A powerful stretch of severe weather is set to disrupt Easter weekend plans across large parts of the United States, with meteorologists warning of heavy rain, damaging winds, and possible flooding from Saturday through Sunday.
According to experts at AccuWeather, a new storm system is already building after earlier severe conditions swept through the Midwest. This upcoming system is expected to bring multiple rounds of thunderstorms across central and eastern regions, increasing the risk of flash flooding in areas hit repeatedly.
Saturday could see widespread storm activity from Texas up to the Canadian border. While tornado risks may be slightly lower than earlier in the week, strong wind gusts between 60–70 mph, hail, and intense downpours remain a concern. Travelers heading out for the holiday weekend may also face flight delays and road slowdowns due to unstable weather conditions.
By Easter Sunday, the storm system is forecast to move toward the East Coast, impacting major areas along the Interstate 95 corridor. Morning hours may remain relatively calm in some regions, but conditions are expected to deteriorate before midday, with heavy rain, lightning, and gusty winds likely to disrupt outdoor gatherings, church services, and egg hunts.
The strongest storms are expected later in the day across the eastern Carolinas and Mid-Atlantic, where winds could exceed 40 mph.
Conditions are expected to improve by Monday, though cooler temperatures will follow, bringing a noticeable drop after the weekend’s stormy weather.
