Update: Dakotas and NC Slight Risks Hold Today as Minnesota Enters the Picture Monday — SevereWX

We've been tracking the evolving severe weather setup across the Plains and Southeast, as highlighted in our recent post on Enhanced risks leading into today. The latest from the Storm Prediction Center (SPC) shows Slight Risks in effect for Saturday, June 27 over parts of North Dakota, South Dakota, and North Carolina. Looking ahead, a new Slight Risk is now out for Monday, June 29 in Minnesota.

A Slight Risk from the SPC means there's a good chance for isolated severe thunderstorms in these areas. These storms could pack large hail (up to quarter-size or bigger), damaging wind gusts exceeding 58 mph, and perhaps an isolated brief tornado. Activity today may develop in the afternoon and evening, fueled by lingering instability and upper-level support, while Monday's threat in Minnesota ties into a broader pattern shifting eastward.

This is a measured outlook—no widespread severe weather expected, but enough potential for impacts where storms do form. Folks in these regions should keep an eye on the sky this weekend and early next week.

Stay prepared: Monitor updates from your local National Weather Service office, have a severe weather safety plan in place (like knowing your safe room), and use apps for real-time radar and warnings.

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