It looks like there’s quite a bit of weather activity expected across various regions. Here’s a breakdown:
- Northeast Severe Thunderstorms (Sunday): A frontal system moving through the Great Lakes into the Northeast will bring a chance for severe thunderstorms, particularly from central Ohio to Pennsylvania. Damaging winds, large hail, and a few tornadoes are possible. Flash flooding is also a concern, especially in areas with wet antecedent conditions.
- California Rain and Snow (Sunday): California will continue to experience rain showers, thunderstorms, and heavy snow in mountainous areas. Southern California might see coastal and valley rain, potentially leading to flooding. Snow accumulations are expected in the Sierra Nevada.
- Plains Severe Weather Threat (Monday): A storm system moving into the Plains will trigger widespread shower and thunderstorm development, with the potential for severe weather. Large hail, damaging winds, and a few tornadoes are possible, particularly in western Oklahoma and northwest Texas.
- Fire Weather Concerns (Monday): Dry conditions and strong winds in the central/southern High Plains will elevate the risk of wildfires, prompting a Critical Risk of Fire Weather. This is due to dry conditions behind a surface dryline.
- Temperature Outlook: Above-average temperatures are forecast for much of the central and eastern U.S., with highs reaching the 80s and even 90s in some areas. Cooler temperatures are expected in the West, especially following the passage of a cold front.
It’s important for residents in these areas to stay updated on weather forecasts and take necessary precautions, especially regarding severe weather and wildfire risks.