GRR Spotter Talk Schedule

Severe Thunderstorms in the Midwest into the Southern Plains; Late Season Snow in the Central Rockies

Scattered severe storms are expected in the Midwest this afternoon/tonight, with another threat possible in the central/southern Plains. Late-season snow is expected over parts of the central Rockies including the Denver Metro into Wednesday. Severe thunderstorms are expected Tuesday and Wednesday across Texas and the mid-South, with threats of damaging winds, large hail, tornadoes, and flooding. Read More >

Virtual Spotter Training Sessions Are Now Available!

Virtual Weather Spotter Training sessions are being offered across the Great Lakes. Visit the Virtual Spotter Training Registration Page for dates and times.

Online, self-paced training can be obtained by taking an online spotter course through the MetEd program. Once you have created a General Users account you can search the catalog for the Skywarn Spotter Convective Basics course. You can also learn more about meteorology and our atmosphere at JetStream - An Online School for Weather.

Once you have completed training (in-person or online), contact the Emergency Management office in your city/county to find out what you can do to become involved with their spotter program.

Looking for courses held in nearby regions of Michigan?

Please e-mail us with any questions: nws.grandrapids@noaa.gov

Severe Thunderstorms in the Midwest into the Southern Plains; Late Season Snow in the Central Rockies

NWS Grand Rapids Weather Spotter Training

In-Person Spotter Training Sessions for Spring 2026 Have Been Completed.

Virtual Spotter Training Sessions Are Now Available!