Showers and Thunderstorms from the Southern Plains into the Mid-Mississippi Valley; Record Warmth in the Plains and Midwest

Heavy rain and widely scattered severe storms capable of large hail, damaging winds, and possibly a tornado are expected over portions of the central and southern Plains into the Lower Missouri Valley. Unseasonable warmth will continue for a few more days across the Midwest and Southeast where several daily record highs could fall. Read More >

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Last Map Update: Tue, Oct 13, 2026 at 12:48:17 pm CDT

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Above Normal Heat; Isolated Storms Midweek

Late Week Cold Front and Fall Temps

Temperatures will climb into the 90s both today and tomorrow. Isolated storms are possible (20%) this afternoon in Central TX, but most locations remain rain-free. By Wednesday, isolated thunderstorms (20-40% chance) will be possible across most of the region. The normal high temperature for today is 80 degrees at DFW and 82 degrees at Waco.

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Showers and Thunderstorms from the Southern Plains into the Mid-Mississippi Valley; Record Warmth in the Plains and Midwest

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