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Severe Thunderstorms in the Southern Plains; Heavy to Excessive Rainfall in South Central Texas

Widespread rain may produce flash flooding across the Southern Plains into the Ozarks today. Numerous instances of flash flooding are expected in south-central Texas, including the Hill Country. There will also be a risk of isolated severe thunderstorms across the southern Plains today, where an instance or two of severe wind, hail, or a brief tornado may occur. Read More >

 

First/Last Freeze Information

 

Average First Fall Freeze Date

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Average Final Spring Freeze Date

Final Spring Freeze Dates

 

As the Fall season moves through October, people are beginning to wonder about average "first freeze" dates. Click the link below for specific information for your location. In case you were wondering, Topeka’s earliest first freeze on record occurred on Sept. 22, 1995, while the latest came on Nov. 21, 1944.

Average Freeze Dates in Kansas

 

Graphics and information courtesy of Kansas State Weather Data Library