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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 5:00:17 pm MDT

Much cooler temperatures and gusty northwest winds are expected over northeast Montana today with scattered rain showers. Northwest winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts to 35 mph this afternoon and evening will create hazardous boating conditions on Fort Peck Lake with waves up to 4 feet.
Today will be cool with scattered showers and gusty northwest winds. A plume of smoke over the area this morning decreased visibility and air quality will clear this afternoon. Temperatures will slowly warm the remainder of the week.

 

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