Cheyenne, Wyoming – A High Wind Watch is in effect tonight through Monday morning for wind-prone corridors along Interstate 80, creating hazardous travel conditions across southeast Wyoming.
According to the National Weather Service in Cheyenne, the High Wind Watch begins at 8 PM Sunday and remains in effect until 8 AM Monday for typical wind-prone areas along the Laramie Range. Forecast conditions include sustained winds of 25 to 35 mph, with wind gusts reaching up to 60 mph possible during the overnight hours.
The highest risk areas include the I-80 Summit, Bordeaux, and surrounding foothills, where strong crosswinds frequently develop under west-to-northwest flow. Gusts between 50 and 55 mph are considered likely in these zones, particularly late tonight through early Monday morning.
Travel impacts are expected to be most significant for high-profile and lightweight vehicles, including campers, recreational vehicles, and tractor-trailers. Sudden gusts may cause loss of vehicle control, especially on exposed stretches of I-80 between Cheyenne, Laramie, and Arlington.
The National Weather Service advises motorists to use caution if travel is necessary overnight and early Monday. Drivers should be prepared for sudden wind bursts, reduced vehicle stability, and the potential for temporary travel restrictions if conditions worsen.
Wind conditions are expected to gradually improve later Monday morning as the strongest gusts diminish. However, travelers should continue to monitor updated forecasts and possible upgrades to warnings if confidence in higher wind speeds increases.
Commuters, freight operators, and students returning to campuses along the I-80 corridor may experience delays during the Monday morning travel window.
For the latest road conditions, drivers are encouraged to check wyoroad.info and follow guidance from local authorities.
