Day 4-8 Outlook
Day 4-8 Convective Outlook NWS Storm Prediction Center Norman OK 0358 AM CST Sat Jan 31 2026 Valid 031200Z - 081200Z ...DISCUSSION... Embedded within broad midlevel troughing over the eastern half of the CONUS, a shortwave trough will overspread the OH/TN Valleys and Southeast on Days 4-5/Tuesday-Wednesday. During that time, isolated to scattered thunderstorms will be possible along an accompanying cold front as it moves from east TX across the central Gulf Coast. However, limited moisture/buoyancy ahead of the front should limit severe potential. Thereafter, a cold/dry post-frontal air mass will preclude thunderstorms across the CONUS.
