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SPC Feb 23, 2026 2000 UTC Day 1 Convective Outlook

SPC 2000Z Day 1 Outlook
      
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Day 1 Convective Outlook  
NWS Storm Prediction Center Norman OK
0130 PM CST Mon Feb 23 2026

Valid 232000Z - 241200Z

...NO THUNDERSTORM AREAS FORECAST...

...SUMMARY...
Thunderstorms are not expected today or tonight.

...20Z Update...
No changes needed to the previous forecast.

..Mosier.. 02/23/2026

.PREV DISCUSSION... /ISSUED 0951 AM CST Mon Feb 23 2026/

...Synopsis...
A pronounced mid-level trough and associated deep surface low will
continue to progress further into the Atlantic, leading to upper
ridging over the Intermountain West and broad northwest flow across
the central CONUS today. Surface high pressure and an accompanying
continental polar airmass will overspread much of the U.S. east of
the Rockies through the period, limiting thunderstorm potential.

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