Severe Thunderstorms and Heavy Rainfall in the Central and Southern Plains Through Tonight

Severe thunderstorms capable of very large hail, damaging wind gusts, and a few tornadoes will continue through tonight across parts of the central and southern Plains. Heavy rain will pose a threat for flash flooding across portions of central and coastal Texas. Thunderstorms may also cause isolated wind damage across the Southeast. Read More >

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Last Map Update: Wed, May 28, 2025 at 9:16:34 pm CDT

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Scattered strong to severe storms will develop this afternoon and evening, with the greatest chances west of I-35 and south of I-20. Large hail and damaging winds are the primary threats, with a low (non-zero) tornado threat. The main storm timing is between 3 PM and 10 PM.

A Severe Thunderstorm Watch is in effect until 10 PM for western Central Texas. Hail to 2.5 inches in diameter and damaging wind gusts to 70 MPH are possible in and near the watch area. A tornado or two also cannot be ruled out.

A cold front will bring scattered showers and storms as it pushes through Thursday night. A few strong to severe storms are possible, but widespread severe weather is not expected. The graphic shows a general time line of when to expected the best storm chances.

A low chance of storms will arrive Saturday night and again on Monday. Otherwise, seasonably warm and dry weather is in store for the weekend.

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Severe Thunderstorms and Heavy Rainfall in the Central and Southern Plains Through Tonight

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