This hazardous weather outlook is for portions of southwest Lower
Michigan.
.DAY ONE...This Afternoon and Tonight
Thunderstorms are likely and some severe thunderstorms are
possible this afternoon into tonight. The greatest chance for
severe weather will be roughly between 4 PM and midnight. Damaging
winds will be the main threat, and a tornado could also develop.
Locally heavy rain today and tonight may lead to short term
flooding in low spots and urban areas.
.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Friday through Wednesday
Additional thunderstorms are expected Friday night into Saturday.
Locally heavy rain with flooding is possible.
.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...
Spotter activation is possible this evening.
$$
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Grand Rapids MI
1118 AM EDT Thu Apr 2 2026
LMZ844>849-030945-
St Joseph to South Haven MI-South Haven to Holland MI-
Holland to Grand Haven MI-Grand Haven to Whitehall MI-
Whitehall to Pentwater MI-Pentwater to Manistee MI-
1118 AM EDT Thu Apr 2 2026
This hazardous weather outlook is for the nearshore waters from
St Joseph to Manistee.
.DAY ONE...This Afternoon and Tonight
Conditions hazardous to smaller craft are expected both today and
tonight. A few wind gusts may reach gale force tonight.
Thunderstorms are expected over Lake Michigan both today and
tonight.
.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Friday through Wednesday
Conditions will remain hazardous for smaller craft on Friday.
Thunderstorms over Lake Michigan will be possible again Friday
night into Saturday.
.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...
Spotter activation is possible this evening.
$$
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Bismarck ND
1002 AM CDT Thu Apr 2 2026
NDZ021-022-035-031515-
McLean-Sheridan-Burleigh-
1002 AM CDT Thu Apr 2 2026
This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for portions of south central
North Dakota.
.DAY ONE...Today and Tonight
Areas of fog and freezing drizzle are possible this morning.
.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Friday through Wednesday
A Winter Storm Watch is in effect Friday morning into Saturday
afternoon. See weather.gov/bis for details.
.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...
Spotters are asked to provide reports to the NWS using standard
procedures, including through our social media accounts.
$$
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Bismarck ND
1002 AM CDT Thu Apr 2 2026
NDZ018>020-031>034-040>045-031515-
Dunn-Mercer-Oliver-Golden Valley-Billings-Stark-Morton-Slope-
Hettinger-Grant-Bowman-Adams-Sioux-
1002 AM CDT Thu Apr 2 2026 /902 AM MDT Thu Apr 2 2026/
This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for portions of south central
North Dakota and southwest North Dakota.
.DAY ONE...Today and Tonight
Areas of fog and freezing drizzle are possible this morning.
A Winter Storm Watch is in effect tonight. See weather.gov/bis
for details.
.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Friday through Wednesday
A Winter Storm Watch is in effect tonight through Saturday
morning. See weather.gov/bis for details.
.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...
Spotters are asked to provide reports to the NWS using standard
procedures, including through our social media accounts.
$$
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Bismarck ND
1002 AM CDT Thu Apr 2 2026
This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for portions of south central
North Dakota and southeast North Dakota.
.DAY ONE...Today and Tonight
A Winter Weather Advisory is in effect this morning and afternoon.
See weather.gov/bis for details.
.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Friday through Wednesday
A Winter Storm Watch is in effect Friday morning into Saturday
afternoon. See weather.gov/bis for details.
.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...
Spotters are asked to provide reports to the NWS using standard
procedures, including through our social media accounts.
$$
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Bismarck ND
1002 AM CDT Thu Apr 2 2026
NDZ001>005-009>013-017-031515-
Divide-Burke-Renville-Bottineau-Rolette-Williams-Mountrail-Ward-
McHenry-Pierce-McKenzie-
1002 AM CDT Thu Apr 2 2026 /902 AM MDT Thu Apr 2 2026/
This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for portions of north central
North Dakota and northwest North Dakota.
.DAY ONE...Today and Tonight
Areas of fog and freezing drizzle are possible this morning.
.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Friday through Wednesday
Snow accumulations around 2 to 5 inches are possible on Friday.
.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...
Spotters are asked to provide reports to the NWS using standard
procedures, including through our social media accounts.
$$
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Goodland KS
753 AM MDT Thu Apr 2 2026
COZ091-092-KSZ027-041-042-031400-
Kit Carson-Cheyenne CO-Wallace-Greeley-Wichita-
753 AM MDT Thu Apr 2 2026 /853 AM CDT Thu Apr 2 2026/
This hazardous weather outlook is for northwest Kansas and east
central Colorado.
.DAY ONE...TODAY AND TONIGHT...
A Red Flag Warning is in effect this afternoon for Kit Carson and
Cheyenne counties in Colorado and Wallace, Greeley and Wichita
counties in Kansas, where dry conditions and breezy south to
southwest winds may lead to rapid wildfire growth.
.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...FRIDAY THROUGH WEDNESDAY...
Dry and breezy conditions return Friday, and may lead to critical
fire weather conditions and patchy blowing dust. Rapid fire growth,
as well as diminished visibility and air quality are possible Frday.
.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...
Active weather across portions of the Tri-State Area is anticipated.
Spotters are encouraged to report significant weather conditions.
$$
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Gaylord MI
836 AM EDT Thu Apr 2 2026
MIZ016>018-020>036-041-042-086>088-095>099-031245-
Emmet-Cheboygan-Presque Isle-Leelanau-Antrim-Otsego-Montmorency-
Alpena-Benzie-Grand Traverse-Kalkaska-Crawford-Oscoda-Alcona-
Manistee-Wexford-Missaukee-Roscommon-Ogemaw-Iosco-Gladwin-Arenac-
Western Chippewa-Central Chippewa-Southeast Chippewa-
Western Mackinac-Eastern Mackinac-
Mackinac Island/Bois Blanc Island-
Beaver Island and surrounding islands-Charlevoix-
836 AM EDT Thu Apr 2 2026
This hazardous weather outlook is for Eastern Upper Michigan and
Northern Lower Michigan.
.DAY ONE...Today and tonight.
Wintry precipitation will overspread northern Michigan this morning.
Warming temperatures this afternoon and evening will turn
precipitation to mostly rain. However, light to moderate
accumulations of ice are expected across much of northern
Michigan. Snow and sleet accumulations will be possible, mainly in
eastern upper Michigan. See the ongoing Winter Weather Advisories
for additional information.
There is a chance for severe thunderstorms this evening and tonight
in northern lower Michigan. Damaging wind gusts are the main
threat, though large hail, and very heavy rain are all possible.
Non zero tornado chances.
.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Friday through Wednesday.
Wintry precipitation is possible for parts of northern lower MI
and eastern upper on Saturday, and could result in light to
moderate accumulations of ice.
.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...
Spotter activation is not anticipated through this evening.
For more information visit http://weather.gov/gaylord.
$$
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Gaylord MI
836 AM EDT Thu Apr 2 2026
LHZ345>349-LMZ323-341-342-344>346-LSZ321-322-031245-
Straits of Mackinac within 5 nm of Mackinac Bridge including
Mackinac Island-St Ignace to False Detour Channel-
5NM East of Mackinac Bridge to Presque Isle Light MI including
Bois Blanc Island-
Presque Isle Light to Sturgeon Pt MI Including Thunder Bay
National Marine Sanctuary-Sturgeon Pt to Alabaster MI-
Grand Traverse Bay south of a line Grand Traverse Light to
Norwood MI-Seul Choix Point to 5NM West of Mackinac Bridge-
Norwood MI to 5NM West of Mackinac Bridge including Little
Traverse Bay-Sleeping Bear Point to Grand Traverse Light MI-
Point Betsie to Sleeping Bear Point MI-
Manistee to Point Betsie MI-
Whitefish Bay (U.S. Portion)/Whitefish Point to Point Iroquois MI-
St. Marys River Point Iroquois to E. Potagannissing Bay-
836 AM EDT Thu Apr 2 2026
This hazardous weather outlook is for the northern Michigan
nearshore waters of Lake Huron, Lake Michigan and Lake Superior.
.DAY ONE...Today and tonight.
Gale force winds are expected across parts of northern Lake Huron
and northern Lake Michigan today and tonight.
Strong to severe thunderstorms will be possible tonight on Lake
Michigan and Lake Huron. Damaging winds and large hail will be
possible with any severe storms.
.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Friday through Wednesday.
No hazardous weather is expected at this time.
.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...
Spotter activation is not anticipated through this evening.
For more information visit http://weather.gov/gaylord.
$$
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Milwaukee/Sullivan WI
604 AM CDT Thu Apr 2 2026
LMZ080-261-362-364-366-563-565-567-669-671-673-675-777-779-868-
870-872-874-876-878-031115-
Lake Michigan Michigan City IN to St. Joseph MI 5 NM offshore to
mid-line of lake.-
Lake Michigan from Seul Choix Point to Rock Island Passage 5NM
offshore to Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan South of a line from Seul Choix Point to the
Mackinac Bridge and North of a line from Charlevoix MI to South
Fox Island 5NM offshore-
Lake Michigan from Charlevoix to Point Betsie MI 5NM Offshore to
mid lake-
Lake Michigan from Point Betsie to Manistee MI 5NM offshore to
Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Rock Island Passage to Sturgeon Bay WI 5NM
offshore to mid lake-
Lake Michigan from Sturgeon Bay to Two Rivers WI 5NM offshore to
Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Two Rivers to Sheboygan WI 5NM offshore to Mid
Lake-
Lake Michigan from Sheboygan to Port Washington WI 5NM offshore
to Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Port Washington to North Point Light WI 5NM
offshore to Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from North Point Light to Wind Point WI 5NM
offshore to Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Wind Point WI to Winthrop Harbor IL 5NM
offshore to Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Winthrop Harbor to Wilmette Harbor IL 5NM
offshore to Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Wilmette Harbor to Michigan City in 5NM
offshore to Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Pentwater to Manistee MI 5NM offshore to Mid
Lake-
Lake Michigan from Whitehall to Pentwater MI 5NM offshore to Mid
Lake-
Lake Michigan from Grand Haven to Whitehall MI 5NM offshore to
Mid Lake-
Lake Michigan from Holland to Grand Haven MI 5NM offshore to Mid
Lake-
Lake Michigan from South Haven to Holland MI 5NM offshore to Mid
lake-
Lake Michigan from St Joseph to South Haven MI 5NM offshore to
Mid Lake-
604 AM CDT Thu Apr 2 2026
This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for the open waters of Lake
Michigan.
.DAY ONE...Today and Tonight
A Gale Warning is in effect through this evening for gusty
easterly winds becoming southerly.
A few strong to severe storms will be possible this afternoon and
evening, mainly over the southern two thirds of the lake.
.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Friday through Wednesday
Additional storm chances late Friday into early Saturday.
$$
www.weather.gov/mkx
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Milwaukee/Sullivan WI
604 AM CDT Thu Apr 2 2026
WIZ046-047-051-052-056>060-062>072-031115-
Marquette-Green Lake-Fond du Lac-Sheboygan-Sauk-Columbia-Dodge-
Washington-Ozaukee-Iowa-Dane-Jefferson-Waukesha-Milwaukee-
Lafayette-Green-Rock-Walworth-Racine-Kenosha-
604 AM CDT Thu Apr 2 2026
This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for portions of east central
Wisconsin, south central Wisconsin and southeast Wisconsin.
.DAY ONE...Today and Tonight
A Winter Weather Advisory remains in effect until 9 am CDT for
freezing rain north of I-94. Additional accumulations up one tenth
of an inch are possible.
Strong to severe storms are possible this this afternoon and
evening. All severe weather hazards will be possible.
.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Friday through Wednesday
Additional chances for strong thunderstorms late Friday into
early Saturday.
.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...
Spotter activation may be needed today.
$$
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Milwaukee/Sullivan WI
604 AM CDT Thu Apr 2 2026
LMZ643>646-031115-
Sheboygan to Port Washington WI-
Port Washington to North Point Light WI-
North Point Light to Wind Point WI-
Wind Point WI to Winthrop Harbor IL-
604 AM CDT Thu Apr 2 2026
This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for the nearshore waters from
Sheboygan Wisconsin to Winthrop Harbor Illinois.
.DAY ONE...Today and Tonight
A Small Craft Advisory continues into tonight for gusty winds and
high waves.
Thunderstorms are likely this afternoon into the evening and a
few may become strong to severe.
.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Friday through Wednesday
Winds may hit advisory levels again over the weekend.
Additional storm chances late Friday into early Saturday.
$$
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Grand Forks ND
600 AM CDT Thu Apr 2 2026
MNZ001>009-013>017-022>024-027>032-040-NDZ006>008-014>016-024-
026>030-038-039-049-052>054-031245-
West Polk-Norman-Clay-Kittson-Roseau-Lake Of The Woods-
West Marshall-East Marshall-North Beltrami-Pennington-Red Lake-
East Polk-North Clearwater-South Beltrami-Mahnomen-
South Clearwater-Hubbard-West Becker-East Becker-Wilkin-
West Otter Tail-East Otter Tail-Wadena-Grant-Towner-Cavalier-
Pembina-Benson-Ramsey-Eastern Walsh-Eddy-Nelson-Grand Forks-
Griggs-Steele-Traill-Barnes-Cass-Ransom-Sargent-Richland-
Western Walsh-
600 AM CDT Thu Apr 2 2026
This hazardous weather outlook is for portions of eastern North
Dakota, west central and northwest Minnesota.
.DAY ONE...TOday and Tonight
Active winter headlines are ongoing. See latest watches, warnings,
and advisories for more details.
.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Friday through Wednesday
Active winter headlines are ongoing. See latest watches, warnings,
and advisories for more details.
.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...
Reports of snow, ice, visibility, and poor road conditions will
be appreciated.
$$
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Riverton WY
453 AM MDT Thu Apr 2 2026
WYZ001>020-022>030-031500-
Yellowstone National Park-Absaroka Mountains-Cody Foothills-
North Bighorn Basin-Southwest Bighorn Basin-Southeast Bighorn Basin-
Owl Creek and Bridger Mountains-Bighorn Mountains West-
Bighorn Mountains Southeast-Northeast Johnson County-
Southeast Johnson County-Teton and Gros Ventre Mountains-
Jackson Hole-Wind River Mountains West-Wind River Mountains East-
Upper Wind River Basin-Wind River Basin-Lander Foothills-
Green Mountains and Rattlesnake Range-
Natrona County Lower Elevations-Casper Mountain-Star Valley-
Salt River and Wyoming Ranges-Upper Green River Basin Foothills-
Upper Green River Basin-South Lincoln County-
Rock Springs and Green River-Flaming Gorge-East Sweetwater County-
453 AM MDT Thu Apr 2 2026
...Winter Storm Warnings and Winter Weather Advisories in effect for
western Wyoming through Friday afternoon...
...Winter Storm Warning in effect for the Bighorns from this evening
through Friday afternoon...
This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for Western and Central Wyoming.
.DAY ONE...Today and tonight.
Moderate to heavy snowfall will be seen across most of the mountains.
Winter travel conditions are expected over passes. Lighter snow is
expected across western valleys today, moving to lower elevations
east of the Continental Divide tonight.
.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Friday through Wednesday.
Friday...Mountain snow continues, with light snow also across lower
elevations at times. Winter travel conditions are possible along
mountain passes, as well as the I-90 Corridor in northern Johnson
County.
.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...
Weather spotters are encouraged to report significant weather
conditions according to Standard Operating Procedures.
$$
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Wilmington OH
639 AM EDT Thu Apr 2 2026
This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for central Kansas, east central
Kansas, north central Kansas and northeast Kansas.
.DAY ONE...Today and tonight.
A few storms may develop across northern Kansas through noon Today
that could pose a brief hail and damaging wind risk. Overall severe
storm risk is low.
.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Friday through Wednesday.
Another round of strong to severe storms is possible on Friday
afternoon and early evening with large hail and damaging winds the
main hazards.
.SPOTTER MESSAGE
Weather spotters are encouraged to relay reports of hail, damaging
wind, tornadoes and flooding.
&&
More detailed information can be found at:
www.weather.gov/media/top/DssPacket.pdf
$$
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Grand Junction CO
412 AM MDT Thu Apr 2 2026
COZ001>014-017>023-UTZ022>025-027>029-031200-
Lower Yampa River Basin-Central Yampa River Basin-
Roan and Tavaputs Plateaus-Elkhead and Park Mountains-
Upper Yampa River Basin-Grand Valley-Debeque to Silt Corridor-
Central Colorado River Basin-Grand and Battlement Mesas-
Gore and Elk Mountains/Central Mountain Valleys-
Central Gunnison and Uncompahgre River Basin-
West Elk and Sawatch Mountains-Flat Tops-Upper Gunnison River Valley-
Uncompahgre Plateau and Dallas Divide-Northwest San Juan Mountains-
Southwest San Juan Mountains-Paradox Valley/Lower Dolores River-
Four Corners/Upper Dolores River-Animas River Basin-
San Juan River Basin-Southeast Utah-Eastern Uinta Mountains-
Eastern Uinta Basin-Tavaputs Plateau-Arches/Grand Flat-
La Sal and Abajo Mountains-Canyonlands/Natural Bridges-
412 AM MDT Thu Apr 2 2026
This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for northwest Colorado, southwest
Colorado, west central Colorado, east central Utah, northeast Utah
and southeast Utah.
.DAY ONE...Today and tonight.
A few showers and thunderstorms will be possible as the next system
moves through later today. Some accumulating snow is also possible
for the northern mountains, Flat Tops and central mountains tonight.
Wind advisories remain in effect for most valley locations as gusts
up to 45 mph are expected this afternoon. Finally, freeze watches
remain in effect Thursday night into Friday as colder temperatures
are expected to move in.
.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Friday through Wednesday.
Generally quite weather is expected though a few mountain showers
will be possible midweek.
.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...
Spotter activation is not expected at this time.
$$
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Tulsa OK
511 AM CDT Thu Apr 2 2026
This Outlook is for Northwest and West Central Arkansas as well as
much of Eastern Oklahoma.
.DAY ONE...Today and Tonight.
THUNDERSTORMS WITH DANGEROUS LIGHTNING.
RISK...Elevated.
AREA...Far eastern Oklahoma and Northwest Arkansas.
ONSET...Ongoing.
SIGNIFICANT WINDS.
RISK...Limited.
AREA...Eastern Oklahoma and Northwest Arkansas.
ONSET...Ongoing.
DISCUSSION...
Showers and isolated thunderstorms will continue eastward across
northwest Arkansas early this morning. Additional scattered thunderstorms
may develop this afternoon across far eastern Oklahoma and northwest
Arkansas. The afternoon storm development is uncertain and the
overall coverage is likely to remain low. Breezy conditions will
continue today with frequent gusts of 25 to 35 mph across much
of eastern Oklahoma and northwest Arkansas.
SPOTTER AND EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT ACTION STATEMENT...
Spotter Activation Not Expected.
.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Friday through Wednesday.
FRIDAY...Thunderstorm and Heavy Rain Potential.
SATURDAY through TUESDAY...No Hazards.
WEDNESDAY...High Fire Weather and High Wind Potential.
EXTENDED DISCUSSION...
Thunderstorms are expected to develop Friday afternoon and become
widespread Friday night through early Saturday as a cold front
sweeps across the region. Initial storms Friday afternoon and
evening will have a risk of severe weather with large hail and locally
damaging winds the primary hazards. The trend into Friday night will
be for heavy rainfall to become the primary concern. Cooler and
drier weather prevails for early next week.
National Weather Service Northern Indiana
610 AM EDT Thu Apr 2 2026
INZ005>009-012>015-017-018-020-022>027-032>034-103-104-116-203-204-
216-MIZ078>080-177-277-031015-
Elkhart-Lagrange-Steuben-Noble-De Kalb-Starke-Pulaski-Marshall-
Fulton IN-Whitley-Allen IN-White-Cass IN-Miami-Wabash-Huntington-
Wells-Adams-Grant-Blackford-Jay-Northern La Porte-
Eastern St. Joseph IN-Northern Kosciusko-Southern La Porte-
Western St. Joseph IN-Southern Kosciusko-Cass MI-St. Joseph MI-
Branch-Northern Berrien-Southern Berrien-
610 AM EDT Thu Apr 2 2026 /510 AM CDT Thu Apr 2 2026/
...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM EDT /10 AM CDT/ THIS MORNING
TO 8 PM EDT /7 PM CDT/ THIS EVENING...
This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for northern Indiana and
southwest Michigan.
.DAY ONE...Today and tonight.
Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to weather.gov on the
Internet for more information about the following hazards.
Wind Advisory.
Additional rain and storms today will worsen any ongoing flooding.
Scattered strong to severe storms will be possible tonight between
5-11 PM EDT mainly along and north of US 24. Damaging winds are the
main threat but isolated tornadoes cannot be ruled out.
.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Friday through Wednesday.
Additional rain and storms are possible Friday night into Saturday.
.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...
Spotter activation is not expected at this time.
$$
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Northern Indiana
610 AM EDT Thu Apr 2 2026
MIZ081-OHZ001-002-004-005-015-016-024-025-031015-
Hillsdale-Williams-Fulton OH-Defiance-Henry-Paulding-Putnam-Van Wert-
Allen OH-
610 AM EDT Thu Apr 2 2026
This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for southwest Michigan and
northwest Ohio.
.DAY ONE...Today and tonight.
Additional rain and storms today will worsen any ongoing flooding.
Scattered strong to severe storms will be possible tonight between
5-11 PM EDT mainly along and north of US 24. Damaging winds are the
main threat but isolated tornadoes cannot be ruled out.
.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Friday through Wednesday.
Additional rain and storms are possible Friday night into Saturday.
.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...
Spotter activation is not expected at this time.
$$
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Northern Indiana
610 AM EDT Thu Apr 2 2026
LMZ043-046-031015-
New Buffalo MI to St Joseph MI-Michigan City IN to New Buffalo MI-
610 AM EDT Thu Apr 2 2026
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM EDT THIS AFTERNOON...
...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 10 PM EDT THIS
EVENING...
This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for the nearshore waters of
southeastern Lake Michigan.
.DAY ONE...Today and tonight.
Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to weather.gov on the
Internet for more information about the following hazards.
Small Craft Advisory.
Gale Warning.
.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Friday through Wednesday.
Conditions hazardous to small craft are possible over the weekend.
$$
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Quad Cities IA IL
508 AM CDT Thu Apr 2 2026
IAZ040>042-051>054-063>068-076>078-087>089-098-099-ILZ001-002-007-
009-015>018-024>026-034-035-MOZ009-010-031015-
Buchanan-Delaware-Dubuque-Benton-Linn-Jones-Jackson-Iowa-Johnson-
Cedar-Clinton-Muscatine-Scott-Keokuk-Washington-Louisa-Jefferson-
Henry IA-Des Moines-Van Buren-Lee-Jo Daviess-Stephenson-Carroll-
Whiteside-Rock Island-Henry IL-Bureau-Putnam-Mercer-Henderson-
Warren-Hancock-McDonough-Scotland-Clark-
508 AM CDT Thu Apr 2 2026
This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for portions of north central
Illinois...northwest Illinois...west central Illinois...east
central Iowa...northeast Iowa...southeast Iowa and northeast
Missouri.
.DAY ONE...TODAY AND TONIGHT
An Enhanced risk, or level 3 of 5 risk, for severe weather covers
much of the Outlook area. The risk of severe storms is primarily
this afternoon into early evening. Large hail, damaging winds and
tornadoes are all possible. Locally heavy rainfall and some ponding
water is likely, especially in areas that see repeated activity.
Storms will be moving very fast at around 60 mph, which will
result in significantly less time to act. For this reason, it is
important to plan now where you will shelter in the event severe
weather strikes, and make sure you stay weather aware.
A Wind Advisory is in effect this afternoon for areas mainly south
of a line from Mount Carroll, Illinois to Washington, Iowa where
southerly winds will gust to around 45 mph.
.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...FRIDAY THROUGH WEDNESDAY
A Slight to Enhanced risk, or Level 2 and 3 out of 5 risk, for
severe weather covers much of the Outlook area on Friday. The
risk for severe storms is primarily Friday evening into the
early overnight hours of Saturday morning. Large hail, damaging
winds and tornadoes are all possible. Storms will also bring periods
of heavy rain and the potential for localized flooding.
.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...
Spotter activation will be needed this afternoon into early evening,
and again Friday evening.
$$
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Kansas City/Pleasant Hill MO
0508 AM CDT Thu Apr 02 2026
This hazardous weather outlook is for northwest...north central and
west central Missouri...as well as extreme eastern Kansas.
.DAY ONE...Through tonight.
Please go to https://weather.gov/media/eax/DssPacket.pdf for more information on
potential weather hazards.
.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Friday through Wednesday.
Please go to https://weather.gov/media/eax/DssPacket.pdf for more information on
potential weather hazards.
.KEY MESSAGES...
- Showers and storms continue into this morning, with locally
moderate to heavy rainfall possible.
- A few isolated storms may be possible this afternoon along the
passing cold front, with a conditional low end risk for a
strong storm or two.
- Very windy conditions are expected later this morning into
this afternoon, with southwesterly winds gusting up to 35 to
40 mph.
- Severe thunderstorms will be possible Friday afternoon into
Friday evening, with all severe hazards possible.
$$
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Denver/Boulder CO
400 AM MDT Thu Apr 2 2026
COZ030>051-031000-
Jackson County Below 9000 Feet-
West Jackson and West Grand Counties Above 9000 Feet-
Grand and Summit Counties Below 9000 Feet-
South and East Jackson/Larimer/North and Northeast Grand/
Northwest Boulder Counties Above 9000 Feet-
South and Southeast Grand/West Central and Southwest Boulder/
Gilpin/Clear Creek/Summit/North and West Park Counties Above
9000 Feet-Larimer and Boulder Counties Between 6000 and 9000 Feet-
Jefferson and West Douglas Counties Above 6000 Feet/Gilpin/Clear
Creek/Northeast Park Counties Below 9000 Feet-
Central and Southeast Park County-
Larimer County Below 6000 Feet/Northwest Weld County-
Boulder And Jefferson Counties Below 6000 Feet/West Broomfield
County-
North Douglas County Below 6000 Feet/Denver/West Adams and
Arapahoe Counties/East Broomfield County-
Elbert/Central and East Douglas Counties Above 6000 Feet-
Northeast Weld County-Central and South Weld County-Morgan County-
Central and East Adams and Arapahoe Counties-
North and Northeast Elbert County Below 6000 Feet/North Lincoln
County-
Southeast Elbert County Below 6000 Feet/South Lincoln County-
Logan County-Washington County-Sedgwick County-Phillips County-
400 AM MDT Thu Apr 2 2026
This hazardous weather outlook is for northeast and north central
Colorado.
.DAY ONE...Today and Tonight
Areas of fog early this morning from north Denver and northward
will reduce visibility to a quarter mile or less at times, before
burning off mid morning. Snow returns to the northern mountains
this afternoon and continues through tonight. Snowfall amounts of
3 to 7 inches are expected with slightly higher amounts possible
in the Rabbit Ears Pass area. A cold front will bring windy
conditions overnight to the foothills and I-25 corridor with gusts
up to 50 mph.
.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Friday through Wednesday
Widespread windy conditions, with gusts up to 55 mph in and near
the foothills, are expected on Friday. Across the plains, gusts up
to 45 mph will be possible. This will lead to elevated to locally
critical fire weather conditions.
.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...
Spotter activation will not be needed today or tonight. |
$$
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Rapid City SD
353 AM MDT Thu Apr 2 2026
SDZ026>032-041>044-046-047-049-072>077-WYZ054-055-058-059-031300-
Rapid City-Southern Foothills-Central Black Hills-
Southern Black Hills-Custer Co Plains-Pennington Co Plains-Haakon-
Western Fall River-Northern Oglala Lakota-Northern Jackson-
Bennett-Mellette-Todd-Tripp-Sturgis/Piedmont Foothills-
Southern Meade Co Plains-Hermosa Foothills-Eastern Fall River-
Southern Oglala Lakota-Southern Jackson-Northern Campbell-
Southern Campbell-Weston County Plains-Newcastle-
353 AM MDT Thu Apr 2 2026 /453 AM CDT Thu Apr 2 2026/
This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for portions of western South
Dakota and northeastern Wyoming.
.DAY ONE...Today and Tonight
Areas of fog will persist this morning.
.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Friday through Wednesday
Rain will mix with snow early Friday morning before
transitioning to all snow late Friday afternoon and evening.
.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...
Spotter activation will not be needed today.
&&
Stay tuned to NOAA weather radio for further updates...or check
our web site at weather.gov/rapidcity
$$
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Rapid City SD
353 AM MDT Thu Apr 2 2026
SDZ001-002-012>014-024-025-078-WYZ056-057-060-031300-
Harding-Northern Perkins-Butte-Northern Meade Co Plains-Ziebach-
Northern Black Hills-Northern Foothills-Southern Perkins-
Western Crook-Wyoming Black Hills-Northeastern Crook-
353 AM MDT Thu Apr 2 2026
This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for portions of western South
Dakota and northeastern Wyoming.
.DAY ONE...Today and Tonight
Fog will persist into the morning hours. Rain develops later this
afternoon, transitioning to snow late tonight into Friday. Please
see the latest WSWUNR for details.
.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Friday through Wednesday
Snow will persist through Saturday morning before tapering off.
.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...
Spotter activation will not be needed today.
&&
Stay tuned to NOAA weather radio for further updates...or check
our web site at weather.gov/rapidcity
$$
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Des Moines IA
447 AM CDT Thu Apr 2 2026
This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for portions of central Iowa.
.DAY ONE...Today and tonight
There is a Slight (level 2 of 5) Risk of severe storms in central
Iowa this afternoon. Large hail, damaging wind gusts, and
tornadoes are all possible, especially towards eastern Iowa.
Pockets of heavy rain could also lead to ponding and flooding.
.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Friday through Wednesday
There is an Enhanced (level 3 of 5) Risk of severe storms in
central and southern Iowa on Friday. Large hail, damaging wind
gusts, and tornadoes are all possible. Pockets of heavy rain
could also lead to ponding and flooding.
.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...
Spotter activation may be needed today and Friday.
$$
Hagenhoff
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Green Bay WI
434 AM CDT Thu Apr 2 2026
LMZ521-522-541>543-030945-
The Bay of Green Bay south of a line from Cedar River MI to Rock
Island Passage-Lake Michigan from Washington Island to Sheboygan-
434 AM CDT Thu Apr 2 2026
This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for portions of northwest Lake
Michigan and the waters of Green Bay.
.DAY ONE...Today and Tonight
Gusty east winds and high waves will create hazardous conditions
for small craft on the lake and bay. Gale force gusts are also
expected north of Sturgeon Bay.
There is potential for thunderstorms this evening.
.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Friday through Wednesday
Hazardous boating conditions are expected on the Bay and Lake through
Friday morning. Small Craft Advisories are in effect.
There is potential for thunderstorms Friday night into Saturday.
Hazardous conditions to small craft are also expected at times
from Friday night through Sunday.
$$
Kruk
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Green Bay WI
434 AM CDT Thu Apr 2 2026
This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for north-central and northeast
Wisconsin.
.DAY ONE...Today and Tonight
Significant ice accumulations are expected from central to
northern Wisconsin. Sleet and minor snow accumulations are also
expected across northern Wisconsin today. Freezing rain and icing
are also expected from the Fox Valley to the lakeshore this
morning. Power outages and broken tree limbs are also likely,
especially north and west of the Fox Valley, due to easterly
winds gusting to 30 to 40 mph. Hazardous travel is expected with
impacts to the morning commute, and evening commute across
northern Wisconsin.
Thunderstorms, some possibly strong to severe, are possible late
this afternoon and evening, mainly for east-central Wisconsin,
including the Fox Valley and lakeshore areas, from 6 pm to 10 pm.
If strong storms develop, damaging winds and hail will be the main
threats.
.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Friday through Wednesday
A system will bring a wintry mix to northern Wisconsin Friday
night into Saturday. Thunderstorms will also be possible with this
system. A Winter Storm Watch has been issued for this system
across northern Wisconsin.
.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...
Spotters are requested to report snow, sleet, and freezing rain
accumulations to the National Weather Service in Green Bay.
$$
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service La Crosse WI
432 AM CDT Thu Apr 2 2026
IAZ011-029-030-WIZ054-061-031345-
Allamakee-Fayette-Clayton-Crawford-Grant-
432 AM CDT Thu Apr 2 2026
This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for portions of northeast Iowa
and southwest Wisconsin.
.DAY ONE...Today and Tonight
Strong to severe storms will move through the region this
afternoon and evening bringing the risk for damaging wind gusts,
tornadoes, and large hail.
.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Friday through Wednesday
A secondary round of rainfall moves into the region Friday night
and into Saturday which may lead to some rises on area rivers.
.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...
Spotter reports will likely be needed as storms move through the
area on this afternoon and evening.
.EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT COORDINATION...
A partner webinar is scheduled for 1030 AM CDT.
$$
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service La Crosse WI
432 AM CDT Thu Apr 2 2026
WIZ017-029-034-031345-
Taylor-Clark-Jackson-
432 AM CDT Thu Apr 2 2026
This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for portions of central
Wisconsin...north central Wisconsin and west central Wisconsin.
.DAY ONE...Today and Tonight
Freezing rain continues through the morning with significant ice
accumulations expected. An Ice Storm Warning remain in effect
through the morning. Ice accumulations of a quarter of an inch or
greater may result in tree damage and power outages. This
morning`s commute will be impacted.
.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Friday through Wednesday
A secondary round of rainfall moves into the region Friday night
and into Saturday which may lead to some rises on area rivers.
.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...
Ice reports are appreciated.
.EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT COORDINATION...
A partner webinar is scheduled for 1030 AM CDT.
$$
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service La Crosse WI
432 AM CDT Thu Apr 2 2026
MNZ079-086>088-095-096-WIZ032-033-041>044-053-055-031345-
Wabasha-Dodge-Olmsted-Winona-Fillmore-Houston-Buffalo-Trempealeau-
La Crosse-Monroe-Juneau-Adams-Vernon-Richland-
432 AM CDT Thu Apr 2 2026
This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for portions of southeast
Minnesota...central Wisconsin...southwest Wisconsin and west
central Wisconsin.
.DAY ONE...Today and Tonight
Freezing rain comes to an end this morning with some slick spots
possible which may impact the morning commute.
Isolated strong to severe storms will be possible in Wisconsin
for areas south of Interstate 90 on this afternoon and evening.
.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Friday through Wednesday
A secondary round of rainfall moves into the region Friday night
and into Saturday which may lead to some rises on area rivers.
.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...
Ice reports are appreciated on this morning. Spotter reports may
be needed during the afternoon and evening as the potential for
severe storms increases south of Interstate 90.
.EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT COORDINATION...
A partner webinar is scheduled for 1030 AM CDT.
$$
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service La Crosse WI
432 AM CDT Thu Apr 2 2026
IAZ008>010-018-019-MNZ094-031345-
Mitchell-Howard-Winneshiek-Floyd-Chickasaw-Mower-
432 AM CDT Thu Apr 2 2026
This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for portions of north central
Iowa...northeast Iowa and southeast Minnesota.
.DAY ONE...Today and Tonight
A few strong to severe storms are possible in northeast Iowa this
afternoon.
.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Friday through Wednesday
A secondary round of rainfall moves into the region Friday night
and into Saturday which may lead to some rises on area rivers.
.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...
Spotter reports would be appreciated as thunderstorms move
through this afternoon.
.EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT COORDINATION...
A partner webinar is scheduled for 1030 AM CDT.
$$
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Duluth MN
420 AM CDT Thu Apr 2 2026
MNZ010>012-018>021-025-026-033>038-WIZ001>004-006>009-030930-
Koochiching-North St. Louis-Northern Cook/Northern Lake-
North Itasca-Central St. Louis-Southern Lake/North Shore-
Southern Cook/North Shore-North Cass-South Itasca-South Cass-
Crow Wing-Northern Aitkin-South Aitkin-Carlton/South St. Louis-
Pine-Douglas-Bayfield-Ashland-Iron-Burnett-Washburn-Sawyer-Price-
420 AM CDT Thu Apr 2 2026
This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for portions of northeast
Minnesota and northwest Wisconsin.
.DAY ONE...Today and Tonight
Snow and a wintry mix, including freezing rain, will expand across
the Northland from the south this morning. The wintry mix and
freezing rain will be most likely east of the I-35 corridor into
northwest Wisconsin. Precipitation ends from south to north late
this evening into tonight. Additional snow amounts through
tonight will range from 1 to 5 inches in northwest Wisconsin to 5
to 10 inches in north-central and northeast Minnesota, highest
along the North Shore. Ice amounts from a light glaze to around
0.25 inches are possible in northwest Wisconsin, highest in Price
County. Strong wind gusts up to 30-40 mph near Lake Superior could
lead to some blowing and drifting of snow as well as reduced
visibility. Winter Weather Advisories and Winter Storm Warnings
are in effect.
.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Friday through Wednesday
A second round of wet, heavy snow and mixed precipitation,
including freezing rain, is forecast for Friday afternoon through
Saturday night. The highest potential for at least one tenth of an
inch is from the I-35 corridor east into northwest Wisconsin.
Heavy, wet snow accumulations will be highest in north-central
Minnesota and along the North Shore. Travel impacts are likely
with this system leading into the Easter weekend. A Winter Storm
Watch has been issued.
.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...
Snow spotters are requested to report precipitation type, and
measurements of snow or ice accumulations to the National Weather
Service. Spotters and the public can also report precipitation
type with the free M-PING smartphone app.
$$
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Duluth MN
420 AM CDT Thu Apr 2 2026
LSZ121-140>148-150-030930-
Bayfield to Oak Point WI-Grand Portage to Grand Marais MN-
Grand Marais to Taconite Harbor MN-
Taconite Harbor to Silver Bay Harbor MN-
Silver Bay Harbor to Two Harbors MN-Two Harbors to Duluth MN-
Duluth MN to Port Wing WI-Port Wing to Sand Island WI-
Sand Island to Bayfield WI-Oak Point to Saxon Harbor WI-
Outer Apostle Islands Beyond 5 NM from Mainland-
420 AM CDT Thu Apr 2 2026
This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for portions of Lake Superior
and the Nearshore waters of western Lake Superior.
.DAY ONE...Today and Tonight
Strong northeast winds today into tonight with gale force gusts
for much of western Lake Superior. Gale Warnings having been
issued starting around midday today.
.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Friday through Wednesday
After a brief lull in winds early Friday, additional northeasterly
gale force gusts are likely to return for Friday evening into
Saturday morning.
$$
Rothstein
More information may be obtained at the following web address:
http://www.weather.gov/duluth
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Sioux Falls SD
415 AM CDT Thu Apr 2 2026
MNZ071-072-080-081-097-SDZ038>040-055-056-030915-
Lincoln-Lyon-Murray-Cottonwood-Pipestone-Beadle-Kingsbury-Brookings-
Lake-Moody-
415 AM CDT Thu Apr 2 2026
This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for southwest Minnesota and east
central South Dakota.
.DAY ONE...Today and tonight.
A late-winter system continues to move through the region this
morning bringing periods of rain, wet snowfall, and wintry mix.
Snowfall totals will be light, from a trace to a half an inch of wet
snow along and north of Highway 14.
Rainfall amounts will vary between 0.25"-0.50". In addition, a
combination of sleet and freezing rain will lead to icing
accumulations between 0.10" to 0.20" of an inch through late morning
mainly across east-central SD and southwestern MN.
.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Friday through Wednesday.
A second strong system will bring additional periods of rain,
accumulating snowfall, and wintry mix to the region from Friday into
Saturday.
While a couple inches of snow will be possible north of a Chamberlain
to Madison to Marshall, MN line; the main concern continues to be in
the potential for widespread icing north of I-90. Make sure to follow
your local forecast for updates.
.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...
Spotter activation is not expected at this time.
$$
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Sioux Falls SD
415 AM CDT Thu Apr 2 2026
IAZ001>003-012>014-020>022-031-032-MNZ089-090-098-NEZ013-014-SDZ050-
052>054-057>071-030915-
Lyon-Osceola-Dickinson-Sioux-O`Brien-Clay-Plymouth-Cherokee-
Buena Vista-Woodbury-Ida-Nobles-Jackson-Rock-Dixon-Dakota-Gregory-
Jerauld-Sanborn-Miner-Brule-Aurora-Davison-Hanson-McCook-Minnehaha-
Charles Mix-Douglas-Hutchinson-Turner-Lincoln-Bon Homme-Yankton-
Union-
415 AM CDT Thu Apr 2 2026
This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for northwest Iowa, west central
Iowa, southwest Minnesota, northeast Nebraska, central South
Dakota, east central South Dakota, south central South Dakota and
southeast South Dakota.
.DAY ONE...Today and tonight.
A late-winter system continues to move through the region this
morning bringing periods of rain, wet snowfall, and wintry mix.
Periods of light to moderate rain are expected this morning with
additional accumulations of a 0.50" to 0.75" expected with the
potential for upwards of an inch east of Highway-75
.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Friday through Wednesday.
A second strong system will bring additional periods of rain,
accumulating snowfall, and wintry mix to the region from Friday into
Saturday.
While a couple inches of snow will be possible north of a Chamberlain
to Madison to Marshall, MN line; the main concern continues to be in
the potential for widespread icing north of I-90. Make sure to follow
your local forecast for updates.
Could see a few isolated thunderstorms develop across northwestern IA
by Friday morning. A few stronger cells will be capable of producing
up to dime sized hail.
.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...
Spotter activation is not expected at this time.
$$
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Cleveland OH
502 AM EDT Thu Apr 2 2026
LEZ061-142>149-162>169-030915-
Ripley to Buffalo NY extending from 5NM off shoreline to US-
Canadian border-Maumee Bay to Reno Beach OH-
Reno Beach to The Islands OH-The Islands to Vermilion OH-
Vermilion to Avon Point OH-Avon Point to Willowick OH-
Willowick to Geneva-on-the Lake OH-Geneva-on-the-Lake to Conneaut OH-
Conneaut OH to Ripley NY-
Detroit River Lt. to Maumee Bay OH to Reno Beach OH beyond 5NM
offshoreline to US-Canadian border-
Reno Beach to The Islands OH beyond 5NM off shoreline to US-
Canadian border-
The Islands to Vermilion OH beyond 5 nm off shoreline to US-
Canadian border-
Vermilion to Avon Point OH beyond 5 nm off shoreline to US-
Canadian border-
Avon Point to Willowick OH beyond 5 nm off shoreline to US-
Canadian border-Willowick to Geneva-on-the-
Lake OH beyond 5NM off shoreline to US-Canadian border-Geneva-on-the-
Lake to Conneaut OH beyond 5 nm off shoreline to US-Canadian border-
Conneaut OH to Ripley NY beyond 5 nm off shoreline to US-
Canadian border-
502 AM EDT Thu Apr 2 2026
This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for Lake Erie.
.DAY ONE...Today and tonight.
Thunderstorms will approach Lake Erie from the west tonight. Any
storms that reach the lake may be accompanied by strong winds.
.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Friday through Wednesday.
A strong cold front will sweep through late Saturday and Saturday
night, with another round of showers and thunderstorms expected. Some
of these thunderstorms may produce locally strong winds.
.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...
Spotter activation is not expected at this time.
$$
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Cleveland OH
502 AM EDT Thu Apr 2 2026
This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for north central Ohio, northeast
Ohio, northwest Ohio and northwest Pennsylvania.
.DAY ONE...Today and tonight.
Area rivers continue to run high today, with some remaining above
flood stage. See active Flood Warnings for more specific details.
There is a chance for scattered thunderstorms late this afternoon and
this evening across Northeast OH and Northwest PA. There is a low
risk for isolated gusty winds or hail if these storms develop.
Thunderstorms ahead of a cold front will move into Northwest Ohio
this evening and tonight while weakening. There is a Marginal Risk
(level 1 of 5) for severe weather along and west of the I-75
corridor, with damaging winds the main concern.
.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Friday through Wednesday.
Scattered showers and thunderstorms are again likely Friday afternoon
through Friday night as a front stalls across the area. Locally heavy
rain may accompany some storms, along with a Marginal Risk (level 1
of 5) for damaging winds and hail. Storms Friday afternoon and night
will be most favored along and south of the stalled front.
A strong cold front will sweep through late Saturday and Saturday
night, with another round of showers and thunderstorms expected. Some
of these thunderstorms may produce locally damaging winds, with a
Marginal Risk (level 1 of 5) for severe weather again in place.
.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...
Weather spotters are encouraged to report significant weather
conditions according to Standard Operating Procedures. Please relay
any information about observed severe weather to the NWS.
$$
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Cheyenne WY
302 AM MDT Thu Apr 2 2026
NEZ002-003-019>021-054-055-095-096-WYZ101>119-030915-
Dawes County-Box Butte County-Scotts Bluff County-Banner County-
Morrill County-Kimball County-Cheyenne County-
Northern Sioux County-Southern Sioux County-
Converse County Lower Elevations-Niobrara County-
North Laramie Range-Ferris/Seminoe/Shirley Mountains-
Shirley Basin-Central Laramie Range and Southwest Platte County-
East Platte County-Goshen County-Central Carbon County-
North Snowy Range Foothills-Southwest Carbon County-
Sierra Madre Range-Upper North Platte River Basin-Snowy Range-
Laramie Valley-South Laramie Range-South Laramie Range Foothills-
Central Laramie County-East Laramie County-
302 AM MDT Thu Apr 2 2026
This hazardous weather outlook is for portions of panhandle
Nebraska...east central Wyoming...south central Wyoming and
southeast Wyoming.
.DAY ONE...TODAY AND TONIGHT
Cooler, wetter weather will continue today and Friday as widespread
precipitation chances continue this afternoon. A strong cold
front moves through late tonight into the early morning hours
Friday, resulting in high winds across portions of southeast
Wyoming.
.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...FRIDAY THROUGH WEDNESDAY
Warmer, drier weather returns this weekend, with fire concerns increasing
for the start of the week.
.Spotter information statement...
Spotter activation will not be needed.
$$
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Chicago/Romeoville IL
355 AM CDT Thu Apr 2 2026
ILZ003>006-008-010>013-019>021-023-032-033-039-103>108-INZ001-002-
010-011-019-030900-
Winnebago-Boone-McHenry-Lake IL-Ogle-Lee-De Kalb-Kane-DuPage-
La Salle-Kendall-Grundy-Kankakee-Livingston-Iroquois-Ford-
Northern Cook-Central Cook-Southern Cook-Northern Will-
Southern Will-Eastern Will-Lake IN-Porter-Newton-Jasper-Benton-
355 AM CDT Thu Apr 2 2026 /455 AM EDT Thu Apr 2 2026/
This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for portions of north central
Illinois...northeast Illinois and northwest Indiana.
.DAY ONE...Today and Tonight.
Weather hazards expected...
Limited Thunderstorm Risk...with an associated:
Level 3 of 5 Tornado Risk.
Level 3 of 5 Damaging Wind Risk...up to 70 mph.
Level 2 of 5 Large Hail Risk...up to Quarter size.
Limited Flooding Risk.
Elevated Non Thunderstorm Wind Risk.
DISCUSSION...
Waves of showers and thunderstorms are expected today. The storms
this afternoon into this evening may become severe. Damaging winds
in excess of 70 mph, and possible tornadoes will be the primary
severe threats. The greatest threat of tornadoes later today will
be across northwestern IL, generally from near I-39 and west.
Locally heavy rainfall will accompany the storms today, and this
may result in some instances of flooding, particularly in low
lying areas.
Gusty southerly winds up to 45 to 50 mph are expected outside of
thunderstorms this afternoon into early this evening.
.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Friday through Wednesday.
Friday...
Limited Flooding Risk.
Elevated Thunderstorm Risk...with an associated:
Level 1 of 5 Severe Thunderstorm Risk.
Saturday Morning...
Limited Flooding Risk.
Limited Thunderstorm Risk.
DISCUSSION...
Additional waves of showers and storms are possible Friday
afternoon into Saturday morning. A few storms may be severe.
.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...
Spotters will likely be needed This afternoon and evening.
GENERAL STORM MOTION OF THE DAY:
Moving toward the northeast 45 at 55 mph
$$
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Chicago/Romeoville IL
355 AM CDT Thu Apr 2 2026
LMZ740>745-030900-
Winthrop Harbor to Wilmette Harbor IL-
Wilmette Harbor to Northerly Island IL-
Northerly Island to Calumet Harbor IL-
Calumet Harbor IL to Gary IN-Gary to Burns Harbor IN-
Burns Harbor to Michigan City IN-
355 AM CDT Thu Apr 2 2026
This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for portions of the Illinois
nearshore waters of Lake Michigan and the Indiana nearshore
waters of Lake Michigan.
.DAY ONE...Today and Tonight.
Weather hazards expected...
Gale force winds and or very hazardous waves.
Limited Thunderstorm Risk...with an associated:
Thunderstorm Waterspout Risk.
Level 3 of 5 Thunderstorm Wind Gust Risk...up to 55 kt.
Level 1 of 5 Hail Risk...up to quarter size.
.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Friday through Wednesday.
Friday and Saturday...
Hazardous conditions for small craft are likely.
Limited Thunderstorm Risk.
Sunday through Wednesday...
Hazardous conditions for small craft are likely.
$$
KJB
Visit us at www.weather.gov/chicago
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service St Louis MO
349 AM CDT Thu Apr 2 2026
ILZ058>060-064-065-069-070-074-079-095>102-MOZ018-019-026-027-
034>036-041-042-047>052-059>065-072>075-084-085-099-030900-
Greene IL-Macoupin IL-Montgomery IL-Bond IL-Fayette IL-Clinton IL-
Marion IL-Washington IL-Randolph IL-Adams IL-Brown IL-Pike IL-
Calhoun IL-Jersey IL-Madison IL-Saint Clair IL-Monroe IL-Knox MO-
Lewis MO-Shelby MO-Marion MO-Monroe MO-Ralls MO-Pike MO-Boone MO-
Audrain MO-Moniteau MO-Cole MO-Osage MO-Callaway MO-Montgomery MO-
Lincoln MO-Gasconade MO-Warren MO-Saint Charles MO-Franklin MO-
Saint Louis MO-Saint Louis City MO-Jefferson MO-Crawford MO-
Washington MO-Saint Francois MO-Sainte Genevieve MO-Iron MO-
Madison MO-Reynolds MO-
349 AM CDT Thu Apr 2 2026
This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for portions of eastern and
central Missouri as well as west central and southwest Illinois.
.DAY ONE...Today and tonight.
There is the potential for severe weather in northeast Missouri and
west central Illinois this afternoon through early evening. All
hazards are possible.
Heavy rainfall is possible across parts of central and northeast
Missouri where a Flood Watch is in effect.
.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Friday through Wednesday.
There is a chance of severe thunderstorms Friday evening. Damaging
winds and tornadoes will be possible.
There is a chance of thunderstorms on Saturday.
.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...
Spotter activation is not expected at this time.
$$
Jaja
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Lincoln IL
344 AM CDT Thu Apr 2 2026
This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for central Illinois, east
central Illinois, southeast Illinois and west central Illinois.
.DAY ONE...Today and tonight.
Strong south winds with gusts 40 to 50 mph are expected from late
this morning into early evening. This could cause difficult driving
conditions for high profile vehicles, especially on east-west
oriented roadways.
Scattered to numerous severe thunderstorms are expected this
afternoon and evening. The highest threat will be north of a
Rushville to Lincoln line, with all severe hazards possible.
.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Friday through Wednesday.
Another round of severe storms is forecast Friday night into the
overnight hours, with all hazards possible.
.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...
Spotter activation may be needed this afternoon and evening.
$$
NMA
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Raleigh NC
444 AM EDT Thu Apr 2 2026
...INCREASED FIRE DANGER IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM EDT THIS MORNING
THROUGH THIS EVENING...
This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for central North Carolina.
.DAY ONE...Today and tonight.
Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to weather.gov on the
Internet for more information about the following hazards.
INCREASED FIRE DANGER.
Continued unseasonably warm temperatures and very dry fuels will
result in an increased fire danger today. Any fires will start
easily and may spread rapidly. A burn ban remains in effect for all
of North Carolina.
.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Friday through Wednesday.
Hazardous weather is not expected at this time.
.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...
Spotter activation is not expected at this time.
$$
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Springfield MO
344 AM CDT Thu Apr 2 2026
KSZ073-097-101-MOZ055>058-066>071-077>083-088>098-101>106-030845-
Bourbon-Crawford-Cherokee-Benton-Morgan-Miller-Maries-Vernon-
St. Clair-Hickory-Camden-Pulaski-Phelps-Barton-Cedar-Polk-Dallas-
Laclede-Texas-Dent-Jasper-Dade-Greene-Webster-Wright-Newton-
Lawrence-Christian-Douglas-Howell-Shannon-McDonald-Barry-Stone-
Taney-Ozark-Oregon-
344 AM CDT Thu Apr 2 2026
This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for portions of the Missouri
Ozarks and extreme southeast Kansas.
Showers and thunderstorms will continue to move east across the
area this morning. Lightning and locally heavy rainfall will be
the main risk with the morning storms. A localized flooding risk
will occur north of Highway 54, where a heavy rainfall corridor
occurred Wednesday evening into this morning.
Gusty south to southwesterly winds will develop by mid morning and
continue through the afternoon hours. Wind gusts of 35 to 45 mph
will occur at times today.
Isolated strong to severe storms will be possible if storms can
develop this afternoon and evening east of Highway 65. There are
questions on if storms can redevelop and if so the coverage.
.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Friday through Wednesday.
Southerly wind gusts of 30 to 40 mph will occur again on Friday.
Another system will move through the region Friday evening and
night, bringing a line of thunderstorms to the area. There is a
slight risk for severe storms Friday evening and night.
Cold temperatures could promote frost development Sunday and
Monday mornings if winds stay light.
.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...
Spotter activation will not be needed through tonight.
&&
More detailed information can be accessed at:
http://www.weather.gov/sgf/dsspacket
This product in graphical format...along with other weather...
hydrological and climate information...at
http://www.weather.gov/sgf
$$
Wise
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN
331 AM CDT Thu Apr 2 2026
This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for portions of central
Minnesota...east central Minnesota...south central Minnesota...
southeast Minnesota...southwest Minnesota...northwest Wisconsin
and west central Wisconsin.
.DAY ONE...Today and Tonight.
A wintry mix of snow, sleet, rain, and freezing continues through
this morning. Ice accumulations up to a quarter of an inch along
with snow & sleet accumulations of an inch or two. Highest ice
accumulations expected in western Wisconsin.
.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Friday through Wednesday.
Scattered thunderstorms are expected Friday evening with the
strongest storms containing small hail.
Light snow is possible Saturday.
.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...
SKYWARN spotter activation will not be needed.
$$
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN
331 AM CDT Thu Apr 2 2026
MNZ041>045-047>052-054>059-064-030845-
Douglas-Todd-Morrison-Mille Lacs-Kanabec-Stevens-Pope-Stearns-
Benton-Sherburne-Isanti-Lac Qui Parle-Swift-Chippewa-Kandiyohi-
Meeker-Wright-Yellow Medicine-
331 AM CDT Thu Apr 2 2026
This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for portions of central
Minnesota...east central Minnesota and west central Minnesota.
.DAY ONE...Today and Tonight.
Accumulating snow of 2-5 inches through this afternoon. Some
freezing rain & sleet may mix in at times.
.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Friday through Wednesday.
Another round of accumulating snow is likely Saturday across
central Minnesota.
.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...
SKYWARN spotter activation will not be needed.
$$
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Paducah KY
322 AM CDT Thu Apr 2 2026
This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for portions of southern
Illinois, southwest Indiana, western Kentucky, and southeast
Missouri.
.DAY ONE...Today and Tonight
A Wind Advisory is in effect for much of the region from late
this morning through sunset. South winds gusting in excess of 40
mph are expected.
Scattered thunderstorms are expected this afternoon and tonight.
The primary focus will be over southeast Missouri and southern
Illinois late this afternoon and this evening. A few severe storms
with tornadoes, damaging winds, and large hail are possible in
those areas.
.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Friday through Wednesday
A chance of thunderstorms is forecast for the entire region Friday
and Friday night. A severe storm cannot be completely ruled out to
the northwest of the Ohio River. Large hail and damaging winds
would be the primary concerns.
A band of showers and thunderstorms will develop across southeast
Missouri and southern Illinois late Friday night and then move
southeast across the rest of the Quad State Saturday. 1-2" of
rainfall will be possible.
.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...
Spotter activation may be needed over southeast Missouri and
southern Illinois this afternoon and evening.
$$
DRS
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Indianapolis IN
416 AM EDT Thu Apr 2 2026
This hazardous weather outlook is for central Indiana.
.DAY ONE...Today and Tonight.
Winds will gust as high as 45 to 50 MPH this afternoon across central
Indiana.
A few strong to severe storms will be possible late today into this
evening. All hazards will be possible, though damaging winds will be
the primary threat.
.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Friday through Wednesday.
Thunderstorms will remain possible at times through Saturday. A
threat for severe storms will exist each day through Saturday.
Additionally, heavy rainfall will be possible at times, which may
produce localized flash flooding as well as renewed flooding on area
rivers.
Non-thunderstorm wind gusts to 45 MPH will be possible again on
Saturday.
.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...
Spotters may be needed at times today, Friday, and Saturday.
&&
More information, along with other weather, hydrological and climate
information can be found at http://weather.gov/ind
$$
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Aberdeen SD
315 AM CDT Thu Apr 2 2026
MNZ039-046-SDZ003>011-015>023-033>037-045-048-051-030815-
Traverse-Big Stone-Corson-Campbell-McPherson-Brown-Marshall-Roberts-
Walworth-Edmunds-Day-Dewey-Potter-Faulk-Spink-Clark-Codington-Grant-
Hamlin-Deuel-Stanley-Sully-Hughes-Hyde-Hand-Jones-Lyman-Buffalo-
315 AM CDT Thu Apr 2 2026 /215 AM MDT Thu Apr 2 2026/
This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for west central Minnesota,
central South Dakota, north central South Dakota and northeast
South Dakota.
.DAY ONE...Today and tonight.
Fog is possible through the morning as snow continues mainly along
and east of the Missouri River. Snow will diminish southwest to
northeast across the region later on this morning through late this
afternoon. Additional snow accumulations of 1 to 4 inches expected
mainly over the James Valley and eastward through west central MN.
Light icing, up to a tenth of an inch, remains possible over portions
of east central SD.
.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Friday through Wednesday.
Increasing confidence on a more potent system affecting the region
Friday and Saturday. Snow amounts in excess of 6 inches is possible
over the northern portions of SD. Confidence is also increasing on the
freezing rain potential where icing amounts between a tenth to
potentially a quarter of an inch is possible, with the highest
amounts over portions of central through east central SD.
.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...
Spotter activation is not expected at this time.
$$
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Omaha/Valley NE
309 AM CDT Thu Apr 2 2026
This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for southwest Iowa, west central
Iowa, east central Nebraska, northeast Nebraska and southeast
Nebraska.
.DAY ONE...Today and tonight.
Widespread rain continues this morning with embedded thunderstorms.
A few storms may produce hail up to the size of quarters in
southeast Nebraska and southwest Iowa, mainly after 3 AM.
Thunderstorms may develop and move across southeast Nebraska and
southwest Iowa between 10 AM and 2 PM today. If these storms
develop, they may become severe with hail and gusty winds being the
main hazards. A brief, isolated tornado cannot be ruled out.
.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Friday through Wednesday.
Additional thunderstorm chances (60 to 80 percent) return on
Friday. A few storms could be strong to severe, with the best
chance in far eastern Nebraska and western Iowa.
.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...
Spotter activation is not expected at this time.
$$
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Detroit/Pontiac MI
355 AM EDT Thu Apr 2 2026
MIZ047>049-053>055-060>063-068>070-075-076-082-083-030800-
Midland-Bay-Huron-Saginaw-Tuscola-Sanilac-Shiawassee-Genesee-Lapeer-
St. Clair-Livingston-Oakland-Macomb-Washtenaw-Wayne-Lenawee-Monroe-
355 AM EDT Thu Apr 2 2026
This hazardous weather outlook is for southeast Michigan.
.DAY ONE...Today and Tonight
A couple strong to severe thunderstorms are possible this evening.
Best chances are west of US-23 with gradually lessening potential
further east they go. Storm motion east-northeast at 50mph.
Damaging wind gusts would be the primary hazard including a chance
for a few gusts to be near 70mph. Low chance for an isolated tornado
west of US-23 on the lead edge of storms before environment becomes
unfavorable.
.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Friday through Wednesday
Thunderstorms are likely Saturday evening as another low drags a cold
front across the state.
.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...
Spotter activation will not be needed today and tonight.
$$
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Detroit/Pontiac MI
355 AM EDT Thu Apr 2 2026
LCZ460-LEZ444-LHZ361>363-421-422-441>443-462>464-030800-
Lake St Clair-
Michigan Waters of Lake Erie from Detroit River to North Cape MI-
Lake Huron from 5NM east of Mackinac Bridge to Presque Isle Lt
beyond 5 NM off shore-
Lake Huron from Presque Isle Light to Sturgeon Point MI beyond 5NM
off shore-
Lake Huron from Sturgeon Point to Alabaster MI beyond 5NM off shore-
Outer Saginaw Bay SW of Alabaster to Port Austin MI to Inner Saginaw
Bay-Inner Saginaw Bay SW of Point Au Gres to Bay Port MI-
Port Austin to Harbor Beach MI-Harbor Beach to Port Sanilac MI-
Port Sanilac to Port Huron MI-
Lake Huron from Port Austin to Harbor Beach beyond 5NM Off Shore-
Lake Huron from Harbor Beach to Port Sanilac beyond 5NM Off Shore-
Lake Huron from Port Sanilac to Port Huron beyond 5NM Off Shore-
355 AM EDT Thu Apr 2 2026
This hazardous weather outlook is for portions of Lake Erie, Lake
Huron and Lake St Clair.
.DAY ONE...Today and Tonight
Small Craft Advisories are in effect through tonight around the Thumb
and Saginaw Bay. See latest marine forecast for more information.
A few strong to severe thunderstorms are possible this evening. Storm
motion east-northeast at 40kts. Wind gusts in excess of 34kts are
the primary hazard.
.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Friday through Wednesday
Small Craft Advisories are in effect through Friday afternoon around
the Thumb and Saginaw Bay. See latest marine forecast for more information.
.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...
Spotter activation will not be needed today and tonight.
$$
You can obtain your latest National Weather Service forecasts online
at www.weather.gov/detroit.
KDK
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Jackson KY
345 AM EDT Thu Apr 2 2026
This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for a portion of eastern Kentucky.
.DAY ONE...Today and tonight.
The is a small chance for thunderstorms this afternoon.
.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Friday through Wednesday.
Thunderstorms are possible at times from Friday through Saturday
night, mainly during the afternoon hours.
.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...
Spotter activation is not expected at this time.
$$
GREIF/GINNICK
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Pittsburgh PA
334 AM EDT Thu Apr 2 2026
OHZ039>041-048>050-057>059-068-069-PAZ007>009-013>016-020>022-029-
031-073>078-WVZ001>004-012-021-509>514-030745-
Tuscarawas-Carroll-Columbiana-Coshocton-Harrison-Jefferson OH-
Muskingum-Guernsey-Belmont-Noble-Monroe-Mercer-Venango-Forest-
Lawrence-Butler-Clarion-Jefferson PA-Beaver-Allegheny-Armstrong-
Washington-Greene-Westmoreland-Higher Elevations of Westmoreland-
Fayette-Higher Elevations of Fayette-Indiana-
Higher Elevations of Indiana-Hancock-Brooke-Ohio-Marshall-Wetzel-
Marion-Monongalia-
Ridges of Eastern Monongalia and Northwestern Preston-Preston-
Eastern Preston-Western Tucker-Eastern Tucker-
334 AM EDT Thu Apr 2 2026
This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for east central Ohio, western
Pennsylvania, and northern West Virginia.
.DAY ONE...Today and tonight.
There is a low probability for widespread hazardous weather.
.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Friday through Wednesday.
There is a Marginal Risk, or level 1 out of 5, for severe
thunderstorms for much of the area Friday afternoon and early
evening, and again Saturday afternoon and evening. Damaging wind and
large hail are expected to be the primary hazards.
.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...
Weather spotters are encouraged to report significant weather
conditions according to Standard Operating Procedures.
$$
WM
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Lubbock TX
217 AM CDT Thu Apr 2 2026
This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for the South Plains, Rolling
Plains, and the far Southern Texas Panhandle.
.DAY ONE...Today and tonight.
Elevated fire weather is expected today on the Caprock. A Rangeland
Fire Danger Statement is in effect from noon until 8 PM CDT.
.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Friday through Wednesday.
Elevated fire weather is likely Friday, mainly on the Caprock.
Strong and severe thunderstorms will be possible Friday afternoon
and overnight, mainly off the Caprock.
Additional shower and thunderstorms are possible Monday and Tuesday.
.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...
Spotter activation is not expected at this time.
$$
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Marquette MI
313 AM EDT Thu Apr 2 2026
LMZ221-248-250-030715-
Green Bay North of line from Cedar River MI to Rock Island
Passage-Seul Choix Point to Point Detour MI-
5NM East of a line from Fairport MI to Rock Island Passage-
313 AM EDT Thu Apr 2 2026
This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for portions of Northern Lake
Michigan.
.DAY ONE...Today and Tonight
East gales up to 35 knots are expected today. See the latest
Nearshore Zone Forecast and Marine Weather Message for additional
details.
.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Friday through Wednesday
There is up to a 20% chance for east gales up to 34 knots late Friday
night into Saturday morning. See the latest Nearshore Zone
Forecast for additional details.
.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...
The need for weather spotter reports is not anticipated at this
time.
$$
TAP
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Marquette MI
313 AM EDT Thu Apr 2 2026
This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for portions of central Upper
Michigan and western Upper Michigan.
.DAY ONE...Today and Tonight
A system arriving today will bring snow, sleet, and freezing rain
through early Friday morning, as well northeast to easterly winds
up to 35 to 40 mph. Moderate to potentially major impacts are
anticipated, including hazardous travel, power outages, and tree
damage. For more information, see the latest Winter Weather
Message and Area Forecast Discussion.
.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Friday through Wednesday
A second system moves through the area Friday night and Saturday,
bringing another round of mixed precipitation. Similar impacts
are possible. See the latest Winter Weather Message and Area
Forecast Discussion for additional details.
Some minor lakeshore flooding and beach erosion is possible along
the shoreline of Alger and Luce counties on Sunday.
.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...
Spotters are encouraged to submit snowfall and ice reports to the
National Weather Service via phone, on our website, or through
social media.
$$
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Marquette MI
313 AM EDT Thu Apr 2 2026
LSZ162-240>251-263>267-030715-
Lake Superior west of a line from Saxon Harbor WI to Grand
Portage MN beyond 5NM-Saxon Harbor WI to Black River MI-
Black River to Ontonagon MI-
Ontonagon to Upper Entrance of Portage Canal MI-
Upper Entrance of Portage Canal to Eagle River MI-
Eagle River to Manitou Island MI-
Manitou Island to Point Isabelle MI-
Point Isabelle to Lower Entrance of Portage Canal MI-
Lower Entrance of Portage Canal To Huron Islands MI Including
Keweenaw and Huron Bays-Huron Islands to Marquette MI-
Marquette to Munising MI-Munising to Grand Marais MI-
Grand Marais to Whitefish Point MI-
Lake Superior from Saxon Harbor WI to Upper Entrance to Portage
Canal MI 5NM off shore to the US/Canadian border including Isle
Royale National Park-
Lake Superior from Upper Entrance to Portage Canal to Manitou
Island MI 5NM off shore to the US/Canadian Border-
Lake Superior West of Line from Manitou Island to Marquette MI
Beyond 5NM from shore-
Lake Superior East of a line from Manitou Island to Marquette MI
and West of a line from Grand Marais MI to the US/Canadian Border
Beyond 5NM from shore-
Lake Superior from Grand Marais MI to Whitefish Point MI 5NM off
shore to the US/Canadian border-
313 AM EDT Thu Apr 2 2026 /213 AM CDT Thu Apr 2 2026/
This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for portions of Central Lake
Superior...Eastern Lake Superior and Western Lake Superior.
.DAY ONE...Today and Tonight
Northeast to east gales as of 35 to 40 knots are expected over
Lake Superior early this afternoon into this evening. See the
latest Marine Discussion, Marine Weather Message, and Open Lake
Forecast for additional details.
.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Friday through Wednesday
There is over a 40% chance for northeast to easterly gales over
Lake Superior on Friday night into Saturday morning. There is
also over a 50% chance for gales over Lake Superior Saturday night
into Sunday morning. See the latest Marine Discussion and Open
Lake Forecast for additional details.
.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...
The need for weather spotter reports is not anticipated at this
time.
$$
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Pueblo CO
106 AM MDT Thu Apr 2 2026
COZ058>089-093>099-030715-
Western Mosquito Range/East Lake County Above 11000 Feet-
Leadville Vicinity/Lake County Below 11000 Feet-
Eastern Sawatch Mountains Above 11000 Feet-
Western Chaffee County Between 9000 and 11000 Feet-
Central Chaffee County Below 9000 Feet-
Western Mosquito Range/East Chaffee County Above 9000 Feet-
Saguache County West of Continental Divide Below 10000 Feet-
Saguache County East of Continental Divide Below 10000 Feet-
La Garita Mountains Above 10000 Feet-
Upper Rio Grande Valley/Eastern San Juan Mountains Below
10000 Feet-Eastern San Juan Mountains Above 10000 Feet-
Del Norte Vicinity/Northern San Luis Valley Below 8500 Feet-
Alamosa Vicinity/Central San Luis Valley Below 8500 Feet-
Southern San Luis Valley-
Northern Sangre de Cristo Mountains Between 8500 And 11000 Feet-
Northern Sangre de Cristo Mountains Above 11000 Feet-
Southern Sangre de Cristo Mountains Between 7500 and 11000 Feet-
Southern Sangre de Cristo Mountains Above 11000 Feet-
Northwestern Fremont County Above 8500 Feet-
Western/Central Fremont County Below 8500 Feet-
Wet Mountain Valley Below 8500 Feet-
Wet Mountains between 6300 and 10000 Feet-
Wet Mountains Above 10000 Feet-
Teller County/Rampart Range Above 7500 Feet/Pikes Peak Between
7500 And 11000 Feet-Pikes Peak Above 11000 Feet-
Canon City Vicinity/Eastern Fremont County-
Northern El Paso County/Monument Ridge/Rampart Range Below
7500 Feet-
Colorado Springs Vicinity/Southern El Paso County/Rampart Range
Below 7400 Feet-Pueblo Vicinity/Pueblo County Below 6300 Feet-
Walsenburg Vicinity/Upper Huerfano River Basin Below 7500 Feet-
Trinidad Vicinity/Western Las Animas County Below 7500 Feet-
Crowley County-La Junta Vicinity/Otero County-
Eastern Las Animas County-Western Kiowa County-
Eastern Kiowa County-Las Animas Vicinity/Bent County-
Lamar Vicinity/Prowers County-Springfield Vicinity/Baca County-
106 AM MDT Thu Apr 2 2026
This hazardous weather outlook is for portions of central...east
central...south central and southeast Colorado.
.DAY ONE...Today and Tonight
High fire danger is expected across all of our eastern plains
along and east of I-25 today. Please avoid activities that could
start a wildfire!
Snow chances return to the central mountains later this evening,
with blowing snow and poor visibility through the overnight and
early morning hours of Friday. Degraded travel conditions in 50
mph winds and blowing snow will be possible, especially over
mountain passes!
.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Friday through Wednesday
Critical fire weather conditions are possible again on Friday,
mainly for the San Luis Valley and for portions of the I-25
corridor. Please use caution and avoid activities that could start
a wildfire!
Off and on rain and snow chances are possible Sunday night through
Wednesday, though accumulations with each passing system look to
be light at this time. Increased chances for rain and snow arrive
possibly through the second half of the week.
.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...
Weather conditions that meet reporting criteria for spotters will
be possible over portions of the region.
$$
EHR/EHR
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Louisville KY
257 AM EDT Thu Apr 2 2026
INZ076>079-083-084-089>092-KYZ023>043-045>049-053>057-061>067-
070>078-081-082-030700-
Orange-Washington IN-Scott IN-Jefferson IN-Dubois-Crawford-Perry-
Harrison IN-Floyd-Clark IN-Hancock-Breckinridge-Meade-Ohio-Grayson-
Hardin-Bullitt-Jefferson-Oldham-Trimble-Henry-Shelby-Franklin-
Scott KY-Harrison KY-Spencer-Anderson-Woodford-Fayette-Bourbon-
Nicholas-Nelson-Washington KY-Mercer-Jessamine-Clark KY-Larue-Marion-
Boyle-Garrard-Madison-Butler-Edmonson-Hart-Green-Taylor-Casey-
Lincoln-Logan-Warren-Simpson-Allen-Barren-Monroe-Metcalfe-Adair-
Russell-Cumberland-Clinton-
257 AM EDT Thu Apr 2 2026 /157 AM CDT Thu Apr 2 2026/
This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for portions of southern Indiana
and central Kentucky.
.DAY ONE...Today and tonight.
Gusty southwest to northeast winds are expected this afternoon
between 25 to 35 mph. A few gusts up around 40 mph will be possible
along and west of I-65.
A few strong storms are possible along and west of I-65 later this
evening into tonight.
.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Friday through Wednesday.
Showers and storms are expected Friday, and again Saturday ahead of a
cold front.
.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...
Spotter activation is not expected at this time.
&&
More information, along with other weather, hydrological and
climate information can be found, at weather.gov/louisville.
$$
BJS
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Burlington VT
222 AM EDT Thu Apr 2 2026
