Dangerous Heat in the Central and Eastern U.S.; Critical Fire Weather in the Great Basin and Southwest

Dangerous, record-breaking heat will intensify across most of the central and eastern U.S this week. Heat indices will likely exceed 100 degrees. Heat is likely to continue across the eastern U.S. through the Independence Day holiday weekend. Critical fire weather conditions will continue Tuesday across portions of the Four Corners and Great Basin, as dry conditions and gusty winds persist. Read More >

Hot Temperatures Continue

Key Messages

Maximum heat index temperatures peak today in the 105 to 110 degree range, before remaining in the upper 90s to low 100s through the remainder of the week. Temperatures beyond Tuesday are more uncertain, as they will depend on how much storms are able to dampen daytime heating.

Key forecast messages through the next 7 days for eastern Nebraska and western Iowa. For more forecast information:

🏡 NWS Omaha/Valley, Nebraska Homepage - Get a forecast for any location.

📃 Hazardous Weather Briefing (DSS Packet)

Dangerous Heat in the Central and Eastern U.S.; Critical Fire Weather in the Great Basin and Southwest

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