North-central Kansas could see "a tornado or two" late Monday or early Tuesday. Topekans may then awaken Tuesday morning to rain, hail and high winds.

Parts of North Texas are highlighted for the threat of severe storms Thursday afternoon and evening, but there will likely be a cap in place – at least through part of the day.

A new, widespread severe thunderstorm threat could take shape over the central US early next week and place millions at risk of destructive wind gusts, hail and tornadoes.

AccuWeather's Bernie Rayno and Joe Lundberg break down the long-range forecast for the entire U.S. over the coming week.

The National Weather Service Storm Prediction Center said numerous tornadoes, large hail and damaging winds all appear possible.

Monday night will be mostly clear and calm, with lows in the upper 40s. Tuesday will start out dry, but shower and storm chances will increase through the afternoon and be numerous in the evening. Several severe storms could produce damaging winds,

The Chicago area could be under the threat of severe weather Tuesday and even into Wednesday, with heavy rain, gusty winds and damaging hail all possible.