Record Warmth Soars Across the Central and Northern Plains
• Record-breaking warmth is sweeping across the Northern and Central Plains, with temperatures soaring 20 to 30 degrees above average.
• Elevated fire danger due to low humidity and gusty winds prompts warnings and advisories from the National Weather Service.
• Residents are urged to exercise caution, avoid outdoor burning, and stay informed about changing weather conditions as a cold front approaches.
Record-breaking temperatures hit Northern and Central Plains
Unseasonably warm air ahead of the approaching cold front is bringing widespread near-record to record-breaking temperatures to the Northern and Central Plains. Highs will climb into the upper 60s and 70s, reaching 20 to 30 degrees above average. This surge of warmth will likely set numerous daily temperature records from South Dakota to Nebraska and Kansas. The unusual heat, paired with low humidity and gusty winds, is elevating fire danger across the region and prompting increased weather awareness.
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