It looks like the weather is about to get quite active across the central United States over the next few days. A developing upper trough in the western U.S. will set the stage for severe weather in parts of the central and southern Plains. This trough is expected to move eastward, bringing with it moisture from the Gulf of Mexico, which will fuel the development of thunderstorms, some of which could become severe.
The Storm Prediction Center has issued an Enhanced Risk for severe weather across parts of southwest/south-central Kansas and western Oklahoma into the eastern Texas Panhandle. This means there’s a heightened risk of very large hail, severe wind gusts, and even a few strong tornadoes. Additionally, heavy rain could lead to scattered flash flooding in some areas.
Meanwhile, behind the dryline in the southern High Plains, there’s a concern for critical fire weather conditions due to low humidity and gusty winds. Outdoor burning is strongly discouraged during this time.
In other parts of the country, precipitation chances exist, with showers spreading over the Northeast and snow showers possible in northern New England. Unsettled weather is expected in the West, Great Basin, and Rockies, with light precipitation and high elevation heavy snow. This will lead to a cooling trend in the West compared to recent warmth.
Chilly weather is also forecast for the Northeast as high pressure builds southward from Canada, with the potential for freezing temperatures in some areas.
Overall, it seems like a dynamic weather pattern is unfolding across the United States, with various regions facing their own weather challenges over the coming days.