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Severe Thunderstorms and Critical Fire Weather Wednesday

Scattered severe thunderstorms are possible across portions of the northern High Plains Wednesday afternoon and evening. Severe wind gusts are the primary hazard. Gusty winds and low relative humidity will contribute to critical fire weather conditions across parts of the northern Great Plains and Great Basin Wednesday. Read More >

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Last Map Update: Tue, May 12, 2026 at 8:16:35 pm CDT

Low chance of thunderstorms exist near an approaching cold front across far northeast OK and into far northwest AR Tuesday evening/night. Although severe chances appear very low at this time, an isolated strong to severe storm could be possible near the OK/KS border mid to late evening Tuesday.
A multi-day stretch of above normal temperatures is expected this weekend and into the following work week. Near record high temperatures are currently forecast for the weekend, although we are monitoring potential cloud cover and precipitation that would impact exactly how hot temperatures get during that time frame.
Above normal temperatures return this week with low rain chances for parts of the area.
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