These graphics hit the highlights of our severe thunderstorm/fire weather/strong wind concerns for MONDAY-MON NIGHT, although some concern extends into Tues daytime as well. For our FULL PDF BRIEFING please visit: weather.gov/media/gid/DssP… #NEwx #KSwx

Much of the NWS Hastings forecast area is now included in the Enhanced Risk for Monday-Monday Night...driven by the concern for large hail. #newx #kswx

It's a dry end to the weekend, with increasing storm chances for the early work-week, especially Monday evening-overnight (some could be strong-severe). Expect gusty S winds Monday, NW winds Tuesday. Enjoy the 80s today/Monday, 50s return by the end of the week. #newx #kswx

Increasing chances for thunderstorms Monday evening into Monday night. Some of these storms may be on the strong to severe side, especially Monday night. Large hail near the size of half dollars and wind gusts near 60 MPH look to be the primary hazards. #newx #kswx

Sun-Tues overview: 1) Sunday unseasonably-warm, dry and a bit breezy (not OVERLY-windy though)...2) Mon-Mon night: winds become strong from the SE, evening-overnight threat for severe storms...3) Tues: showers/storms around...strong winds shift to westerly with time. #NEwx #KSwx

Please note that 'average' is a very relative term here, as in the last 30 years (1994-2023) the first 80+ of the year in the Tri Cities has ranged from as early as Feb. 25, 1995 (Grand Island/Hastings)...to as late as May 17, 2008 (Hastings). #NEwx

Our ENTIRE 30-county coverage area saw temps at least in the 80s today (90s along/south of the KS border!) In the Tri Cities (Grand Island/Kearney/Hastings), the 30-year AVERAGE first date of 80+° is April 4th-5th, so this year's first 80+ was just a little 'late'. #NEwx #KSwx

Can't rule out a few weak storms this afternoon, but better chances are Monday, and some evening/overnight storms could be strong-severe! Near-critical to critical fire weather conditions expected today, a Red Flag Warning is in effect from 12-8PM for portions of KS. #newx #kswx

Gusty SW winds & low relative humidity brings near-critical to critical fire weather conditions today.

A Red Flag Warning is in effect from Noon-8PM for portions of north central Kansas.

Use caution if engaging in activities that could result in a fire starting! #newx #kswx

A strong storm system will bring increasing chances for storms to the entire area Monday-Monday Night, some storms may be strong-severe. Large hail & damaging winds look to the primary hazards at this time. #newx #kswx

Warmest temperatures of the year so far expected this weekend with highs in the 80s. Monday afternoon and evening, strong SSE winds gusting to 45 mph and showers and thunderstorms, some possibly severe, expected. Showers and storms expected to continue into Tuesday. #NEwx #KSwx

Here is a quick look ahead to Storm Spotter Talks for next week.

The full schedule can be found at weather.gov/gid/SpotterInf…

Warmer and a bit breezy this afternoon with some fire weather concerns, especially west of HWY 281. Much warmer over the weekend with a chance for severe weather Monday PM. Stay tuned. #NEwx #KSwx

Sunny and warm this weekend. Friday AM lows could drop below freezing, with highs in the upper 60s and mid 70s. It will continue to warm up this weekend with high temperatures in the 80s. Monday will be breezy with showers and storms possible later in the evening. #newx #kswx

This #NationalPetDay , set some time aside to make sure your furry friends have everything they need in their emergency bags.

Remember, if you need a plan, so do they!

Join us this evening in Elyria!

Can't make it tonight? Check out the full schedule of talks here weather.gov/gid/SpotterInf…

It will be a little bit cooler today with highs in the lower 60s along with gusty northwest winds of 25 to 35 mph, which will result in critical fire danger. A Red Flag Warning is in effect from noon through 8 PM CDT this evening. #newx #kswx #fire

Gusty northwesterly winds and low relative humidity values will result in critical fire weather conditions across the forecast area this afternoon and early evening. A Red Flag Warning is in effect for the entire area from noon through 8 PM. #newx #kswx #fire

The combination of gusty northwest winds and low relative humidity values will result in critical fire weather conditions across the forecast area this afternoon and early evening. #newx #kswx #fire

Dry conditions expected to continue on through the weekend, with temps climbing into the 80s for Sat/Sun! Expect breezy/gusty winds most days, out of the NW on Thu, switching to the S for Fri-Sun. Critical fire weather conditions expected area-wide on Thursday! #newx #kswx