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Bering Sea Storms for Alaska; Multi-Day Heavy Rain Event for the Southern Plains and Southwest

A series of Bering Sea storms will impact western Alaska this week, with elevated water levels, isolated coastal flooding, high surf, erosion, and strong winds. Heavy rain and snow are also expected for the West Coast into Interior Alaska. A multi-day flash flooding threat is forecast across parts of the southern High Plains and Southwest through the weekend. Surf remains high for Florida. Read More >

On-and-off rain chances today. Areas north will see highs in the 50s while locations near the Kansas border get into the low 70s. Halloween is looking mostly dry, with a few showers possible through the day. The evening should be seasonably cool for any outdoor fun.
Halloween 2026 is expected to be warmer than usual, but it isn't without concerns. Friday night brings likely chances of precipitation, especially after dark. Saturday's chances are lower. Expect confidence in timing to grow as the actual holiday approaches.
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