Extreme Fire Weather Concerns for the Western U.S.; Severe Weather and Flooding Threats for the Central U.S.

Extremely critical fire weather conditions are expected to develop across the Great Basin and Southwest today, and exceptionally dry and windy conditions will promote rapid wildfire spread through the weekend. Scattered severe thunderstorms and heavy rain are possible across parts of the Ozark Plateau into lower Ohio Valley and parts of the northern Rockies into adjacent Great Plains. Read More >

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Last Map Update: Sat, Jun 27, 2026 at 1:10:08 pm MDT

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National Weather Service Great Falls, MT

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National Weather Service Western and Central Wyoming

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Enhanced Risk For Severe Storms Today

Active Weather Pattern

Excessive Rainfall Outlook : Today

Mountain Snow Tonight thru Monday

Gusty Winds Sunday and Monday

There is a risk of strong to severe thunderstorms today, with the best chances east of a Hysham to Sheridan WY line. Golf Ball or larger hail, wind gusts over 70 mph and very heavy rainfall are possible with the stronger storms today. If you have outdoor plans be sure to keep weather aware and seek shelter quickly if storms approach.

Active weather continues through Monday, then a shift to more typical summer weather. There is the potential for strong to severe thunderstorms today. Accumulating snow is possible for the mountains above 8000ft. Make sure to monitor the forecast if you have outdoor or travel plans.

Thunderstorms may produce locally heavy rainfall today. The Flash Flood Risk is elevated in the shaded areas.

Snow is possible over the Absaroka-Beartooths tonight into Monday. Around 1-3” of snow accumulation is expected over the higher elevations of the Beartooth Pass and up to 9” elsewhere in the Beartooth/Absaroka and Crazy Mountains above 8000 feet. Overnight temperatures will be in the 20s and 30s. Plan ahead if traveling on the Beartooth Pass or recreating in the high country.

Windy conditions are expected Sunday and Monday with westerly gusts in the 30 to 50 mph range common. The strongest winds are expected to reside west of Billings into the foothills.