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Yahoo
5 days ago
- Climate
- Yahoo
Severe storms, flash flooding to pester central and eastern US
Pockets of severe thunderstorms will be spread across multiple regions of the United States into the weekend, bringing the risk of flash flooding, gusty winds and lightning. While not every shower will erupt into a thunderstorm, and storms that do develop may not all turn severe, they can still disrupt daily routines and outdoor plans. Thanks to shorter daylight and less intense sunshine, we are reaching the point in summer when not every shower will produce thunder and lightning, and not every thunderstorm will bring damaging winds, hail and flash flooding. As a result, we have entered the phase of the summer when meteorologists look for conditions that are most ideal for thunderstorms and potential severe weather. Storms into Wednesday evening Most storms in the Northeast Wednesday will not pack severe wind gusts, but a handful of the storms during the evening can bring gusty winds and torrential downpours. Farther south into Wednesday night, a slightly greater concentration of severe storms is likely, centered on North Carolina and southern Virginia. Of equal concern in the Southeast is the likelihood of persistent torrential downpours that can lead to flash flooding-especially from eastern Tennessee to the Carolina and Virginia coasts. In this zone, rainfall of 1-3 inches per hour can occur, overwhelming storm drains and turning small streams into raging torrents. Farther west, an area of storms capable of producing damaging winds, hail and flash flooding will center on South Dakota and northern Nebraska. Hail could reach the size of golf balls and could cover the ground in highly localized areas. The AccuWeather Local StormMax™ wind gust is 80 mph. Both the wind and hail could damage crops in the region. Thursday's severe storms include tornado risk On Thursday, a pocket of severe weather will focus from northeastern South Dakota to eastern North Dakota, central and northwestern Minnesota, southwestern Ontario and southeastern Manitoba. Severe storms that develop will bring a risk of large, destructive hail and a few tornadoes. More storms for Plains, Midwest Friday On Friday, part of the same area will be at risk for severe weather, but with an eastward extension. Friday's severe weather threat will extend from eastern South Dakota to central and southern Minnesota, northern Iowa and western Wisconsin. Localized hail and high winds will be the greatest threats. Saturday's severe weather zone On Saturday, once again, a pocket of severe weather will linger over a portion of the Plains and Midwest. Saturday's severe weather threat will cover much of the Dakotas and Minnesota and reach the eastern part of Montana and the northwestern part of Wisconsin. Upcoming downpours in South Texas bear watching AccuWeather meteorologists will be closely monitoring a batch of showers and thunderstorms that will travel from the western end of the Caribbean midweek to the southwest Gulf at the end of the week. This has the potential to evolve into a tropical depression or storm before moving onshore in northeast Mexico or perhaps South Texas. Even if it fails to evolve into a depression, it could produce enough downpours to be of concern for flash flooding in the lower Rio Grande Valley, to near San Antonio and perhaps the Texas Hill Country. The Hill Country was the site of the flash flooding that took more than 100 lives at campsites along the Guadalupe River in early July. As the flow of moisture continues from the Gulf, it will lead to an uptick in thunderstorms over West Texas, New Mexico and Arizona, which are associated with the North American monsoon. Want next-level safety, ad-free? Unlock advanced, hyperlocal severe weather alerts when you subscribe to Premium+ on the AccuWeather app. AccuWeather Alerts™ are prompted by our expert meteorologists who monitor and analyze dangerous weather risks 24/7 to keep you and your family safer.
CBS News
13-06-2025
- Climate
- CBS News
Storm chances return to Maryland Friday & this weekend
Humidity will gradually increase overnight across the region. Skies will be partly cloudy, and overnight lows will stay warm, settling near 70 degrees in most areas. Friday the 13th begins partly cloudy and turns hot by the afternoon. Temperatures will rise to near 90 degrees, and scattered thunderstorms are expected to develop later in the day. Some of these storms may bring locally heavy rain and gusty winds. Storm activity is expected to last into the early evening before tapering off. Friday night remains partly cloudy and humid, with lows in the upper 60s to near 70. Saturday will feature more cloud cover overall, with partly to mostly cloudy skies. Showers and thunderstorms are likely during the afternoon and evening hours. It will be slightly cooler than Friday, with highs reaching the mid-80s. Any storms that form could again bring brief heavy downpours. On Father's Day, rain chances continue. Skies will be mostly cloudy to overcast, and temperatures will be cooler, with highs only reaching the mid-70s. Outdoor plans may be impacted at times by periods of rain or drizzle. The unsettled weather pattern will continue through the first half of the upcoming week. Monday will bring more scattered storm chances, with highs in the upper 70s. The region may see breaks of sun at times, but any sunshine could fuel storm development during the afternoon. Tuesday will be partly to mostly cloudy with more scattered showers and storms. Temperatures will climb back into the mid-80s. Storm chances remain in the forecast Wednesday, along with warmer temperatures. Highs will reach the upper 80s, and humidity will increase again. Thursday will be warm and humid with additional scattered storm chances and highs around 90 degrees. By next weekend, drier weather is expected to return. Temperatures will stay hot, with highs in the upper 80s and low 90s. The dry stretch looks to coincide with the start of AFRAM festivities, which should benefit from the return of more stable weather conditions.
CBS News
09-05-2025
- Climate
- CBS News
Friday kicks off warm, sunny stretch in Minnesota; possible record heat for Mother's Day
Friday will be sunny and warm in the Twin Cities, with highs in the low 80s. A few showers are possible in the evening hours. Saturday will still be sunny and a little cooler, perfect for outdoor plans. Mother's Day will be windy and hot, with a possibility of breaking a daily warmth record, currently set at 88 degrees. Summer heat sticks around on Monday with some wildfire fire concerns. The warmth will continue most of next week, but the heat may break by Thursday. It'll probably come with a storm or two.
CBS News
07-05-2025
- Climate
- CBS News
Midweek "cooldown" in Twin Cities ahead of summer warmth
NEXT Weather: 10 p.m. report for Minnesota on May 6, 2025 NEXT Weather: 10 p.m. report for Minnesota on May 6, 2025 NEXT Weather: 10 p.m. report for Minnesota on May 6, 2025 After back-to-back days in the low 80s, the Twin Cities will feel "cooler" on Wednesday, with highs in the low 70s and lighter winds. Thursday will stay dry and seasonable with low humidity. Friday will be beezy and warmer again with isolated showers possible in the evening hours. Saturday will be a comfortable one with highs in the 70, perfect for outdoor plans. Summer warmth returns in time for Mother's Day on Sunday, with highs in the 80s and continued dry weather.
