A severe threat is possible later today. Areas that may be affected are western and central parts of a region. The situation is being monitored, and a watch may be issued. Temperatures have warmed significantly in some areas, reaching the 80s and 90s.

Air conditions have been changing, with some signs of instability. Forcing for ascent is currently weak, but this is expected to increase. Further details about the situation are available from the Storm Prediction Center.

The probability of a watch being issued is 40 percent, indicating a conditional threat. More information can be found in the relevant forecast products.