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Areas of Heavy to Excessive Rainfall and Hot Temperatures This Week

Heavy to excessive rainfall could bring areas of flooding at times Monday through Thursday across parts of the central Plains into the Midwest as well as southern Arizona and New Mexico. Hot temperatures and high humidity will continue across much of east Texas into the lower and mid-Mississippi Valley through at least midweek. Read More >

Widespread showers and thunderstorms are likely late tonight through Tuesday, with some repeating over the same area leading to a risk for flash flooding. Rain amounts between 1-2” is likely from central IA into northeast IA by 7am Tuesday. Remember, never drive through flooded roads or go around barricades!
Scattered showers and thunderstorms to develop late this afternoon through the overnight hours primarily across Iowa. A few of these storms may become strong to severe, with heavy rain and damaging wind the primary hazards.
Daily chances of showers and thunderstorms will be seen this week, with heavy rain possible. Rainfall totals over 2” are likely by Thursday for much of the outlook area, with some localized amounts over 4” possible. This will lead to an elevated risk of flash flooding, especially in poor drainage and urban areas.
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