Heat Expands for Center of the Nation; Severe Thunderstorms for Plains and Upper Midwest

Dangerous heat expands across the Desert Southwest, Plains, Mississippi Valley and Midwest. Critical fire weather for portions of the Intermountain West. Risk for severe thunderstorms and flash flooding across the Upper Midwest/Great Lakes, Ohio Valley, and portions of the mid-Atlantic. Active monsoonal moisture fuels thunderstorms over the Southwest. Hurricane Fausto in the Pacific, should weaken Read More >

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Last Map Update: Sun, Jul 26, 2026 at 12:02:41 pm CDT

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Heat Advisory

Hazardous Weather Outlook

Heat Advisory in Effect

Triple Digit Temperatures All Week

Heat Safety Best Practices

Increased Risk of Heat Related Illness This Week

A Heat Advisory is in effect through Sunday evening for North Texas and Eastern Central Texas. High temperatures will range from 97 to 103, with heat index values up to 109. Remember to stay hydrated and take frequent breaks in air conditioned buildings.

A strong high pressure ridge will maintain the streak of above normal temperatures this week. Triple digit high temperatures will be common, along with heat index values ranging from 100 to 115 in the afternoon. Remember to drink plenty of water and avoid strenuous outdoor activities!

With summer heat in full swing across our area, take a moment to review these heat safety best practices. Heat related illness and death is preventable as long as you know how to protect yourself by staying cool and hydrated.

Dangerous heat is expected this week, which will increase the risk of heat related illnesses. Make sure you know the signs of heat exhaustion and heat stroke in order to protect yourself and others from the heat.