Thunderstorms in the Mid-Mississippi Valley and Florida; Fire Weather Concerns in the Northern Plains

Isolated severe storms capable of hail and gusty winds are possible mainly this evening across portions of the mid-Mississippi Valley. Clusters of thunderstorms may produce isolated flash flooding in the Florida peninsula. Elevated fire weather risk is possible in the Northern Plains into western Minnesota. Read More >

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Last Map Update: Sun, May 3, 2026 at 10:14:28 pm PDT

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Sierra Nevada Thunderstorms This Week

Rainfall Through Tuesday (Updated Totals)

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Warm Weather Later this Week

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There is a 20-30% probability for afternoon and evening thunderstorms across the Sierra Nevada through Tuesday, with higher probabilities at higher elevations. Gusty winds, brief heavy rain, and small hail are possible with stronger thunderstorms. When thunder roars, go indoors!

Update 5/3 @2:15 PM: As a closed low crosses over Central California, cooler, breezy weather with periods of light rain are expected. The latest forecast shows San Joaquin Valley areas receiving a trace to 0.2" rain, with higher totals (0.25-0.75") in the foothills and Sierra Nevada.

Sunday, May 3, 2026 @ Noon PDT: Gusty winds will develop later this afternoon along the hills and mountains adjacent to the western San Joaquin Valley, mainly in Kern and Kings Counties. A Wind Advisory has been issued for these areas, including along Interstate 5 and locations to the west in these particular counties. West winds 15-25 mph with gusts to 40 mph are expected.

After the closed low exits our area, high pressure will begin to build. Our latest weather models indicate above-average temperatures starting Thursday with Minor Heat Risk for the valley and desert. Follow our forecasts at weather.gov/hnx for more info.

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