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Thunderstorms and Heavy Rains in the Appalachians

Multiple rounds of moderate to locally heavy rain will impact portions of the Appalachians and Mid-Atlantic, which may lead to flash flooding concerns. Thunderstorms with isolated severe wind gusts will be possible this afternoon from parts of the Southeast into the southern and central Appalachians. A multi-day heavy rain will pose a flash flood threat in New Mexico beginning Tuesday. Read More >

While the threat has decreased slightly with latest forecast update, still expect a few strong to severe storms will be possible on Monday afternoon with the main hazards being damaging winds and Isolated flash flooding.
Fall officially starts Tuesday, September 22, 2026. Below normal high temperatures are expected on both Wednesday and Thursday.