The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued a warning on Wednesday, August 12, 2026, forecasting potential flight delays through the end of the week due to weather conditions affecting multiple U.S. regions, including the Midwest and High Plains.
On its official X account, the FAA shared an updated weather forecast featuring meteorologist Becca Schuman from the FAA Weather Squad, who detailed risks of stronger thunderstorms in central Nebraska and St. Louis on Thursday. The Midwest and High Plains remain under marginal risk for thunderstorms that day, which could trigger travel interruptions.
Forecast Through Weekend
Schuman outlined continued wetter conditions on Friday, with scattered showers
expected in Minneapolis, Denver, and Kansas City across the Central United States. While severe thunderstorm risk is reduced, precipitation during Friday evening could still disrupt flights. The Midwest, including Fargo, North Dakota, and Denver, is projected to experience additional showers on Saturday, with Minneapolis likewise facing ongoing scattered showers.
Toward the weekend’s end, the severe weather threat diminishes, with many areas expected to be dry. Schuman noted, “But talking about the end of the weekend, if you’re returning from any travel plans, many of us will be dry. Still seeing a few scattered showers, but again, severe risk is not
as high towards the end of the weekend.”
FAA Advisories and Traveler Guidance
The FAA reminds passengers to check with their airlines for potential flight changes and to monitor the FAA National Airspace System Status page for real-time updates on ground stops, ground delays, and airport closures. This information is crucial for navigating potential disruptions affecting multiple U.S. airports through Saturday and possibly Sunday.
