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Severe Thunderstorms in the East Sunday; Excessive Heat Lingers in the Southern U.S. and Returning to California

Scattered damaging winds from severe thunderstorms will be possible across parts of the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic States Sunday. Excessive heat will continue over the southern U.S. Sunday before another round of heat arrives Monday through the central and southern U.S. spreading into the East by Independence Day. California will see excessive heat starting Tuesday. Read More >

Today will be partly sunny and breezy, with windy conditions in the southwest. Overnight tonight, showers are likely, with a chance for thunderstorms, a few of which may be strong to severe. Chances for strong to severe storms then return on Monday.
Thunderstorms are expected to form in eastern Montana tonight, moving into western North Dakota after sunset. Isolated to scattered storms may be strong to severe as they enter our area, continuing through the overnight hours. Should these storms become severe, remember to have a way to receive warnings.
For Monday afternoon and evening, there is a Slight Risk (level 2 out of 5) for severe thunderstorms across parts of southern North Dakota, with a Marginal Risk (level 1 out of 5) for much of the rest of North Dakota. The main hazards are expected to be large hail up to half dollar size (1.25 inch diameter) and winds up to 60 mph. Be sure to keep up-to-date with the latest forecast information.