Large Hail and Isolated Tornadoes Possible Along the Front Range

news image
Special Stories
19 Jun 2018 10:38 AM
There is an enhanced risk for severe thunderstorms along the Front Range of Colorado into western Kansas. Large hail is the biggest concern today (Tuesday), with some storms likely to produce larger than golf ball size hail. Isolated tornadoes may also occur, along with strong wind gusts. A front that has been lingering around the northern tier of the nation this weekend is now drifting southward. Heat has been building south of the front, along with high humidity. This will give thunderstorms plenty of energy to become severe. Wind direction is conducive for isolated tornadoes. Surface winds are from the south. As you climb higher in the atmosphere, the wind direction turns to the southwest. This is known as wind shear, a key ingredient for tornado development. South of the front, a weak low pressure center and dry line will help to initiate thunderstorm development in the late afternoon. Severe thunderstorms are possible into the evening, before diminishing in intensity overnight. WeatherNation will have updates on-air and online with the latest forecasts, alerts, and live report in the field. For WeatherNation: Meteorologist Mace Michaels
All Weather News
More
Rafael Fuels High Risk for Flooding in the South

Rafael Fuels High Risk for Flooding in the South

Widespread flash flooding is likely in wester

9 Nov 2024 12:01 PM
Historic November Snow Storm Ends in the Rockies

Historic November Snow Storm Ends in the Rockies

COLORADO—An early-season snowstorm is making

9 Nov 2024 11:35 AM
Rafael Moves into the Gulf Threatening Rainfall for Central Gulf States

Rafael Moves into the Gulf Threatening Rainfall for Central Gulf States

Hurricane Rafael made landfall as a Category

9 Nov 2024 10:30 AM
Severe Storms in Texas Continue Friday

Severe Storms in Texas Continue Friday

The threat of severe weather continues this F

9 Nov 2024 2:50 AM
Dangerous Santa Ana Winds Prompt Mandatory Evacuations

Dangerous Santa Ana Winds Prompt Mandatory Evacuations

VENTURA COUNTY, CA - The Mountain Fire has be

8 Nov 2024 5:30 PM
Record Warm Election Day in the Northeast

Record Warm Election Day in the Northeast

NORTHEAST - It's been a warm stretch of weath

6 Nov 2024 2:20 AM
Marginal Risk for Severe Weather from Louisiana to Wisconsin

Marginal Risk for Severe Weather from Louisiana to Wisconsin

It's been an active stretch of severe weather

5 Nov 2024 8:10 PM