat may expand across the West and south-central U.S. into the middle of the month. Severe thunderstorms capable of severe wind gusts and large hail will be the primary hazards today across the northern Plains into the upper Midwest. Rainfall could be locally heavy across the Eastern U.S. today. Read More >

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Last Map Update: Mon, Aug 3, 2026 at 4:38:43 pm CDT

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Hot With Rain Chances Late Week

Extended Outlook - Still Warm and Mostly Dry

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Triple digit temperatures will continue through the week. Heat index values will climb to 103 to 108 degrees late in the week. Rain-free weather is expected for the next few days, but low storm chances will return to portions of the area on Friday.

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Extreme Heat in the Southwest; Severe Weather in the Northern Plains; Heavy Rain in the East

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