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 >

Map of estimated Water Temperatures
List of Water Temperature observations (at bottom of page/list)

Latest Marine Discussion:

.MARINE... South to southeast winds should prevail through the weekend as high pressure moves offshore, though local diurnal shifts are possible with the weak pressure gradient. A stronger push of winds Sunday afternoon/evening may result in marginal advisory conditions along the bay. Remnants of Tropical Depression Three may approach the area Monday. While winds will not be an issue, the chance for thunderstorms will increase. Refer to National Hurricane Center products for the latest information on this system. Showers and thunderstorms are possible over the waters as a cold front moves through and stalls over the forecast area. Winds are expected to stay below SCA criteria both Tuesday and Wednesday, although SMWs are possible during afternoon showers and thunderstorms. Update as of: 359 AM EDT Sat Jul 5 2025