Fire Weather Concerns for the Plains; Thunderstorms in the Southeast; Record Warmth Spreads in the Southwest

Elevated to locally critical conditions will persist across the High Plains. Showers and scattered thunderstorms are expected over parts of the Southeast and Florida Peninsula. Clipper system will bring modest snowfall and strong winds from the Northern High Plains into the Upper Midwest this weekend. Record warmth will persist across the Southwest into the southern Plains. Read More >

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Last Map Update: Fri, Feb 27, 2026 at 1:04:41 am PST

Watches, Warnings & Advisories

National Weather Service Seattle/Tacoma, WA

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Winter Weather Advisory

Gusty Winds

Friday will feature breezy winds regionwide. Winds will be breezy to windy across the exposed areas of the Columbia Basin with gusts to 30-40 mph at times during the afternoon. There is a 60-80% chance for wind gusts of 50+ mph on ridges in the east slopes of the Washington Cascades and northern mountains. Gusty winds will create impacts for travelers, especially those in high profile vehicles. Additionally, lightweight objects may blow around.