Drought robs Plains as spring storms clash with heat
A memorial weekend snowstorm sweeps the Pacific Northwest, while a scorching heat wave bakes the Plains. Heavy snows threaten higher Rockies elevations as lower regions from Washington to the Great Basin see rain. Montana and North Dakota face worsening drought per Gov. Janklow, warning of near full drought in South Dakota unless rainfall arrives soon.
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Local Area Forecast for Week Start
Local forecast calls for a fair start to the week with a chance of showers Tuesday and Wednesday. Highs 75 to 85, lows from the mid 50s to mid 60s, with warming trend possible toward the end of the period.
Weather Outlook Mixed Clouds With Showers Tonight
National forecast notes mostly cloudy skies with a chance of showers or thunderstorms tonight. Lows 55 to 60. Sunday will be partly cloudy with a high near 80. Rain chances 30 percent tonight and 20 percent Sunday.
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