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South Heats Up as Early-Week Storms Target Midwest and Plains

A strengthening heat dome in the South precedes a new front that returns storms to the central U.S.

The threat of severe weather in Central Texas on Sunday will be west of Austin, mainly in the Hill Country. 
Shown are the potential heat index values at 4 p.m. Sunday, according to the National Blend of Models.
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Overview

  • Central Texas entered a steamy stretch Sunday with highs in the 90s under a National Weather Service Level 1–2 heat risk.
  • A strengthening low is expected to bring thunderstorms to Wisconsin and Michigan Monday, and forecasters say a few could turn severe if a warm front lifts north.
  • Near-record heat is forecast Monday through Wednesday along the central Gulf Coast as an upper-level ridge builds, with some spots near 90 degrees.
  • A stronger cold front mid to late week is expected to deliver heavier rain and a noticeable cool-down across several regions, including the South and New England.
  • Fire danger stays high in drought-stricken parts of Florida, where forecasters expect little rain in the next week.