Dangerous Heat Wave Continues; Areas of Severe Thunderstorms Today

Dangerous, record-breaking heat will continue across most of the central and eastern U.S through Friday then focusing on the eastern U.S. through the Independence Day weekend. Peak heat indices of up to 115 degrees are possible. Strong to severe thunderstorms will be possible from the northern Plains into the Midwest and Great Lakes regions, as well as across the southern Appalachians today. Read More >

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Last Map Update: Thu, Jul 2, 2026 at 2:44:11 pm MDT

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National Weather Service Great Falls, MT

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An upper trough pattern will keep thunderstorms in the forecast across NE Montana over the next several days. A few storms may be severe for this afternoon and evening and again Friday afternoon and evening, especially near the MT/ND border. The main threats are large hail, damaging winds, heavy rainfall, and lightning.