Critical Fire Weather for a Large Part of the Central U.S.; Areas of Severe Thunderstorms

Gusty to high winds and low relative humidity will bring elevated to critical fire weather across large parts of the Great Plains and more localized parts of the Great Basin and central Rockies Thursday into Friday. Severe thunderstorms with large hail and damaging wind gusts are possible over the central Plains Thursday into this weekend. Read More >

Three Day Forecast (May 13-15)

Severe to Extreme Drought Continues

Virtual SKYWARN Class June 8

An approaching cold front will bring a couple rounds of showers between midday and this evening, with the second more likely to have embedded thunderstorms. Some of these storms could produce gusty winds, especially west of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Low pressure will redevelop over New England Thursday, resulting in plenty of clouds, cooler temperatures, and gusty winds. Some showers are also possible over the mountains. High pressure will build toward the area Friday, starting a warming trend.

Critical Fire Weather for a Large Part of the Central U.S.; Areas of Severe Thunderstorms

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