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Severe Thunderstorms and Critical Fire Weather Wednesday

Scattered severe thunderstorms are possible across portions of the northern High Plains Wednesday afternoon and evening. Severe wind gusts are the primary hazard. Gusty winds and low relative humidity will contribute to critical fire weather conditions across parts of the northern Great Plains and Great Basin Wednesday. Read More >

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Last Map Update: Tue, May 12, 2026 at 10:38:25 pm PDT

Winds will be gusty Wednesday Washington and Idaho. Choppy water on lakes and rivers, patchy blowing dust, and lightweight objects becoming airborne will be potential impacts. Some power outages are possible, as well as difficult travel for high profile vehicles.
There is a small chance of isolated thunderstorms occurring between 10 PM Tuesday and 5 AM Wednesday. These storms carry the threat of isolated lightning strikes alongside small hail up to the size of a pea. Additionally, there is a very low probability of sporadic, gusty outflow winds reaching speeds up to 50 mph.
Temperatures will trend warmer through the start of the week with afternoon highs climbing into the 80s and low 90s by Tuesday. Unsettled conditions move in Wednesday through Friday with breezy winds, cooling temperatures, and chances for showers and thunderstorms.

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