Damaging Winds, Hail Eye South Dakota on Tuesday — SevereWX

The Storm Prediction Center (SPC) has outlined a Slight Risk of severe thunderstorms blanketing much of South Dakota on Tuesday, July 7, 2026.

A Slight Risk means isolated severe storms are possible in the outlook area. These could produce hail at least 1 inch in diameter, wind gusts of 58 mph or stronger, and a brief tornado can't be ruled out—but widespread impacts aren't expected.

Storms may develop in the afternoon as instability builds under a digging shortwave aloft, with sufficient wind shear to organize rotating updrafts. Damaging straight-line winds will be the primary concern, alongside pockets of larger hail in any stronger cells.

With 'severe weather' still buzzing in searches amid recent Plains action, South Dakota residents should prepare accordingly. Check your local National Weather Service office for updates, keep weather apps handy, and review your severe weather safety plan—know where to shelter if warnings hit.

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