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Severe Weather and Heavy Rain from the Ohio Valley to the Mid-Atlantic; Heat Persists in the South-Central U.S.

Widespread strong thunderstorms with damaging winds and locally heavy rain are expected across portions of the Ohio Valley into southern Mid-Atlantic and Carolinas. Rounds of strong thunderstorms are expected to develop across the northern and central Plains. Sweltering heat remains most persistent across the South-Central Plains and Lower/Middle Mississippi Valley through next week. Read More >

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Last Map Update: Sat, Sep 5, 2026 at 3:06:35 pm PDT

Periods of showers will persist today through the weekend. There is a slight chance of thunderstorms Sunday as showers become more widespread. Temperatures will remain 10 - 20 degrees below normal, although a slight warming trend will occur late this weekend. Showers will continue into Monday. Outdoor holiday activities could be impacted in the form of damp campsites, muddy hiking trails, and possible lightning. When thunder roars, go indoors! If you have outdoor plans this weekend, be sure to keep up to date with the latest forecast.

 

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