Severe thunderstorms and flash flooding possible from the Northern and Central Plains to the Midwest. Dangerous heat in Texas through early next week.
Elevated to Critical fire weather conditions in the Southwest.
A strong upper level trough will swing across the Central U.S. over the next couple of days, resulting in a strengthening low pressure system at the surface. The central low will initially strengthen over the Northern and Central Plains today, then become occluded on Thursday while tracking into the Upper Midwest.
WYOMING
Seasonal temperatures back in place today, with widespread showers and thunderstorms this afternoon. Showers will continue tonight over northwestern and central portions.
Expected rain/snow totals tonight and lingering into Thursday morning. The first wave will be later this evening with another stronger push tomorrow afternoon into the evening hours.
NEBRASKA
There is a slight risk for severe thunderstorms this afternoon and evening. Large hail and damaging winds are the main threats. The main threat is east of a line from Valentine to Sutherland.
COLORADO
High temperatures will be 15 to 20 degrees cooler than yesterday. Widely scattered showers and thunderstorms, along with light snow above 9,000 feet will be possible this afternoon. Look for one more breezy day today, with gusts of 25 to 35 mph in the valleys and stronger over the higher elevations. A gradual warming trend will kick in from Thursday onward, with above normal highs possible by Saturday. Afternoon showers and storms will continue into the weekend before the next big storm system moves in Sunday into early next week, with more widespread precipitation possible.
A cold front east of the Black Hills will be the focus for the strongest thunderstorms this afternoon and evening. There is a slight risk (2 out of 5) of severe thunderstorms from mid-afternoon into the evening hours over central South Dakota. Confidence is high for thunderstorms occurring, but moderate for severe thunderstorms. ACTION: Monitor the weather and have a plan of action if severe weather is imminent.
Please take it slow, stay alert, and prioritize safety. Your well-being comes first!
Have a good day.
