Severe Weather in the Central Plains; Fire Concerns in the Southern High Plains and Southwest; Late-Season Mountain Snow

Severe storms, including large hail, wind, and perhaps a couple of tornadoes, are possible in the central Plains. Dry, windy conditions and lightning from dry thunderstorms may produce hazardous fire conditions in the Southwest and southern High Plains. Late-season snow is expected in the Northwest and the Great Basin. Heat is spreading across the eastern U.S.. Read More >

Weather Story

The Next 5 Days

Radar Update

Please remain weather aware this weekend. There is a potential for severe thunderstorms both today and Sunday. Today's highest risk (Level 3 of 5) focuses on southwestern Nebraska, while Sunday's highest risk shifts eastward. Primary threats for both days include damaging winds, large hail, and possible tornadoes during the afternoon and evening hours. Ensure you have multiple ways to receive warnings.

Thunderstorms are possible this weekend alongside warm temperatures in the 80s. A strong cold front arrives Monday, bringing a high probability of widespread rain, strong north winds of 20-30 mph, and significantly colder temperatures with highs only in the 40s and 50s. Prepare for a sharp change in conditions.

Widely scattered showers with a few thunderstorms will move northeast across the southeast panhandle, west central and southwest NE this morning. The area of concern is within the yellow dashed circle where a few lightning strikes are possible. Any lightning strikes could cause a fire start with little rainfall.