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Lowell to Impact Hawaii; Heat Persists in the South-Central U.S.

Hurricane Lowell is forecast to pass west of Kauai`s coastal waters tonight. Impacts such as high surf and heavy rain could impact all of the islands. Sweltering heat remains across the South-Central Plains and Lower/Middle Mississippi Valley into this week with limited nighttime relief. Periods of moderate to heavy rainfall will be possible through Tuesday morning in the northern Rockies. Read More >

Another hot day today with highs eclipsing 100 degrees for most and heat index values as high as 109 degrees. Storms develop along a cold front late this afternoon into the evening. A couple storms could be strong to severe. An active pattern keeps chances for rain through the weekend with slightly cooler temperatures.