Thunderstorms Possible in Texas and Northwest but No Severe Threat Today

Organized severe thunderstorms are not expected anywhere across the country through tonight. A few areas may still see ordinary thunderstorms, but the overall risk of damaging winds, large hail or tornadoes stays very low. Most people can go about their Monday without major concerns from severe weather. The pattern keeps stronger storm threats off the table for the rest of the day and evening.

Showers and thunderstorms are already ongoing across parts of central and southern Texas into the coastal plains. These storms should gradually weaken as the day goes on, with the main activity diminishing in strength. The chance of any severe weather remains very low because the warmer, more unstable air stays largely over the Gulf. Residents can expect some rain and rumbling thunder in spots but little threat of stronger storms.

A fast-moving weather system will bring a band of showers and a few thunderstorms through the Pacific Northwest this afternoon and evening. Occasional lightning is possible, especially as cooler air aloft moves in, yet most of the storms should stay relatively shallow. Limited instability keeps the risk of severe gusts low across the region. Travelers may run into brief heavy rain but should not face organized severe weather.

Washington falls under a general thunderstorm risk as the frontal band arrives later today. A few lightning strikes are possible with the passing showers, though the storms are not expected to become severe. Enhanced winds aloft will be present, but the overall setup limits any stronger impacts. People in the state can plan for some wet weather and isolated thunder without major storm concerns.

Oregon also carries a general thunderstorm risk this afternoon and evening as the same system moves through. Occasional lightning may accompany the showers, yet the limited energy available should keep storms from becoming severe. Most activity is expected to remain relatively weak and shallow. Residents can prepare for brief downpours and a chance of thunder while severe weather stays unlikely.