Heat and Fire Weather Concerns West; Heavy Rain and Thunderstorms from Plains to mid-Atlantic

Thunderstorms and locally heavy rainfall is expected from the Central Plains to the Ohio Valley, mid-Atlantic and across the Southeast. Severe weather from the Upper Midwest to Central Plains increases on Friday. Major to Extreme HeatRisk continues across the Southern Plains to the lower Mississippi Valley late this week. Fire weather concerns for the northern Rockies and northern Plains today. Read More >

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Last Map Update: Thu, Sep 10, 2026 at 5:36:22 am PDT

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National Weather Service Seattle/Tacoma, WA

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Breezy Winds Thursday

Weekend System

Winds will increase out of the west to southwest Thursday afternoon. Gusts 20-30 mph will result in crosswinds on north to south highways, reduced visibility from blowing dust, and choppy lakes.

A system coming in this weekend has the potential to bring impactful rainfall, but there is significant uncertainty in total rain amounts. This is due to the uncertainty in the precise track of the low pressure system moving through Saturday night into Sunday. There is nearly an inch difference between low end and high end rainfall amounts. Higher rainfall amounts could result in rises on small streams and creeks, alongside flooding and triggering debris flows. Additionally, breezy north winds and isolated thunderstorms are also a threat. Please continue to monitor the forecast through the week to be aware of any changes.

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Heat and Fire Weather Concerns West; Heavy Rain and Thunderstorms from Plains to mid-Atlantic

NWS Forecast Office Spokane, WA