UNITED STATES — Tornado activity across the country in 2026 is already showing a clear trend, with Illinois emerging as the early leader in total tornado reports, significantly outpacing other states. Illinois Dominates Early Season Tornado Counts According to compiled preliminary data from January 1 through early April, Illinois has recorded 59 tornado reports, making…
UNITED STATES — A steady warming trend is beginning to take shape across parts of the central United States, with temperatures expected to gradually climb through mid-April, offering a more consistent spring-like pattern after recent variability. Temperatures Trending Upward Day by Day Forecast data indicates a clear progression in daytime highs, starting in the low…
SOUTHEAST UNITED STATES — While parts of the Plains and Midwest are set to receive much-needed rainfall in the coming days, the situation across the Southeast is moving in the opposite direction, with drought conditions expected to worsen significantly through the rest of April. Widespread Drought Already Locked In Across the Southeast Current drought monitoring…
UNITED STATES — After a relatively quiet stretch, parts of the Midwest and Ohio Valley are expected to see scattered rain and thunderstorm activity Friday afternoon, though the overall threat remains on the lower end. Storm Zone Focused From Indiana to Pennsylvania Forecast data shows a corridor of pop up storms stretching from southern Indiana…
UNITED STATES — A potentially expansive severe weather setup is expected to develop Tuesday, with storms possibly stretching from the Southern Plains all the way into the Great Lakes region. Storm Corridor Extends From Texas to Great Lakes Forecast data highlights a broad severe weather zone beginning near the Texas dryline and extending through Oklahoma,…
KANSAS — An unusual and somewhat deceptive weather setup is expected Sunday across parts of the Southern Plains, where conditions may appear calm on the surface but still carry a low-probability severe weather risk. Mostly Sunny Conditions Expected Across the Region Forecast conditions suggest that much of Kansas and Oklahoma will experience mostly sunny skies…
KANSAS — A widespread severe weather threat is expected to develop Sunday across the Plains, with multiple rounds of storms possible and increasing potential for damaging impacts. Large Portion of Plains Under Severe Weather Risk The overall setup places a broad region under storm risk, extending from Texas through Oklahoma and into Kansas, with additional…
UNITED STATES — While much of the country experiences average spring conditions today, a few select areas are standing out with notably pleasant and comfortable weather, offering some of the best conditions nationwide. St. Louis Region Emerges as Top Weather Spot in Midwest The most favorable conditions today are centered around St. Louis, Missouri, where…
NORTH CAROLINA, SOUTH CAROLINA — Dry conditions are expected to persist across the Carolinas over the next week, even as a significant storm system delivers heavy rainfall and repeated storm activity well to the west. High Pressure Keeps Carolinas Locked in Dry Pattern A dominant high-pressure system over the Southeast will continue to block moisture…
UNITED STATES — The severe weather outlook for early next week continues to evolve, with notable shifts in storm risk areas from Monday through Wednesday across the Plains and Midwest. Monday: Risk Expands Farther North Into Upper Midwest The latest update shows that Monday’s severe weather risk has expanded northward, now covering a broader area…