Heavy Rain and Flooding Threat in the Central U.S.; Winter Weather in Northern Alaska

Strong thunderstorms and heavy rain may produce flash flooding across the south-central Plains and lower Mississippi Valley today. The North Slope in Alaska will see the potential for wintry weather through today with ice accumulations possible on roadways. Incoming storms will bring long duration rainfall and strong winds to most of Southcentral Alaska through Friday. Read More >

Hazardous Weather Conditions

Current conditions at

Durango-La Plata County Airport (KDRO)

Lat: 37.14312° N Lon: 107.76023° W Elev: 6627.0 ft.

Clear

52°F

11°C

Humidity 81%
Wind Speed N 0 MPH
Barometer 30.34 in (1027.43 mb)
Dewpoint 46°F (8°C)
Visibility 10.00 mi
Last update 28 Aug 05:35 AM MDT
Detailed forecast for

Animas River Basin

Today
Mostly clear. Highs 75 to 85. West winds 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph in the afternoon.
Tonight
Partly cloudy. Lows 45 to 55.
Friday
Mostly sunny with a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms in the morning, then partly sunny with a chance of showers and thunderstorms in the afternoon. Highs 75 to 85. West winds 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph in the afternoon. Chance of rain 30 percent.
Friday Night
Mostly clear. Lows in the 40s. Northwest winds 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 20 mph in the evening, becoming light.
Saturday
Sunny. Slight chance of showers and thunderstorms in the afternoon. Highs 75 to 85. West winds 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph in the afternoon. Chance of rain 10 percent.
Saturday Night Through Sunday Night
Mostly clear. Lows 45 to 55. Highs 75 to 85.
Labor Day
Sunny. Slight chance of showers and thunderstorms in the afternoon. Highs 75 to 85. Chance of rain 10 percent.
Monday Night
Partly cloudy. Lows 45 to 55.
Tuesday
Sunny. Slight chance of showers and thunderstorms in the afternoon. Highs 75 to 85. Chance of rain 10 percent.
Tuesday Night
Partly cloudy. Lows 45 to 55.
Wednesday
Mostly sunny. Slight chance of showers and thunderstorms in the afternoon. Highs 75 to 85. Chance of rain 20 percent.



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