Catch the latest weather updates with Amy Freeze as she covers varying conditions from sunny skies to storm fronts across the USA. Stay informed and prepared!

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Today, a storm system is putting quite a show across the southern part of the country. As we start from the west coast, Seattle enjoys calmer conditions, while further inland, Billings and Denver remain relatively dry. In contrast, the Southern Plains are experiencing some significant precipitation. Dallas is under the wet spell with heavy rain, while areas around Houston could see thunderstorm activity that could impact travel plans. Moving eastward, the Mississippi Valley, including Memphis, is seeing scattered showers; however, the heaviest precipitation extends towards the Great Lakes. Look out for rain bands around Minneapolis, bringing wet conditions throughout the day. The Midwest from Kansas City to Chicago is also experiencing rain, so keep those umbrellas handy. Farther into the Southeast, cities like Atlanta and Charlotte are seeing an uptick in rain coverage as the day progresses. In the Mid-Atlantic, Washington, D.C. faces scattered showers yet again. A clear picture paints Florida, where Tampa escapes most of the rain, making it a good day for outdoor activities along the coast.
Today, we’re seeing a dramatic range in high temperatures across the United States. In the Southwest, Phoenix is sizzling with a high of 101 degrees, while Los Angeles remains more moderate at 70 degrees. Moving into the Southeast, temperatures are pushing into the 90s, with Tampa experiencing a steamy high of 93 degrees, contrasting sharply with cooler spots like Atlanta at just 68 degrees. Up North, Chicago sits at 67 degrees, while Minneapolis is slightly warmer at 66 degrees. Out in the Rockies, Denver enjoys a pleasant 73 degrees, with Salt Lake City a touch warmer at 85 degrees.
Now for the low temperatures. The northern plains see a chilly morning with 32 degrees in Billings and 30 in Minneapolis. Down in Chicago, expect a low of 52, while Kansas City sits slightly warmer at 58 degrees. Moving south, Dallas will wake up to a mild 66 degrees. In the southeast, Atlanta starts the day at 66, and further south, Miami remains warm with a low of 75 degrees.
Tomorrow, the region can expect notably high temperatures, with several areas trending above average. In Houston, temperatures will soar to 82 degrees, while Dallas isn’t far behind at 80 degrees. Atlanta will see a warm high of 82, making it a pleasant day in the Southeast. Over in New Orleans, expect the thermometer to hit 93 degrees, indicating a spike in warmth for late May. Miami stays warm and humid, also reaching 82 degrees.
A cold front is moving across the Midwest into the Southeast over the next two days, bringing a likelihood of severe thunderstorms from Kansas City to Atlanta. Areas from Oklahoma City to Dallas should prepare for possible high winds and heavy rainfall, with conditions being favorable for a few isolated tornadoes. In the Northeast, rain showers will continue across New York to Washington, D.C., possibly impacting the morning commute with slick roads. The Pacific Northwest, including Seattle, looks to experience frequent rain showers, while the Southwest remains dry and clear. Mountain regions in the Rockies could see some light snowfall, particularly at higher elevations around Denver. Attention should be focused on the potential for storms in the southern plains as the cold front amplifies instability across the region through Thursday.