Heavy Rainfall Threat for Portions of Mid-Atlantic and Northeast; Heat Linger for Southeast and Expands for the West

Moisture and nearby frontal boundary will focus more showers and thunderstorms for portions of the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast today. Rainfall could be locally heavy resulting instances of flash flooding. Meanwhile, the heat lingers for areas of the Southeast and expands across the Western U.S. the next several days. Between these areas, severe thunderstorms possible for the Plains and Midwest. Read More >

5-Day Forecast

Flash Flood Threat Today

Review of Records from July 1-4, 2026

While temperatures will be cooler than the previous several days, the risk for severe thunderstorms and flash flooding continues. This frontal system does not clear the area until late Tuesday which will leave the weather more unsettled. While not as widespread as recent days, further showers and thunderstorms are possible each day this week.

Heavy Rainfall Threat for Portions of Mid-Atlantic and Northeast; Heat Linger for Southeast and Expands for the West

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