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Severe Thunderstorms and Heavy Rainfall in the Plains

Severe thunderstorms will be possible over parts of the northern Plains today through Thursday which could bring large hail, damaging winds, and possible tornadoes. Today and Wednesday, thunderstorms with heavy to excessive rainfall may produce flooding over parts of the southern High Plains. North Dakota could also see heavy to excessive rainfall today. Read More >

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Last Map Update: Tue, Jun 2, 2026 at 4:40:40 pm CDT

Isolated to scattered thunderstorms may redevelop this afternoon and evening. A heavy rain threat is primary hazard with a secondary threat of gusty winds and small hail.
Drier weather is expected to develop mid week, but rain chances will ramp back up late week and into the weekend across the area.
Locally heavy rainfall will be possible Friday through Saturday, with additional rain chances into early next week. Be aware of potential for flooding.
Radar loop from KSRX (Fort Smith, AR)
Hot and humid conditions persist again today south of I-40 with heat index values in excess of 100 degrees. Scattered showers and storms are expected today, but drying out late. Cooler and drier weather will arrive for the middle part of the week before the pattern becomes more unsettled again late in the week.
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