Sioux Falls, South Dakota – Travel across central and southeastern South Dakota could be dangerous into early Wednesday, as wind gusts over 60 mph and bands of wet snow combine to reduce visibility below a half mile—especially along and north of Highway 14 and into southwestern Minnesota.
According to the National Weather Service in Sioux Falls, snow will continue through Tuesday evening before tapering off west to east by daybreak Wednesday. Winds will remain gusty through the afternoon, with gusts exceeding 60 mph likely along the Missouri River counties and 50–55 mph elsewhere. Reduced visibility, slick roads, and blowing snow are creating hazardous travel conditions in areas like Brookings, Marshall, and Pipestone.
Southwestern Minnesota is expected to see the highest additional snowfall totals, with 1–3 inches possible by Wednesday morning in cities such as Redwood Falls and Montevideo. Most of eastern South Dakota will see less than an inch, but with blowing and drifting snow still a concern overnight.
Drivers should avoid non-essential travel, especially in open areas prone to wind and drifting snow. High-profile vehicles may struggle on exposed highways like I-90 and I-29. Visibility may remain limited through early Wednesday.
Winter storm alerts remain in effect for portions of the region. Winds will gradually decrease into Wednesday afternoon, but localized travel impacts may linger.
