The South Dakota Weather Podcast

Your evening South Dakota weather update Multiple Red Flag Warnings are in effect across South Dakota today as critically dry conditions combine with gusty winds and unseasonably warm temperatures. Fire danger will reach extreme levels this afternoon, particularly across central and western portions of the state. This morning started mild with temperatures around 47 degrees at 7 A.M.

Your midday South Dakota weather update Multiple Red Flag Warnings are in effect across South Dakota today as extremely dry conditions combine with gusty winds and unseasonably warm temperatures. Fire danger will reach critical levels this afternoon, particularly across central and western portions of the state. This morning started cool with temperatures around 47 degrees at 7 A.M., but we're heading for a dramatic warmup.

Your morning South Dakota weather update A Red Flag Warning is in effect across much of South Dakota today, with critically dry conditions and gusty winds creating dangerous fire weather. Any spark could rapidly spread in these conditions, so avoid outdoor burning and be extremely careful with anything that could start a fire. We're starting off with temperatures around 45 degrees this morning, but don't let that cool start fool you - we're heading for a warm afternoon with highs reaching 75 degrees by 4 P.M.

Your evening South Dakota weather update Critical fire weather conditions are gripping South Dakota today as Red Flag Warnings blanket the entire state. With humidity levels dropping below 20 percent and gusty southwest winds, any spark could rapidly spread into a dangerous wildfire. Your Thursday morning starts mild at 43 degrees, perfect for that early commute.

Your midday South Dakota weather update Red Flag Warnings are in effect across South Dakota today as dry conditions and gusty winds create dangerous fire weather. With humidity dropping below 20 percent and winds gusting up to 35 miles per hour, any spark could rapidly spread. This Thursday morning starts mild with temperatures in the upper 50s and low 60s.

Your morning South Dakota weather update Multiple weather alerts are in effect across South Dakota this morning, including Red Flag Warnings for fire danger and Special Weather Statements for patchy fog in the northeast. The fog is creating reduced visibility for early commuters. This Thursday morning starts chilly at 33 degrees with that patchy fog across northeastern South Dakota and into west central Minnesota.

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Your evening South Dakota weather update We've multiple Red Flag Warnings in effect across South Dakota this Wednesday, with critical fire weather conditions developing as temperatures soar and winds pick up significantly. Starting this morning with temperatures around 33 degrees at 8 A.M. Here comes a dramatic warming trend through the day.

Your midday South Dakota weather update Step outside right now and you'll feel March flexing. That two tenths of an inch of snow we picked up? Already melting under a sun that means business.

Your evening South Dakota weather update Step outside right now and that bite in the air? We picked up two-tenths of an inch overnight and bottomed out at 25 degrees.

Your morning South Dakota weather update Step outside right now and you'll understand why half the state is under a Cold Weather Advisory. Wind chills are sitting at 20 to 30 below zero. That's the kind of cold that finds every gap in your jacket and makes your face hurt in seconds. 📍 Keywords: morning weather update | South Dakota weather | SD weather forecast | March weather | morning forecast | South Dakota

Your evening South Dakota weather update We picked up 3.2 inches overnight. And temperatures crashed to 12 degrees. 📍 Keywords: SD weather forecast | March weather | evening weather update | South Dakota weather | evening forecast | South Dakota

Your evening South Dakota weather update So here's where we're, over three inches of snow landed in the last 24 hours. And now we're sitting at 20 degrees with winds still throwing a fit. Sioux Falls is taking the brunt of it — gusts to 50 miles. 📍 Keywords: South Dakota | SD weather forecast | evening forecast | March weather | South Dakota weather | evening weather update

Your midday South Dakota weather update Three inches of fresh snow, 55 mile-an-hour gusts. And visibility that drops to zero. That's what we're dealing with right now, this Arctic blast isn't messing around. 📍 Keywords: March weather | South Dakota | midday forecast | SD weather forecast | midday weather update | South Dakota weather

Your morning South Dakota weather update Folks, we've got a serious situation unfolding today, the state is effectively cut in half weather-wise. Out east, you're dealing with a full-on blizzard. Meanwhile, the west is catching a relative break, though the winds are still howling. 📍 Keywords: SD weather forecast | South Dakota | South Dakota weather | morning forecast | morning weather update | March weather

Good evening. South Dakota. I'm Michael Mosby. That dusting of snow overnight? Just a teaser, folks, the main feature is about to walk through the door. And it's not messing around, a powerful storm system is taking dead aim at us right now. Let me take you on a quick tour of the state, you're sitting at 21 degrees in the east under gray skies. Rain slides in this evening, but don't get used to it, that switches to snow after midnight. Then the wind takes over, gusts hitting 40 miles an hour will create blizzard conditions overnight. You'll see 1 to 3 inches of fresh snow by morning, sunday hits 26 degrees, but the bottom falls out by nightfall. We're talking single digits, wind chills could scrape minus 23 by Monday morning. That's dangerous, folks. Head west and you're already colder at 11 degrees. Rain and snow mix in this evening before turning to all snow overnight. Another 1 to 3 inches piles up there, with winds gusting to 37 miles an hour. Sunday stays windy with a high near 25, dropping to near 5 degrees Sunday night. Central South Dakota, you're right in the thick of it at 13 degrees. Rain changes to snow around 9 P.M., this region sees the highest totals, with 2 to 4 inches expected. Blizzard conditions are likely overnight as gusts top 44 miles an hour, sunday only reaches 21 for a high. Watch your thermometer Sunday night, it drops near zero. Sunday is a dangerous weather day statewide, travel will be extremely difficult, so please stay put if you can. The arctic air behind this is brutal, running 15 to 30 degrees below normal to start the week. But here's the plot twist, monday stays sunny and frigid with highs in the teens. Tuesday warms into the 30s. Then Wednesday? We rocket to near 60, by Thursday and Friday. Here comes 70s. That's a 50-degree swing in four days. Classic South Dakota. As the sun sets. Charge your phones and hunker down tonight. — See you tomorrow.

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Good morning. South Dakota. I'm Michael Mosby. Step outside right now and you're greeted by 40 degrees and clear skies. Feels almost generous for early March. But a cold front is carving through the state as we speak. And it's about to split us in two. Down in Sioux Falls and along Highway 20, you'll hit 62 degrees today — well above normal for this time of year. Head north toward Aberdeen and you top out closer to 58. That front stalling across central South Dakota is drawing a line between mild and cool, with northeast winds gusting to 25 miles an hour this afternoon, especially east of the Missouri River. Tonight brings partly cloudy skies and lows dropping to 28 degrees in central areas, 32 out east. That sets the stage for Tuesday's system. Tuesday starts mostly cloudy with highs in the mid-40s statewide. The action begins Tuesday night — rain and snow likely after 7 P.M., especially along and north of I-90. Eastern South Dakota has a 60 percent chance of precipitation, with snow accumulation under half an inch possible. Central areas could see slightly higher totals. A localized band near the North Dakota border might squeeze out 2 to 4 inches if everything comes together. Wednesday clears out nicely with sunshine returning and highs climbing back to the mid-40s. Thursday brings the warmest day of the week — highs reach the low 60s statewide. But here's the catch: strong winds develop Thursday afternoon, with gusts potentially hitting 30 to 35 miles an hour. Fire weather concerns rise across the Missouri River Valley. Looking ahead to the weekend, another system approaches Friday night into Saturday. Snow chances return Saturday night with accumulations possible, especially northern areas. Sunday stays mostly cloudy with highs in the 30s. See you this afternoon.

Good afternoon. South Dakota. I'm Matt Mullins. Step outside and you're greeted by 59 degrees. Gorgeous. But here's the kicker — we're about to shatter expectations this afternoon. Statewide, highs climb into the low to mid 70s. That's about 20 degrees above normal for early March. Sioux Falls hits 72. Rapid City pushes to 73. Aberdeen reaches 70. Some spots could tie records set decades ago. But there's a catch. West winds gust between 25 and 40 miles an hour this afternoon. Humidity drops to around 25 percent. That combination creates very high grassland fire danger across most of the state. Northwestern South Dakota has a Wind Advisory until 6 P.M., with gusts potentially hitting 50. If you're burning anything outdoors, don't. Tonight, temperatures crash fast. Lows drop to the mid 30s statewide under partly cloudy skies. Winds ease off to 5 to 15 miles an hour. Monday stays pleasant with mostly sunny skies. Highs range from the upper 50s in central areas to the upper 60s out west. A cold front approaches Monday night, bringing a chance of rain and snow after midnight, especially in western counties. Tuesday turns cooler with highs in the low to mid 40s and a chance of light snow. Best odds are in the west, where the Black Hills could see light accumulations. Wednesday clears out with highs in the mid 40s. Thursday warms back up to the mid to upper 60s, but another system Friday brings more chances for snow. The weekend stays unsettled with temperatures in the 40s and lingering snow chances. One more thing — clocks spring forward tonight. You lose an hour of sleep, but we're gaining nearly three minutes of daylight. See you this evening.

Good morning. South Dakota. I'm Michael Nally. Spring just kicked winter to the curb. We're talking near-record warmth today, folks — upper 60s to low 70s statewide. That's 21 degrees to 20 degrees warmer than we'd expect for early March. But here's the catch. West winds are going to howl all afternoon, gusting to 30 miles an hour across most areas and hitting 50 out in the northwest. A Wind Advisory runs until 6 P.M. Up there. Sioux Falls hits 70 by late afternoon. Pierre reaches 71. Out in Rapid City, you peak near 73 around 4 P.M. Before the slide begins. Now combine that warmth with bone-dry air and those gusty winds. And you've got very high grassland fire danger anywhere snow hasn't stuck around. Tonight? Total flip. A cold front drops south from North Dakota and temperatures crash. Lows fall to the mid to upper 30s statewide. Winds shift and ease overnight. Monday stays pleasant — sunshine and highs in the upper 50s to mid 60s. A bit cooler than today, but still nice. Monday night turns mostly cloudy as our next system rolls in. Here's your week ahead. Tuesday brings increasing clouds and a chance of rain and snow, especially Tuesday night. Western areas could see accumulation, likely under half an inch. Highs only reach the low to mid 40s. Wednesday starts with lingering snow before clearing out. Highs climb back to the mid 40s. Thursday rebounds nicely — partly sunny and mid to upper 60s, though breezy again. Another system arrives late week with chances for rain and snow Friday into Saturday. Temperatures cool back to the 40s. Enjoy the warmth today, but keep an eye on those winds if you're heading out. See you this afternoon.

Good evening. South Dakota. I'm Michael Nally. Folks, if you stepped outside this morning, you probably noticed winter just called in sick. We're trading that morning bite for a serious taste of spring. You're waking up to clear skies, but —by this afternoon, temperatures are going to soar **25 to 30 degrees above normal**. We're talking record-breaking warmth. Western South Dakota is leading the charge. Rapid City and the Black Hills hit **72 degrees** by late afternoon. That's a solid **30 degrees warmer than average**. You'll see gusty west winds around 20 miles an hour, but watch out up north. A Wind Advisory is in effect for the northwest plains where gusts could top 50. With dry grass and low humidity, fire danger is extreme today, so please hold off on any outdoor burning. Central regions aren't far behind. Pierre and Chamberlain climb to **71 degrees**. It will be breezy, with winds 15 to 20 miles an hour, so hang onto your hat. Sioux Falls and Aberdeen join the heat wave too, topping out near **69 degrees**. The catch there's a stronger southwest wind. Gusts hit 30 miles an hour by mid-afternoon, making it feel a touch cooler than the thermometer reads. Tonight stays unusually mild with lows in the 30s and 40s. That's about **21 degrees above normal** for this time of year. Looking ahead, the warmth sticks around through Monday. We see highs in the 60s again before a cold front sweeps through Monday night. That brings a chance of rain and snow by Tuesday. Western areas might see light accumulations while the east stays mostly wet. Then, get ready for another rollercoaster—back to the 60s by Thursday before cooling off next weekend. Spring is flexing its muscles early. We're gaining nearly 3 minutes of daylight every day now. Just don't pack away the winter gear quite yet—this is South Dakota, after all. See you tomorrow.

Good morning. South Dakota. I'm Aaron Jolly. Step outside this morning and you'll feel that lingering winter bite—25 degrees statewide with a dusting of snow overnight. But here's the twist: by this afternoon. Here comes a 30-degree temperature split statewide. Classic South Dakota—where one side basks in spring-like warmth while the other clings to winter's last gasp. Out west. Rapid City and the Black Hills are the place to be. You'll wake up to 41 degrees—feeling like 36 with that west wind—but by 1 P.M., you're hitting 60 degrees. Sunny skies, light winds around 9 miles an hour. It's practically a postcard. Tonight? A mild dip to 40, with temperatures rising overnight thanks to those steady west winds. Sunday brings even more heat—73 degrees—with gusts up to 29 miles an hour. Fire weather concerns are real here, folks. Dry air and breezy conditions mean elevated risk, especially Sunday. Pierre and the central plains split the difference. Start your Saturday at 28 degrees—feeling like 19, brisk! But by 4 P.M., you're at a comfortable 58. Sunny and windy, with gusts to 25 miles an hour. Tonight cools to 38, then Sunday soars to 71. That's 20 degrees above normal for early March. —because by Tuesday, we're talking snow chances and highs back in the 40s. Sioux Falls and the east? you're stuck in winter's grip a little longer. Highs today struggle to 51 degrees—still 23 degrees above normal, but nothing like the west. Mostly sunny, with west winds around 10 miles an hour. Tonight dips to 35, then Sunday rebounds to 69. But here's the kicker: by Monday night, a cold front sweeps in, dropping temps fast. Tuesday's high? Just 53 degrees, with a chance of rain and snow mixing in. Winter isn't done with you yet. Sunday is the warmest day of the week—maybe even near-record highs. West river could hit the mid-70s. Fire danger spikes with gusty winds and dry air. Monday starts mild, but a cold front arrives overnight. By Tuesday. Here comes snow likely in the west—yes, snow, up to half an inch—and rain or snow mix east. Highs plummet to the 40s. Wednesday offers a brief rebound near 50, but another system arrives Thursday night with rain and snow chances. We're gaining nearly 3 minutes of daylight each day—sunrise at 6:54 A.M., sunset at 6:24 P.M. and here's your hopeful note: the spring equinox is just 13 days away. But don't pack away the winter gear just yet. This week is a reminder that March in South Dakota is a battleground—where winter and spring duel it out. And the only guarantee is change. If your pipes survive tonight, buy them a thank you card. See you tomorrow. See you this afternoon.

Good morning. South Dakota. I'm Aaron Jolly. Folks, winter is throwing a tantrum today. A cold front is carving through the state right now. And it's bringing the full menu: fog, rain, freezing rain. And snow. Eastern South Dakota woke up to dense fog and rain. Sioux Falls hits 49 degrees this morning, then temperatures nosedive to 34 by afternoon as the front barrels through. Rain switches to freezing rain around 8 P.M. — slick roads guaranteed. Snow takes over by midnight. Here comes a glaze of ice and less than an inch of snow before it clears out Saturday morning. Central South Dakota sees snow developing around noon. Pierre tops out at 37 degrees before the cold air crashes in. Snow likely through this evening with up to an inch of accumulation. Winds gust to 30 miles an hour out of the north — the kind that finds every gap in your jacket. Western South Dakota already woke up to snow. Rapid City reaches 42 degrees, but wind chills drop to 19 around 10 A.M. With north winds gusting to 41 miles an hour. That's the kind of cold that bites. Snow tapers off by afternoon with minimal accumulation. Tonight's lows are brutal across the board. Eastern areas drop to 26 degrees. Central South Dakota falls to 23. Western regions see 25. Here's the good news. Saturday brings sunshine and a massive warm-up. Highs climb into the mid 40s east, mid 50s central. And near 60 out west. Sunday is even better — 63 in Sioux Falls, 69 in Pierre. And 71 in Rapid City. That's 25 to 30 degrees above normal. Monday stays mild with highs in the 50s before another system arrives Monday night into Tuesday with rain and snow chances. Wednesday clears out with highs in the upper 40s to low 50s. Thursday warms back into the upper 50s. Roads will be slippery tonight. Take it slow if you're heading out. See you tomorrow. For the extended outlook, check the latest forecast See you tomorrow.

Good afternoon. South Dakota. I'm Aaron Jolly. Folks, we've got a gorgeous split across the state today. Out west? You're basking in 68 degrees — windows down, jacket optional. Head east and you're at 61 under some clouds. Not bad at all. Because tonight we're flipping the script. In the next 24 hours. Rain rolls into eastern South Dakota after 7 P.M. Some of those storms overnight could get rowdy — quarter-sized hail and wind gusts hitting 60 miles an hour. Out west, you'll catch a quick shot of rain around 11 P.M. Before it switches to snow overnight. Central areas stay partly cloudy with lows dropping to 29 degrees. Friday's the messy one. Eastern South Dakota sees rain through the morning — heaviest right around 10 A.M. — then it transitions to snow Friday night. We're talking wintry mix with freezing rain possible as temps crash from 52 degrees down to 39 by afternoon. Western South Dakota wakes up to snow and brutal wind chills near 18 degrees around 7 A.M. Northwest winds howl at 17 to 23 miles an hour with gusts to 38. Central areas catch snow between 9 A.M. and 2 P.M., with highs near 39. Saturday brings sunshine back statewide. Highs range from 46 in the east to 61 out west. Sunday looks even better — 66 to 72 degrees under blue skies. For next week. Monday stays mild in the upper 50s to low 60s. Tuesday brings another system with rain and snow possible, then temps tumble to the 40s and 50s. Wednesday looks mostly sunny with highs in the upper 40s. That Friday transition is going to be rough. Have the layers ready. For the extended outlook, check the latest forecast as confidence improves. That's your forecast — we'll be back tomorrow.

Good morning. South Dakota. I'm Aaron Jolly. If you're squinting at the fog outside your window wondering where the state went. You're not alone. Visibility's down to a quarter mile across much of South Dakota this morning. Give yourself extra space on the roads until about 10 A.M. When this burns off. In the next 24 hours. Once it clears? You're in for a treat. We're running 20 to 25 degrees above normal today — the kind of warmth that makes you forget it's early March. Central South Dakota climbs near 68 degrees. Out west. Rapid City and the Black Hills flirt with 70, which is near-record territory for March 5th. Eastern areas sit a bit cooler at 61, thanks to that stubborn fog, but even that feels more like mid-April than early March. Don't get too comfortable. Rain develops across the east after 7 P.M. Tonight, with a slight chance of rumbles overnight. Out west, that moisture transitions to snow by morning. Friday brings the crash — temperatures plunge into the 30s and 40s statewide, with gusty northwest winds making it feel even colder. By Friday night, rain changes to snow across much of the state. Accumulations stay light, generally under an inch, but with temps dropping into the 20s and winds gusting to 30 miles an hour, travel could turn dicey. The weekend recovers nicely. Saturday brings sunshine and highs in the upper 40s to mid-50s. Sunday bounces back near 70 out west, 60s elsewhere. Next week turns more seasonal, with another chance of rain and snow by Tuesday and Wednesday. Spring equinox is just two weeks away, but winter's got one more card to play. Enjoy today's warmth while you've got it. For the extended outlook, check the latest forecast as confidence improves. That's your forecast — we'll be back tomorrow.

Good evening. South Dakota. I'm Aaron Jolly. Right now, we're sitting at a comfortable 44 degrees under clear skies. But that's just the opening act. Tomorrow brings a wild preview of spring. Highs are going to soar into the 60s and even the 70s. That's running about 25 degrees warmer than usual for early March. In the next 24 hours. Tonight, the state stays mostly mild. Eastern South Dakota drops to 34 degrees. And you might see some patchy fog develop after 3 A.M. Central South Dakota also settles near 34 under clear skies. Out west, you're looking at 35 degrees with partly cloudy skies. Thursday tells a completely different story. Central South Dakota surges to 70 degrees under mostly sunny skies. Western South Dakota tops out at 72. Eastern South Dakota reaches 63 after the morning fog clears. Winds pick up everywhere, gusting 20 to 30 miles an hour by afternoon. But enjoy it while you can. A storm system crashes in Thursday night. Eastern South Dakota sees rain developing late. Western and Central South Dakota get a messy rain-snow mix. By Friday, temperatures crash. Central South Dakota drops to 38 degrees with 1 to 3 inches of snow possible. Western South Dakota holds at 43, but gusts howl to 40 miles an hour. Eastern South Dakota stays mild at 57 but deals with steady rain. The weekend recovers nicely. Saturday brings sunshine statewide with highs in the upper 40s to mid 50s. Sunday warms back into the 60s. One more thing — tonight's full moon rises at sunset. With clear skies early, it will be a beauty. We're also gaining nearly 3 minutes of daylight each day now. Spring equinox sits just two weeks away. For the extended outlook, check the latest forecast as confidence improves. That's your forecast — we'll be back tomorrow.

Good morning. South Dakota. I'm Aaron Jolly. That gray blanket outside your window? Dense fog has settled across eastern South Dakota overnight. Visibility has dropped to a quarter mile or less in spots from Watertown to Sisseton. A Dense Fog Advisory is in effect until noon, so give yourself extra time on the roads this morning. In the next 24 hours. But here's the payoff. Once that fog burns off, we're looking at temperatures running about 20 degrees above normal for early March. Eastern South Dakota climbs to 56 degrees this afternoon under partly sunny skies. Head west and it gets even warmer. Central South Dakota hits 67 degrees with sunshine. Out in the Black Hills region? You're looking at a stunning 68 degrees. Tonight stays mild with lows around 34 to 39 degrees. Patchy fog may redevelop toward morning. And if the clouds break, catch the full moon rising. Thursday gives us one more warm day with highs in the mid to upper 60s. Then everything changes. A storm system arrives Thursday night. Rain spreads across the state, with a few thunderstorms possible in the southeast. As colder air sweeps in Friday, that rain transitions to snow. Highs Friday drop into the upper 30s and 40s. Some light accumulation is possible Friday night, especially in central and western areas. The weekend recovers nicely. Saturday brings sunshine and highs in the low 50s. Sunday warms back into the low to mid 60s. Monday could touch 70 degrees in some spots. Another system brings rain and snow chances by Tuesday, with highs cooling back into the 40s. We're gaining nearly three minutes of daylight each day now. Spring equinox sits just two weeks away. For the extended outlook, check the latest forecast as confidence improves. That's your forecast — we'll be back tomorrow.

Good evening. South Dakota. I'm Aaron Jolly. Step outside right now and you'll feel something rare for early March. Thirty five degrees under crystal clear skies. Quiet. Calm. Almost suspiciously pleasant. That's a ridge of high pressure parked right over us, keeping everything stable tonight. In the next 24 hours. Lows dip to the upper 20s across central South Dakota. Low 30s elsewhere. Nothing dramatic. But if you're an early riser in the eastern counties, watch for patchy fog developing after 2 A.M. That morning commute could get a little hazy. Now. Wednesday is the headliner. A southerly wind cranks up, pulling warm air straight out of the plains. Highs soar into the upper 60s out west. Mid 50s east. That's 20 degrees above normal, folks. Gusts hit 25 miles an hour by afternoon, but honestly, who cares when it feels like April? Thursday keeps the party going. Upper 60s statewide under partly sunny skies. Then the plot twist arrives Thursday night. A Colorado low starts tracking northeast. And rain spreads across eastern counties. Thunderstorms are even possible before midnight. Lows hold in the low 40s east, upper 20s west. Friday gets messy. Rain through the morning transitions to a wintry mix by afternoon. Eastern South Dakota takes the worst of it. Rain changing to snow by evening with northeast gusts hitting 30 miles an hour. That raw, damp cold that cuts through everything. Western counties see snow earlier but light. Under an inch. By Friday night, it's all snow statewide before tapering off. The weekend bounces back fast. Saturday clears out with sunshine and low 50s. Sunday pushes into the low 60s. Early next week? Upper 60s Monday before another rain chance rolls in Tuesday. Charge your phone, enjoy tomorrow's warmth. And save your snow complaints for Friday. For the extended outlook, check the latest forecast as confidence improves. That's your forecast — we'll be back tomorrow.

Good evening. South Dakota. I'm Aaron Jolly. What a wild ride we've in store. We're sitting at 34 degrees right now under mainly clear skies, but by this afternoon. Parts of South Dakota will surge into the upper 60s. That's nearly 20 degrees above normal for early March. In the next 24 hours. If you're waking up in eastern South Dakota, watch your step. Dense fog developed overnight, dropping visibility to a quarter mile or less. The Glacial Lakes region and areas near Watertown and Sisseton are seeing the worst of it. You'll want to give yourself extra time for the morning commute. That fog should lift by 8 A.M. Out west, it's a completely different scene. Rapid City and the Black Hills wake up to clear skies. Sunshine takes temperatures to 68 degrees this afternoon. Central South Dakota also stays sunny with a high near 67 degrees. Eastern South Dakota sees a cooler high near 56 degrees. Clouds hang tough through midday before some clearing arrives. Tonight, skies stay partly cloudy statewide. Lows dip into the mid-30s. Step outside after dark and catch the full moon rising. It's our last full moon of winter, with the spring equinox just two weeks away. Here's your heads-up for the week ahead. Thursday brings another unseasonably warm day with highs in the mid-to-upper 60s. But changes arrive Thursday night. A strong storm system moves in with rain and thunderstorms. By Friday, that rain could mix with or change to snow as temperatures plunge. Some accumulation is possible, especially in central and western areas. The weekend looks quieter. Saturday and Sunday bring sunshine with highs in the 50s and 60s. Today's high reaches 68 degrees out west, 67 degrees central. And 56 degrees east. Sunrise at 23 degrees:59 A.M., sunset at 6:20 P.M. We're gaining nearly three minutes of daylight today. Grab those sunglasses if you're heading west. For the extended outlook, check the latest forecast as confidence improves. Take care That's your forecast — we'll be back tomorrow.

Good morning. Maine. I'm DJ Huzz. A cold front ripped through overnight and split this state clean in half. Western South Dakota woke up to sunshine and 50-degree warmth. Eastern South Dakota? You got the raw end of the deal. Overcast skies, a stubborn snow band. and 2 to 3 inches piling up across Brookings County. In the next 24 hours. Here's what happened. That front dragged Canadian air south. and a compact disturbance riding the northwest flow is wringing out moisture across the northeast corner. The snow tapers off by mid-afternoon, but a Winter Weather Advisory stays in effect until 3 P.M. For Brookings and surrounding areas. If you're traveling Highway 14, take it slow. Roads are slick. Now the temperature story. Out west, you're climbing to 50 degrees under blue skies, with gusts punching up to 35 miles an hour. Central South Dakota hits 39. Eastern areas stay locked in the mid-30s where clouds hang tough. Tonight, the bottom drops out hard. Lows crash to 8 degrees in the east, 11 central, 19 west. Wind chills will flirt with zero by sunrise. Sunday brings a brief cooldown. Highs only reach 29 east, 37 central, 47 west. but that Arctic high slides east fast. Next week looks like spring showed up early. Monday warms into the 40s and 50s statewide with a chance of rain or snow. By Thursday, eastern South Dakota could hit 63 degrees. Western areas push 60. We're gaining nearly 3 minutes of daylight each day now. The spring equinox is just 20 days out. If you're in the snow band today. and enjoy that sunshine out west while you've got it. That's your forecast — we'll be back tomorrow. For the extended outlook, check the latest forecast as confidence improves. Stay safe, stay prepared. and enjoy the day.

Good morning! I'm Aaron Jolly. And welcome to the South Dakota Weather Podcast — it's Thursday, February 26th. Step outside right now and that 16-degree bite will wake you up fast. But hold on.. Because by this afternoon, you'll be peeling off layers like it's April. We're talking a 40-degree temperature swing today. Clear skies and a gusty west wind push us into the mid-50s to near 60 degrees. That's 15 degrees warmer than normal for late February. Central South Dakota gets the strongest gusts — 30 miles an hour this afternoon. Combine that with bone-dry air and you've got high fire danger. Skip the burn pile today. Eastern South Dakota climbs to 56 degrees under wall-to-wall sunshine. West winds pick up to 25 miles an hour by midday. Tonight settles to 31 degrees with mostly clear skies. Western South Dakota wins the warm spot. Rapid City hits 60 degrees with gusts over 30 miles an hour. Tonight stays milder at 36 degrees. Friday keeps the mild streak alive — mid-50s to low 60s again. But A cold front crashes through Friday night with snow on its heels. Eastern and central South Dakota could wake up to light accumulations Saturday. Highs drop back into the 20s and 30s. Winter's got one more punch left. Next week brings another warm-up. By Wednesday, we're back in the upper 50s and low 60s. We're gaining nearly three minutes of daylight today. The spring equinox is just three weeks out. Winter's losing its grip. Today's your day to get outside. Soak in that sunshine and dramatic warm-up. Just watch the fire danger across central South Dakota. That's your forecast — we'll be back tomorrow.

Good morning! I'm Aaron Jolly. And welcome to the South Dakota Weather Podcast — it's Wednesday, February 25th. You're sitting at 16 degrees right now.. And the state's about to split three ways. **Eastern South Dakota, you've got the messy afternoon ahead.** Snow rolls in by noon and sticks around until 7 P.M. The heaviest stuff hits around 4 P.M., right when you're thinking about heading home. Most spots see less than an inch, but watch for those narrow bands from Chamberlain to Parker — they could drop 2 to 3 inches. Visibility tanks fast when it's coming down. You'll climb from 18 degrees at 6 A.M. to 34 by 3 P.M. Winds flip from northeast to southeast around 1 P.M. **Western South Dakota, you dodge the worst of it.** Quick rain and snow mix around 5 A.M., then partly sunny skies take over. You warm up beautifully — 51 degrees by 4 P.M. before cooling to 31 overnight. Winds gust to 18 miles an hour around 2 P.M. Not a bad day out west. **Central South Dakota, you're somewhere in between.** Snow hits between 7 and 9 A.M., peaking around 8 A.M. with less than half an inch. Lows drop to 22 around 5 A.M., feeling like 13 degrees with the wind. Then you jump to 41 by 3 P.M. Tonight, eastern areas could see another light snow round before 8 P.M. Lows drop to the low 20s statewide. **Looking ahead:** Thursday brings sunshine and serious warming — 50s across the board with breezy west winds gusting to 32 miles an hour. Friday hits 60 degrees and feels like spring. Then reality crashes back in. That Arctic front arrives Friday night with snow and a temperature nosedive — back to the 20s and 30s for the weekend. Drive slow if you're in the east this afternoon. That's your forecast — we'll be back tomorrow.

Good morning! I'm Aaron Jolly. And welcome to the South Dakota Weather Podcast — it's Tuesday, February 24th. Step outside and that wind will slap you awake faster than coffee. We're at 25 degrees right now, but hold on.. Today gets weird. The wind is the star of this show. Gusts hit 40 miles an hour around 11 A.M. That's strong enough to wrestle your trash cans down the street. But here's the twist: while the wind screams, temperatures actually climb. Eastern South Dakota, you're in for a wild ride. You start at 18 degrees this morning and rocket to 48 by 2 P.M. That's a 30 degree jump in eight hours. Winds shift southwest around 7 A.M., gusting to 20 miles an hour. Tonight you crash to 19 degrees. Wednesday brings reality back with snow likely — under an inch — and highs only hitting 34. Central South Dakota takes the wind's full punch. Gusts to 30 miles an hour around noon. You hit 48 by 4 P.M., then plummet to 23 by 4 A.M. Wednesday's snow arrives as a rain-snow mix. Less than half an inch expected. Western South Dakota, your day runs backward. You peak at 50 around 5 A.M., then slowly slide to 27 by dawn tomorrow. Gusts to 29 miles an hour this morning ease by afternoon. Light snow returns tonight after 11 P.M. Looking ahead: Wednesday's light snow spreads statewide. Most see a dusting to an inch, but narrow bands could drop two to three. Thursday sunshine returns with highs rebounding to the upper 40s and 50s. The weekend? Another cold blast. Saturday struggles to reach 30, with lows near 10. Slight chance of snow both days. One critical note: today's wind creates high to very high grassland fire risk across central South Dakota. Skip any outdoor burning. That's your forecast — we'll be back tomorrow.

Good morning! I'm Aaron Jolly. And welcome to the South Dakota Weather Podcast — it's Monday, February 23rd. Step outside right now and you'll feel minus 2 degrees biting at your face. But hold on.. Because what happens next is wild. We're talking about a 50-degree temperature swing by this afternoon. Western South Dakota? You're rocketing to 58 degrees by 2 PM. That's nearly 60 degrees warmer than sunrise. Central South Dakota climbs to 46 degrees by 4 PM. Eastern South Dakota takes the scenic route, topping out at 31 degrees. But here's the catch. The wind makes this morning brutal. Eastern South Dakota, you're feeling minus 7 degrees around 8 AM even though the thermometer reads 3 degrees. Central South Dakota? Wind chills drop to minus 11 degrees around 6 AM. Western South Dakota sees winds shift from south to west around 7 AM, gusting to 17 miles an hour. Tonight stays surprisingly mild. Western South Dakota holds at 34 degrees overnight. Yes, 34 degrees. Central South Dakota dips to 28 degrees. Eastern South Dakota cools to 20 degrees, rising to 24 degrees by morning. Then reality crashes the party Tuesday. A cold front sweeps through, bringing snow chances. Western South Dakota drops from 49 degrees to 27 degrees overnight, with a 40 percent chance of light snow after 11 PM. Central South Dakota sees a 50 percent chance of snow Wednesday. Eastern South Dakota gets scattered snow showers Tuesday morning, then a mix of rain and snow Wednesday. The week ahead? Wednesday brings the best snow chance east of the Missouri River. Light accumulations, but slick roads. Thursday and Friday rebound fast — highs in the 50s and 60s return. Western South Dakota hits 60 degrees Friday. The weekend cools back to the 30s with lingering snow chances. Soak in today's warmth while you can. Winter's taking a coffee break, not retiring. That's your forecast — we'll be back tomorrow.