Record Heat for the Intermountain West and Northern Plains; Heavy Rainfall and Severe Weather Threats

Record setting heat is expected over the next several days from the Intermountain West through the northern Plains. Furthermore, fire weather concerns increase with dry and breezy conditions. Meanwhile, heavy rainfall and severe thunderstorm threats for the Ohio/Tennessee Valleys, central Appalachians and Southeast today. The threat shifts to central Gulf Coast and across central Texas this week. Read More >

Snow will move into the area from southwest to northeast tonight and continue through much of Friday morning. Snow will be fairly steady but there will be periodic bouts of more intense snowfall at times as indicated by the green and blue shaded bars on the graphs below. Snow accumulation should mainly occur on grassy and elevated surfaces which may include bridges and overpasses. The more intense bouts of snow may result in slushy conditions on some roadways. Light snow will continue into mid or late morning before ending. Motorists should use caution and be prepared for the possibility of some slick spots tonight and through the morning commute. Slow down and allow extra time.

The images below depict the start time, end time and period of most intense snowfall for various locations.

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Record Heat for the Intermountain West and Northern Plains; Heavy Rainfall and Severe Weather Threats

Snow Intensity and Timing Information for Tonight-Friday Morning