Day 2 Convective Outlook
NWS Storm Prediction Center Norman OK
1148 PM CST Wed Jan 14 2026
Valid 161200Z - 171200Z
...NO THUNDERSTORM AREAS FORECAST...
...SUMMARY...
Thunderstorms are not forecast across the contiguous United States
on Friday.
...Synopsis...
A series of disturbances will move cyclonically through a longwave
mid-level trough over eastern North America. Farther west, a
mid-level anticyclone will be stationary to the west of the Pacific
Northwest coast. A surface ridge will extend southward along the
spine of the Rockies/High Plains and cool/stable conditions will
prove hostile for thunderstorm development across the Lower 48
states on Friday.
..Smith.. 01/15/2026