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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 >

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Last Map Update: Wed, Jul 16, 2025 at 3:48:41 pm CDT

Hot and humid conditions expected today and Thursday with low (10-25%) chances for isolated storms each afternoon. Brief heavy rainfall, lightning, and gusty winds are possible. High temperatures will be in the 90s and afternoon heat index values may approach 98 to 105 degrees each day.
Temperatures will continue to climb this weekend with highs in the mid to upper 90s and "feels like" temperatures up to 109 F. A few isolated storms are possible across parts of East Texas and the Brazos Valley both Friday and Saturday afternoon, but the rest of the area will remain rain-free.
With the return of dry weather, temperatures will slowly warm into the mid to upper 90s by the end of the week and into the weekend. Heat indices will also be on the rise (upper 90s to near 107), so make sure to practice heat safety wherever you are!

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