Tornado Watch S SD; Severe Warnings Dakotas/NE — Slight June 28, 2026 — SevereWX

Severe weather escalates across North Dakota and South Dakota under an Enhanced Day 1 risk from the Storm Prediction Center, with Slight risk probabilities covering much of both states. A tornado warning remains active now in Burleigh County, North Dakota, while multiple severe thunderstorm warnings dot the region and several tornado watches shield areas expecting rotating storms. Storms produce damaging winds, large hail, and isolated tornadoes at this hour.

Next couple hours bring continued risk as supercells persist under ongoing watches, with potential for more tornadoes and heavy hail before many expire around 1 to 5 a.m. EDT.

Timeline

8:10 PM EDT — Mesoscale discussion for southwestern SD into NE Panhandle

The Storm Prediction Center issues a mesoscale discussion targeting portions of southwestern South Dakota into the Nebraska Panhandle. Storms here threaten tornadoes and severe thunderstorms, leading to Tornado Watches 406 and 407.

8:56 PM EDT — Mesoscale discussion for northwestern Nebraska

SPC highlights severe weather potential in portions of northwestern Nebraska under Tornado Watch 406. Storms may intensify rapidly with risks of tornadoes and damaging winds.

9:25 PM EDT — Mesoscale discussion for western to central ND, adjacent SD

A new mesoscale discussion covers parts of western into central North Dakota and adjacent South Dakota portions. Officials anticipate tornado development, prompting extension of Tornado Watch 406.

9:37 PM EDT — Tornado Watch for central SD counties

Tornado Watch takes effect until 1:00 AM EDT for Campbell, Hughes, Jones, Lyman, Potter, Sully and Walworth counties in South Dakota. Rotation in storms raises tornado odds through early morning.

9:37 PM EDT — Tornado Watch for north-central SD counties

Another Tornado Watch until 1:00 AM EDT covers Corson, Dewey and Stanley counties in South Dakota. Expect possible tornadoes alongside large hail and strong winds.

9:46 PM EDT — Mesoscale discussion for central South Dakota

SPC issues discussion for parts of central South Dakota tied to Tornado Watch 406. Storms show signs of rotation and severe potential into the late evening.

11:24 PM EDT — Tornado Watch for northwest ND counties

Tornado Watch activates until 1:00 AM EDT covering Burke, Divide, Grant, Mercer, Morton, Mountrail, Oliver, Sioux and Williams counties in North Dakota.

11:24 PM EDT — Severe thunderstorm watch for central-eastern ND

Severe Thunderstorm Watch goes into effect until 5:00 AM EDT for Bottineau, Burleigh, Dickey, Emmons, Foster, Kidder, LaMoure, Logan, McHenry and other North Dakota counties.

11:38 PM EDT — Mesoscale discussion for north-central NE to south-central SE SD

New discussion targets parts of north central Nebraska through south central and southeastern South Dakota under Tornado Watch 406. Severe storms continue to pose tornado risk.

11:38 PM EDT — Tornado Watch for southwest SD counties

Tornado Watch until 3:00 AM EDT now covers Bennett, Jackson, Mellette and Todd counties in South Dakota.

11:38 PM EDT — Tornado Watch for Tripp County, SD

Separate Tornado Watch until 3:00 AM EDT issued for Tripp County, South Dakota.

11:56 PM EDT — Tornado Watch for northern NE Panhandle

Tornado Watch until 1:00 AM EDT for Cherry and Sheridan counties, Nebraska.

11:57 PM EDT — Tornado Warning for Burleigh County, ND

A tornado warning is in effect for Burleigh County, North Dakota, until 12:15 AM EDT. Radar indicates a dangerous storm capable of producing a tornado.

12:02 AM EDT — Severe thunderstorm warning near Bismarck

The National Weather Service issued a severe thunderstorm warning until 12:30 AM EDT for Burleigh, Emmons, McLean, Morton, Oliver and Sioux counties in North Dakota. These storms can produce large hail and damaging winds. Take shelter if severe weather nears your location.

12:06 AM EDT — Tornado warning central North Dakota

A tornado warning is in effect until 12:30 AM EDT for Burleigh and Emmons counties — could be extended or cancelled by NWS. Radar indicates possible rotation capable of producing a tornado. Immediately seek cover in an interior room on the lowest floor.

12:09 AM EDT — Severe thunderstorm warning southern South Dakota

Severe thunderstorm warning active until 12:45 AM EDT for Mellette and Todd counties in South Dakota. Expect large hail and strong wind gusts from these storms. Stay alert and monitor updates.

12:10 AM EDT — Severe thunderstorm warning north-central ND

Severe thunderstorm warning until 1:15 AM EDT for McHenry and Sheridan counties in North Dakota. Damaging winds and large hail are likely. Prepare to protect yourself from severe weather.

12:10 AM EDT — Severe thunderstorm warning north Nebraska

A severe thunderstorm warning is active until 1:00 AM EDT for Cherry and Keya Paha counties in Nebraska. Storms may bring large hail and damaging winds. Seek safe shelter indoors.

12:12 AM EDT — Severe thunderstorm warning north ND

Severe thunderstorm warning until 12:30 AM EDT covers Bottineau, McHenry, McLean, Renville and Ward counties in North Dakota. Hail and high winds threaten the area. Heed warnings and stay safe.

12:14 AM EDT — Severe thunderstorm warning Cherry County NE

Severe thunderstorm warning issued until 1:00 AM EDT for Cherry County, Nebraska. Intense thunderstorms with hail and gusty winds continue moving through. Remain indoors if in the path.

12:14 AM EDT — Severe thunderstorm watch central/eastern ND

Severe thunderstorm watch now active until 5:00 AM EDT for Bottineau, Burleigh, Dickey, Emmons, Foster, Kidder, LaMoure, Logan, McHenry and McIntosh counties in North Dakota. Conditions favor storms with large hail, damaging winds and possible tornadoes. Have a safety plan ready.

12:14 AM EDT — Tornado watch NW/south-central ND

Tornado watch in effect until 1:15 AM EDT for Burke, Grant, Morton, Oliver and Sioux counties in North Dakota. Tornadoes are possible along with severe hail and winds. Watch radar closely.

12:24 AM EDT — Severe Thunderstorm Warning north-central ND

A severe thunderstorm warning is in effect until 1:15 AM EDT for McHenry and Sheridan counties in north-central North Dakota. These storms may produce large hail and damaging winds. Move indoors away from windows if in the area.

12:25 AM EDT — Severe Thunderstorm Warning central/south-central ND

Severe thunderstorm warning active until 1:30 AM EDT for Burleigh, Emmons, Kidder, Logan and McIntosh counties in North Dakota. Expect hail and strong wind gusts from these powerful storms. Seek shelter right away.

12:29 AM EDT — Severe Thunderstorm Watch southeast SD

A severe thunderstorm watch is now in effect until 8:00 AM EDT for Aurora, Bon Homme, Brule, Charles Mix, Clay, Davison, Douglas, Gregory, Hanson and Hutchinson counties in South Dakota. Conditions are right for storms that could bring large hail, damaging winds and isolated tornadoes. Stay prepared overnight.

12:29 AM EDT — Severe Thunderstorm Warning northern NE

Severe thunderstorm warning until 1:00 AM EDT for Cherry and Keya Paha counties in northern Nebraska. Storms capable of large hail and gusty winds are moving through. Take cover if affected.

12:29 AM EDT — Tornado Warning central ND

A tornado warning is in effect until 1:00 AM EDT for Burleigh, Emmons and Kidder counties in central North Dakota — could be extended or cancelled by NWS. A tornado may be on the ground or forming nearby. Get to a safe place immediately.

12:29 AM EDT — Severe Thunderstorm Watch Buffalo Co., SD

A Severe Thunderstorm Watch is in effect for Buffalo County, South Dakota until 8:00 AM EDT. Storms that develop may produce large hail and damaging winds. Stay prepared and monitor updates.

12:29 AM EDT — Severe Thunderstorm Watch Lyman Co., SD

Severe Thunderstorm Watch now covers Lyman County, South Dakota until 8:00 AM EDT. Be alert for thunderstorms capable of large hail and strong wind gusts. Have safety measures ready.

12:29 AM EDT — Tornado Watch central SD counties

A Tornado Watch is active until 1:30 AM EDT for Campbell, Corson, Dewey, Hughes, Jones, Potter, Stanley, Sully and Walworth counties, South Dakota. Tornadoes along with large hail and damaging winds are possible. Review your tornado safety plan.

12:30 AM EDT — Severe Thunderstorm Warning northern ND

Severe Thunderstorm Warning in effect until 1:30 AM EDT for Bottineau, McHenry, Renville and Ward counties, North Dakota. Large hail and damaging winds threaten the area. Take shelter if storms near.

12:35 AM EDT — Severe Thunderstorm Warning McHenry & Sheridan Cos., ND

A Severe Thunderstorm Warning covers McHenry and Sheridan counties, North Dakota until 1:15 AM EDT. Expect large hail and gusty winds from incoming storms. Seek safe shelter indoors.

12:38 AM EDT — Severe Thunderstorm Watch Cherry Co., NE

Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued for Cherry County, Nebraska until 8:00 AM EDT. Developing storms could bring large hail and damaging winds. Monitor conditions closely.

12:38 AM EDT — Severe Thunderstorm Watch Boyd & Keya Paha Cos., NE

Severe Thunderstorm Watch includes Boyd and Keya Paha counties, Nebraska until 8:00 AM EDT. Prepare for possible severe hail and winds in thunderstorms. Stay informed.

12:41 AM EDT — Tornado Warning Burleigh, Emmons & Kidder Cos., ND

A Tornado Warning is in effect until 1:00 AM EDT for Burleigh, Emmons and Kidder counties, North Dakota — could be extended or cancelled by NWS. Move to an interior room on the lowest floor immediately. Radar shows rotation.

12:42 AM EDT — Severe Thunderstorm Warning Edmunds & McPherson Cos., SD

Severe Thunderstorm Warning active until 1:30 AM EDT for Edmunds and McPherson counties, South Dakota. Storms will likely produce large hail and damaging winds. Protect yourself by heading indoors.

12:48 AM EDT — Severe thunderstorm watch central ND

A severe thunderstorm watch is in effect until 5:00 AM EDT across Bottineau, Burleigh, Dickey, Emmons, Foster, Kidder, LaMoure, Logan, McHenry and McIntosh counties in North Dakota. Any storms that form could produce large hail and damaging winds. Have a plan ready and monitor updates.

12:49 AM EDT — Severe thunderstorm warning central ND

Severe thunderstorm warning active until 1:30 AM EDT for Burleigh, Emmons, Kidder, Logan and McIntosh counties, North Dakota — could be extended or cancelled by NWS. Large hail and damaging winds are possible. Take shelter if storms near you.

12:51 AM EDT — Severe thunderstorm warning Keya Paha NE

Severe thunderstorm warning until 1:30 AM EDT for Keya Paha County, Nebraska — could be extended or cancelled by NWS. Expect potential for large hail and strong winds. Stay indoors and away from windows.

12:52 AM EDT — Severe thunderstorm warning north-central ND

Severe thunderstorm warning until 2:00 AM EDT for Pierce, Sheridan and Wells counties, North Dakota — could be extended or cancelled by NWS. Storms may bring large hail and gusty winds. Seek safe shelter immediately.

12:55 AM EDT — Severe thunderstorm warning north ND

Severe thunderstorm warning until 1:30 AM EDT for Bottineau and McHenry counties, North Dakota — could be extended or cancelled by NWS. Hail and damaging winds threaten the area. Protect property and stay safe.

12:56 AM EDT — Severe thunderstorm watch SD

A severe thunderstorm watch covers Buffalo and Lyman counties in South Dakota until 8:00 AM EDT. Severe storms with large hail and damaging winds remain possible overnight. Keep an eye on the sky.

1:00 AM EDT — Severe thunderstorm warning north-central ND

Severe thunderstorm warning until 1:15 AM EDT for McHenry and Sheridan counties, North Dakota — could be extended or cancelled by NWS. Take cover from large hail and strong winds. Act now if in the warned area.

12:55 AM EDT — SPC Mesoscale Discussion 1363 for central/eastern ND

SPC issued Mesoscale Discussion 1363 for parts of central into eastern North Dakota under Severe Thunderstorm Watch 409. Storms in the area may produce severe weather like large hail and damaging winds. The discussion is valid until 1:00 AM EDT.

1:04 AM EDT — Severe Warning: Cherry Co., NE

A severe thunderstorm warning is now active for Cherry County in Nebraska until 1:45 AM EDT. Expect large hail and damaging wind gusts from this storm. Seek shelter if you're in the warned area.

1:06 AM EDT — Severe Warning: Edmunds/McPherson Cos., SD

Severe thunderstorm warning issued for Edmunds and McPherson counties in South Dakota until 1:30 AM EDT. The storm packs large hail and strong winds. Stay indoors and away from windows.

1:07 AM EDT — Severe Warning: Bottineau/McHenry Cos., ND

A severe thunderstorm warning covers Bottineau and McHenry counties in North Dakota until 1:30 AM EDT. Damaging winds and large hail are the main threats. Take cover immediately.

1:09 AM EDT — Severe Warning: Pierce/Sheridan/Wells Cos., ND

Severe thunderstorm warning is in effect for Pierce, Sheridan and Wells counties in North Dakota until 2:00 AM EDT. This storm could bring large hail and destructive winds. Monitor local updates.

1:09 AM EDT — Severe Warning: Brown/Edmunds/Faulk/Hand/Spink Cos., SD

A severe thunderstorm warning targets Brown, Edmunds, Faulk, Hand and Spink counties in South Dakota until 1:45 AM EDT. Large hail and damaging winds are likely. Protect yourself and property.

1:10 AM EDT — Severe Warning: Kidder/Logan Cos., ND

Severe thunderstorm warning for Kidder and Logan counties in North Dakota until 1:30 AM EDT. Expect strong winds capable of damage and large hail. Head to a safe place.

1:12 AM EDT — Severe Warning: Keya Paha Co., NE

A severe thunderstorm warning is active for Keya Paha County in Nebraska until 1:30 AM EDT. The storm may produce large hail and gusty winds. Remain vigilant.

1:19 AM EDT — Severe warning Benson, Eddy, Ramsey counties, ND

A severe thunderstorm warning is in effect for Benson, Eddy and Ramsey counties in north-central North Dakota until 2:15 AM EDT. These storms could bring large hail and damaging wind gusts. Residents should seek shelter if storms approach.

1:21 AM EDT — Severe warning Foster, Kidder, Stutsman counties, ND

Severe thunderstorm warning now active for Foster, Kidder and Stutsman counties in central North Dakota until 2:15 AM EDT. Expect possible large hail and strong winds from these storms. Stay alert and monitor radar.

1:23 AM EDT — Severe warning Charles Mix, Gregory counties, SD

A severe thunderstorm warning covers Charles Mix and Gregory counties in south-central South Dakota until 2:30 AM EDT. Storms may produce hail and gusty winds capable of damage. Take cover indoors if affected.

1:24 AM EDT — Severe warning Pierce, Wells counties, ND

Severe thunderstorm warning issued for Pierce and Wells counties in north-central North Dakota until 2:00 AM EDT. Dangerous hail and wind are possible with these thunderstorms. Prepare for severe weather.

1:26 AM EDT — Severe warning Boyd, Keya Paha counties, NE

Parts of Boyd and Keya Paha counties in northern Nebraska are under a severe thunderstorm warning until 2:15 AM EDT. Storms could cause property damage with hail and high winds. Seek safe shelter.

1:27 AM EDT — Severe warning Brown, Edmunds, Faulk, Hand, Spink counties, SD

Severe thunderstorm warning active for Brown, Edmunds, Faulk, Hand and Spink counties in central South Dakota until 1:45 AM EDT. Large hail and damaging winds are the main threats. Monitor for updates.

1:28 AM EDT — Severe warning Cherry County, NE

Cherry County in north-central Nebraska has a severe thunderstorm warning until 1:45 AM EDT. These storms pack potential for significant hail and strong winds. Stay indoors and away from windows.

1:28 AM EDT — Severe watch multiple ND counties

A severe thunderstorm watch is in effect until 5:00 AM EDT for Bottineau, Dickey, Foster, Kidder, LaMoure, Logan, McHenry, McIntosh, Pierce and Rolette counties in North Dakota. Severe hail and damaging winds are possible in any storms that develop. Have a safety plan ready.

1:31 AM EDT — Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Charles Mix, Gregory Counties, SD

A severe thunderstorm warning is in effect until 2:30 AM EDT for parts of south-central South Dakota. Expect possible damaging winds and large hail from these powerful storms. Seek shelter if storms approach your location.

1:34 AM EDT — Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Brown, Edmunds Counties, SD

Severe thunderstorms are under warning until 2:15 AM EDT in north-central South Dakota. These storms may bring strong winds capable of damage and hail the size of golf balls. Stay indoors and monitor updates.

1:38 AM EDT — Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Wells County, ND

A warning is active until 2:00 AM EDT for central North Dakota. Storms could produce large hail and wind gusts strong enough to down trees and power lines. Take precautions now.

1:38 AM EDT — Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Foster, Kidder, Stutsman Counties, ND

Severe weather warning until 2:15 AM EDT covers central North Dakota counties. Damaging winds and large hail are the main threats from these intense thunderstorms. Avoid travel if possible.

1:42 AM EDT — Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Tripp County, SD

Warning in effect until 2:00 AM EDT for southern South Dakota. These storms pack potential for very large hail and destructive wind gusts. Heed the warning and stay safe.

1:45 AM EDT — Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Boyd/Keya Paha NE

A severe thunderstorm warning is in effect for Boyd and Keya Paha counties in Nebraska until 2:15 AM EDT. These storms may produce large hail and damaging wind gusts. Residents in the area should seek shelter if storms approach.

1:45 AM EDT — Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Brown/Clark/Day/Spink SD

Severe thunderstorm warning covers Brown, Clark, Day, and Spink counties in South Dakota until 2:30 AM EDT. Expect large hail and strong winds from these intense storms. Stay indoors and away from windows.

1:50 AM EDT — Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Benson/Eddy/Ramsey ND

A severe thunderstorm warning has been issued for Benson, Eddy, and Ramsey counties in North Dakota until 2:15 AM EDT. Storms capable of large hail and gusty winds are moving through the region. Take precautions and monitor local updates.

1:53 AM EDT — Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Foster/Stutsman ND

Severe thunderstorm warning is active for Foster and Stutsman counties in North Dakota until 2:15 AM EDT. These thunderstorms could bring significant hail and damaging winds. Seek safe shelter immediately if threatened.

1:53 AM EDT — Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Brown SD

Severe thunderstorm warning now in place for Brown County in South Dakota until 2:15 AM EDT. Powerful storms with potential for large hail and high winds are impacting the area. Heed warnings and stay safe.

2:01 AM EDT — Severe Thunderstorm Warning northern NE

A severe thunderstorm warning is now active for Boyd, Holt, Keya Paha and Rock counties in Nebraska until 2:45 AM EDT. These storms pack damaging winds and large hail. Seek sturdy shelter if storms approach your area.

2:06 AM EDT — Severe Thunderstorm Warning north-central SD

Severe thunderstorm warning issued for Brown, Clark, Day and Spink counties in South Dakota until 2:30 AM EDT. Expect strong winds that can cause damage and hail big enough to harm property. Move indoors away from windows.

2:12 AM EDT — Severe Thunderstorm Warning southern SD

The National Weather Service has warned of severe thunderstorms in Charles Mix and Gregory counties, South Dakota, until 2:45 AM EDT. Winds strong enough to topple trees and large hail are possible. Stay safe by avoiding open areas.

2:18 AM EDT — Severe Thunderstorm Warning: Boyd/Holt NE

A severe thunderstorm warning is now in effect for Boyd and Holt counties in Nebraska until 2:45 AM EDT. These storms can produce damaging winds and large hail. Residents in the area should seek shelter indoors away from windows.

2:24 AM EDT — Severe Thunderstorm Warning: Charles Mix/Douglas/Gregory SD

Severe thunderstorms are under warning for Charles Mix, Douglas, and Gregory counties in South Dakota until 3:45 AM EDT. Expect possible large hail and strong wind gusts with these storms. Stay alert and monitor local updates.

2:39 AM EDT — Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Boyd County, NE

A severe thunderstorm warning is in effect for Boyd County in Nebraska until 3:30 AM EDT. This storm could produce damaging winds and large hail. Residents in the area should seek shelter immediately.

2:42 AM EDT — Severe Thunderstorm Warning for parts of SD

Severe thunderstorm warning now active until 3:45 AM EDT for Charles Mix, Douglas, and Gregory counties in South Dakota. Expect damaging winds and large hail from this storm. Take cover and stay alert.

2:55 AM EDT — Severe Thunderstorm Warning Boyd, NE

A severe thunderstorm warning is in effect for Boyd County, Nebraska, until 3:30 AM EDT. These storms could bring damaging wind gusts and large hail. Take cover if threatening your area.

2:58 AM EDT — Tornado Watch Todd/Tripp, SD

A tornado watch is now active for Todd and Tripp counties in South Dakota until 4:00 AM EDT. Weather conditions favor the development of tornadoes and severe thunderstorms. Have a safety plan ready if warnings are issued.

2:59 AM EDT — Severe Thunderstorm Warning Charles Mix/Douglas/Gregory, SD

Severe thunderstorm warning issued for Charles Mix, Douglas, and Gregory counties, South Dakota, until 3:45 AM EDT. Expect possible damaging winds and large hail from these storms. Stay indoors and away from windows.

What's Next

Overnight storms continue pushing through the Dakotas and Nebraska with potential for more severe thunderstorm warnings. The tornado watch covers south-central South Dakota where rotation risks remain. Expect updates as storms evolve into morning hours.

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