Dangerous Heat over the South-Central and Southwest U.S. Through Next Week

Dangerous heat persists across the Desert Southwest through this weekend and across the Southern Plains and Lower Mississippi Valley through at least the middle of next week. Numerous daily record high temperatures are expected through at least Tuesday for much of Texas and Oklahoma as well as portions of Louisiana, New Mexico, and Arizona. Read More >

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Last Map Update: Sat, Aug 22, 2026 at 2:14:51 am MDT

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National Weather Service Western and Central Wyoming

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National Weather Service Grand Junction, CO

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National Weather Service Albuquerque, NM

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Monsoon Moisture through Early Next Week

Monsoon moisture will stay in place through the weekend and into early next week. This will bring a daily threat of showers and thunderstorms, primarily during the afternoon and early evening. Any storms that develop could produce heavy rain capable of producing flash flooding, frequent lightning, and gusty thunderstorm winds. Those with outdoor activities in flood prone areas should be aware!