Storm Prediction Center Outlook
| Today Sat, Dec 21, 2024 |
Tomorrow Sun, Dec 22, 2024 |
2 Days Out Mon, Dec 23, 2024 |
4 – 8 Days Out Tue, Dec 24, 2024 - Fri, Dec 27, 2024 |
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| Severe Thunderstorm Risk Categories | ||
| NWS defines a severe thunderstorm as measured wind gusts to at least 58 MPH, and/or hail to at least one inch in diameter, and/or a tornado. All thunderstorm categories imply lightning and the potential for flooding. Categories are also tied to the probability of a severe weather event within 25 miles of your location. | ||
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THUNDERSTORMS No Severe Thunderstorms Expected |
Lightning/flooding threats exist with all thunderstorms. |
● Winds to 40 MPH ● Small hail |
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MARGINAL Isolated Severe Thunderstorms Expected |
Limited in duration and/or coverage and/or intensity. |
● Winds to 40–60 MPH ● Hail up to 1 inch ● Low tornado risk |
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SLIGHT Scattered Severe Thunderstorms Expected |
Short-lived and/or not widespread, isolated intense storms possible. |
● One or two tornadoes ● Reports of strong winds/wind damage ● Hail approx 1 inch, isolated 2 inch |
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ENHANCED Numerous Severe Thunderstorms Expected |
More persistent and/or widespread, a few intense. |
● A few tornadoes ● Several reports of wind damage ● Damaging hail, 1-2 inch |
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MODERATE Widespread Severe Thunderstorms Expected |
Long-lived widespread, and intense. |
● Strong tornadoes ● Widespread wind damage ● Destructive hail, approx 2 inches plus |
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HIGH Widespread Severe Thunderstorms Expected |
Long-lived, very widespread and particularly intense. |
● Tornado outbreak ● Derecho |