Heat Wave in the Eastern US; Heavy Rain in the Ohio Valley

Dangerous, long-lasting heat is expected across portions of the Central and Southeast U.S. Showers and thunderstorms, some severe, may produce heavy rain and localized areas of flash flooding across parts of the Ohio/Tennessee Valleys into the Appalachians. Severe thunderstorms are possible across parts of the northern Great Plains. Fire weather conditions possible in the Great Basin. Read More >

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Last Map Update: Mon, Jul 21, 2025 at 12:38:20 am CDT

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Dangerous Heat Continues - Rain Returns Late Week

The "Dog Days of Summer"

Dangerous heat indices will continue each day as we enter the new work week through about the Wednesday/Thursday time frame. By late week, rain chances will steadily climb to becoming likely areawide, especially Thursday and Friday, which will reduce the dangerous heat somewhat. Remember to take heat precautions: Take frequent breaks in the shadeor air conditions. Drink plenty of water, even if not thirsty. Bring pets indoors if possible, or provide shade and water. Check on the elderly, ill neighbors and family members.

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Location	Time (CDT)	Weather	Vsby. (SM)	Temp. (ºF)	Dewpt. (ºF)	Hum. (%)	Wind (mph)	Wind Chill / Heat Index (ºF)	Pres. (in)
Baton Rouge LA	23:53	Clear	10	82	76	81	WSW 7	-	30.07
Biloxi MS	23:55	Clear	10	86	76	73	WSW 8	96 [HI]	30.04
Gulfport MS	23:53	Clear	10	83	76	79	CALM	91 [HI]	30.06
Hammond LA	00:15	Partly Cloudy	10	83	78	84	CALM	94 [HI]	30.08
Houma LA	00:15	Clear	10	80	76	87	SSW 3	-	30.09
McComb MS	23:53	Clear	10	79	75	87	CALM	-	30.08
New Orleans LA	23:53	Mostly Clear	10	83	77	82	SSW 6	92 [HI]	30.08
Slidell La	23:53	Clear	10	84	76	76	CALM	93 [HI]	30.07

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Heat Wave in the Eastern US; Heavy Rain in the Ohio Valley

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