As a cold front moves across the Great Plains, severe weather conditions including thunderstorms and potential tornadoes are impacting several regions. Learn more about what this means for your area!

The United States is experiencing a swirl of weather extremes today as severe thunderstorms threaten parts of the Midwest and Southern U.S., while the northeastern and western regions brace for less turbulent conditions but notable atmospheric shifts. Detailed forecasts highlight potential impacts, including flash flooding and travel interruptions, alongside an intense heatwave setting records in cities like Phoenix. Get all the details in our comprehensive report on the current weather landscape across the nation.
From the Pacific Northwest, Seattle experiences calm weather today, while eastward, Billings has light rain as a line of precipitation extends toward Minneapolis. The Upper Mississippi Valley is under scattered rain, with Minneapolis facing steady showers. Farther south, severe thunderstorms are impacting Oklahoma City, stretching up to Kansas City, posing risks for flash flooding and travel disruptions. In the Northeast, steady rain is impacting New York City and Washington, D.C., continuing through the day. Meanwhile, Tampa and Atlanta remain dry, but clouds could bring rain later. Houston enjoys clear skies, offering a reprieve from the stormy conditions seen elsewhere.
Today, the heat is turning up across the southern U.S. with Phoenix blazing at an intense 111 degrees, making it the hottest city in the nation. In contrast, Los Angeles enjoys a cooler high of 71 degrees, demonstrating the significant temperature divergence. Meanwhile, Dallas sits at a comfortable 88 degrees, while Atlanta is feeling the summer warmth at 95 degrees. Farther north, Chicago reaches a mild 80 degrees, offering a refreshing contrast to the sweltering temperatures found in the Southwest.
Now for the low temperatures tomorrow morning across the U.S. In the Midwest, Minneapolis will cool down to a brisk 64 degrees, while Chicago holds steady at 70. Heading southward, Kansas City will see a low of 70 as well, while Dallas remains warmer at 74 degrees. In the Southeast, Atlanta will experience a mild 74 degrees, with Washington, D.C. coming in slightly cooler at 73.
Tomorrow, the region will experience exceptionally high temperatures, with many areas trending well above average. Dallas is expected to hit 91 degrees, while Houston follows closely at 88 degrees, both reflecting an upward trend in warmth. Additionally, Atlanta will reach 91 degrees, indicative of rising temperatures for this time of year. In the East, Washington, D.C. and New York both forecast highs of 94 degrees, significantly warmer than typical readings for early July.
A cold front sweeps through the Midwest, bringing potential severe weather with storms and heavy rainfall from Kansas City to Chicago. The Southeast, including areas like Atlanta and Tampa, should brace for thunderstorms with risks of gusty winds and localized flooding. Out West, Seattle prepares for rain showers, while sunny skies dominate in Southern California. The Northeast experiences scattered showers, with rain possibly intensifying and impacting travel from Washington D.C. to New York.