Fire Weather Outlook Discussion
Issued by NWS
Issued by NWS
012 FNUS22 KWNS 160455 FWDDY2 Day 2 Fire Weather Outlook NWS Storm Prediction Center Norman OK 1155 PM CDT Tue Sep 15 2026 Valid 171200Z - 181200Z ...Synopsis... Expanding high pressure over the Southeast and central U.S will contribute to widespread above normal temperatures and dry conditions on Day 2/Thursday. Meanwhile, a mid-level low will remain centered over northern California/southern Oregon, maintaining strong southwesterly flow over the Great Basin. Consecutive days of dry and windy conditions have led to drying fuels across central Nevada, increasing fire concerns. Sufficient daytime mixing will promote south-southwesterly sustained winds of 15-20 mph and RH values of less than 15%, supporting the introduction of Elevated highlights across the region. ..Elizalde-Garcia.. 09/16/2026 ...Please see www.spc.noaa.gov/fire for graphic product... $$