Severe Thunderstorms and Heavy Rain in the Central Plains to Upper Midwest; Extreme Heat in Parts of the South

Thunderstorms with severe wind gusts and hail will be possible today across parts of the central Plains, and from the Missouri Valley into the upper Mississippi Valley. Heavy rain associated with the thunderstorms may also produce flash/urban flooding. Critical fire weather conditions expected in the Great Basin and interior Northwest. Dangerous heat continues across the Southwest and Southeast. Read More >

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Last Map Update: Wed, Jul 8, 2026 at 8:18:40 am MDT

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Strong to Severe Thunderstorms Possible Today

Dangerous Heat This Weekend

Protect Yourself Outdoors

Showers and thunderstorms are expected to develop along the Rocky Mountain Front this afternoon and track eastward. A few of these storms may be capable of producing gusty winds and/or hail.

Dangerous heat is expected this weekend across most of Montana. Plan now for the heat and adjust plans accordingly. Be especially careful if you're planning on spending a lot of time outdoors. Heat-related illnesses are the number one weather-related killer! Learn more on how to prepare and protect yourself at weather.gov/safety/heat For more on the upcoming forecast across Montana, visit weather.gov/tfx/forecast_mtdss1

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Severe Thunderstorms and Heavy Rain in the Central Plains to Upper Midwest; Extreme Heat in Parts of the South

NWS Forecast Office Great Falls, MT