Heavier Rain In The Northwest For Labor Day Weekend – National Weather Outlook For September 3, 2023

by | Sep 3, 2023 | Weather

National Weather Forecast

Two areas of rain are possible on Sunday – one in the lower Mississippi Valley (and surrounding areas) and another in the western United States. Heat builds across the central United States, with 100s possible up to the Twin Cities.

The heaviest rain through Labor Day Monday will be in the western United States, where a system will bring the potential of at least 1-3” of rain.

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