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Extreme Heat and Excessive Rainfall This Week

A significant heat wave is underway for the Intermountain West, Northern Plains, and Upper Great Lakes, peaking in intensity through midweek and lingering across parts of the Northern Plains and Midwest until this weekend. In southwest Texas, excessive rainfall may bring a risk for potentially life-threatening flash and arroyo flooding through Thursday. Read More >

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Last Map Update: Tue, Jul 14, 2026 at 11:10:45 am CDT

Mostly isolated afternoon and early evening storms are forecast across part of the forecast area Tuesday, mainly SE OK. Organized severe weather is not expected, though storms may produce gusty downburst winds and brief heavy downpours.
Afternoon heat indices are expected to be below 100 degrees across much of the region for most of this week. Advisory level heat is expected to return by next weekend, however. Heat precautions should still be taken for any extended time outdoors.
Isolated showers and storms are expected this afternoon and evening. Daily storm chances are forecast through Thursday, with the highest chances on Wednesday. The heat dials back a bit this week before returning next weekend.
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