Heavy Rain and Flash Flooding in the West; Heat Expands in the Central U.S.

Monsoonal moisture will produce showers and thunderstorms with heavy rain over parts of the Southwest, Great Basin, and Central Rockies through Monday. Flash flooding is possible, especially in and around burn scars and in areas of steep terrain. Heat will persist across the Central U.S. early this week, spreading into the Ohio Valley and Mid-Atlantic later this week. Read More >

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Last Map Update: Sun, Aug 30, 2026 at 5:10:37 pm CDT

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National Weather Service Austin/San Antonio, TX

National Weather Service Houston/Galveston, TX

National Weather Service Lake Charles, LA

Air Quality Alert

Hazardous Weather Outlook

Hot & A Bit Breezy Sunday

Heat into Early Sept; Midweek Rain

Drought Monitor Update

Expect another hot and dry day today with highs and heat indices in the 90s and triple digits. The fire threat will remain elevated with low humidity and occasional wind gusts up around 20 mph. Avoid outdoor burning, secure tow chains, and NEVER toss a lit cigarette.

Prolonged below normal rainfall and above normal heat has brought drought to most of the region. The extended forecast outlook favors these conditions persisting with drought likely to worsen, with DFW Airport currently on a 45 day streak of no measurable precipitation (measurable precipitation defined as at least 0.01"). Burn Bans are in effect for almost every county in North and Central Texas. Be sure to heed local burn bans and/or any water restrictions in place. Do your part to not spark wildfires: NEVER toss lit cigarettes or drive over tall grass, and make sure your tow chains are secure to avoid dragging and creating a spark.

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Heavy Rain and Flash Flooding in the West; Heat Expands in the Central U.S.

NWS Fort Worth/Dallas