Severe Thunderstorms and Heavy Rain in the Mid-Atlantic; Heat Persists Across the South

Scattered severe thunderstorms and excessive rainfall are possible into the night in the Mid Atlantic, and heavy rain will shift to Virginia and the Carolinas on Friday. Severe thunderstorms are also possible in the Central Plains into the Upper MS Valley and the Deep South tonight. Dangerous heat persists across the Southern Plains and Lower MS Valley and heat will expand into the Southwest. Read More >

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Last Map Update: Fri, Aug 21, 2026 at 7:24:26 am MDT

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Hazardous Weather Outlook

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Temp & Precip Outlook

Hazardous Heat

Hot temperatures will continue with scattered-to-isolated showers and thunderstorms.

Near-record high temperatures are forecast in many central and eastern locations on Saturday. If Tucumcari reaches the forecast high temperature of 105 degrees, it will beat the old record of 103 F set in 2024.

Near-record high temperatures are forecast over central and eastern areas Saturday. The forecast high temperature of 104 degrees in Tucumcari would break the previous record high temperature of 101 F set in 2011.

There will be decreasing coverage of showers and thunderstorms with each day today through Monday, then greater coverage Tuesday and especially Wednesday. Near-record high temperatures are forecast central and east today, then there will be an increasing number of record high temperatures Saturday through Tuesday.

Heat can escalate quickly. Warm temperatures can quickly become dangerous. Heat is one of the most deadly weather hazards - don't underestimate it. Never leave people or pets alone in a car. Drink plenty of water, even if you don't feel thirsty. Wear loose-fitting, light-colored clothing. Spend time in air conditioning and in the shade.