Today’s cross-country weather snapshot reveals everything from snow-capped mountains to tropical thunderstorms—find out what it means for your region!

Today’s cross-country weather snapshot reveals everything from snow-capped mountains to tropical thunderstorms—find out what it means for your region!
The National Radar shows significant weather activity unfolding across the country today. Starting in the Pacific Northwest, Seattle is enjoying a clear day without any precipitation. As we move into the Northern Rockies, a robust system is bringing snow to areas around Billings, impacting mountain travel with slippery roads. Denver is dry, but staying cool under overcast skies. In the Northern Plains, Minneapolis is experiencing moderate rain as a frontal system pushes through, potentially causing soggy conditions for the evening commute. Chicago remains dry and overcast, but areas to the west are likely to see some rain later on. The Southeast is under the gun for severe weather today, particularly around Atlanta, where thunderstorms and heavy rain are leading to potential flooding concerns. These storms are moving northeastward, and folks in the Carolinas should brace for incoming rain and scattered thunderstorms tonight. Houston and New Orleans remain calm, Tampa is experiencing localized thunderstorms, impacting the afternoon travel plans.
Today, temperatures are climbing to impressive highs across the nation. Down south, Houston sizzles at 84 degrees, while Dallas isn’t far behind at 82. Over in Florida, Tampa is experiencing a sweltering high of 93 degrees, making it one of the hottest spots this afternoon. In the Midwest, Chicago reaches 82, while Minneapolis is a touch cooler at 74. The Northwest remains mild, with Seattle struggling to warm up to just 55 degrees. Out west, Los Angeles enjoys a comfortable 64 degrees, contrasting sharply with the warmth found in the southern states.
Now for the low temperatures. Expect a chilly morning across the Midwest with Minneapolis dropping to a low of 40 degrees and Chicago at 43. Heading south, Kansas City will wake up to 58 degrees, while Oklahoma City will be a bit warmer at 59. The Southeast sees Atlanta starting at a cool 63 degrees, and Nashville dipping to a chilly 35 degrees. The Southwest remains mild with Los Angeles at 56 and Phoenix at 64.
Tomorrow, high temperatures across the Southeast are expected to be above average for this time of year. Atlanta is set to reach a comfortable 80 degrees, while Dallas will see a warm high of 82 degrees. In Houston, temperatures are even warmer at 84 degrees, and further south, New Orleans could hit 87 degrees. Miami is joining the trend with a high of 87 degrees as well, making it a balmy day for the region. Some areas in the Carolinas may observe more moderate highs in the mid-70s due to cloud cover and afternoon rain chances. This warm spell is attributed to a persistent ridge of high pressure holding over the southeastern U.S.
A cold front is advancing across the central U.S., triggering a line of thunderstorms stretching from Dallas to Kansas City. While severe storms are possible, be prepared for heavy rain and gusty winds over the next two days. In the Pacific Northwest, rain showers are expected to persist, particularly around Seattle and into the Cascades, bringing a much-needed soaking. Denver and the surrounding Rocky Mountain regions brace for snow showers, potentially impacting higher elevations with wintry conditions. Moving on to the Northeast, showers are developing from New York to Washington D.C., with intermittent rain expected. Atlanta and Tampa continue to monitor the risk of severe weather, including potential thunderstorms on Wednesday afternoon. The West Coast, particularly around San Francisco and Los Angeles, enjoys clear and dry weather as the Pacific system pulls away.