Regional Outbreaks of Severe Weather Through Early Next Week; Early Season Heat Wave across the South

Active spring pattern across the center of our nation with several episodes of severe weather and heavy rainfall expected into next week. The potential for very large hail, long track tornadoes, severe wind gusts, frequent cloud to ground lightning strikes and flash flooding are in the outlook. Furthermore, dangerous early season heat wave continues for the Gulf Coast states into early next week. Read More >

Forecast through Wednesday

Canadian Wildfire Smoke

Skies will be partly cloudy tonight with low temperatures in the lower to mid 50s. Temperatures will warm significantly on Friday through the coming weekend. There is a 15 to 20% chance of showers and storms Saturday afternoon. Smoke from Canadian wildfires is forecast to move into the area Friday and continue through the weekend causing mainly filtered sunshine. Temperatures in the 90s are possible next week with chances for shower and storms on Tuesday and Wednesday!

Smoke from wildfires in Canada will overspread the area from the north today. Much of this will remain aloft, but there is a chance that some smoke could reach near the surface. If it does it could impact visibility at times, lead to the smell of smoke, and pose health concerns especially for those sensitive to pollution. Stay tuned for updates. To check on air quality visit fire.airnow.gov.

Regional Outbreaks of Severe Weather Through Early Next Week; Early Season Heat Wave across the South

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