Wyoming, USA – A dim, cloud-heavy dawn settles over the Wind River Basin as damp pavement and a cold unsettled breeze hint at the lingering Winter Tease sweeping across western Wyoming. Light rain and slushy flakes drift over foothills before sunrise, creating small pockets of reduced visibility for early travelers eyeing the start of Thanksgiving trips.
According to the National Weather Service in Riverton, rain and snow showers continue this morning before easing from west to east through the early afternoon. Drivers should watch for slick zones across the foothills, especially near the South Pass corridor, where brief bursts of wet snow may collect on windshields. Residents heading out early should carry warm layers and allow a few extra minutes for changing road conditions.
According to meteorologists, the western mountains hold the best chance for light accumulation, though valley floors stay mostly wet. Models hint at steadier clearing Tuesday as calmer air settles into Fremont County. Sunshine returns, but the cold snap lingers with morning lows dipping toward the upper 20s. That warm-to-cold transition may create isolated frost on rural bridges before sunrise Wednesday—something early Thanksgiving travelers should watch closely.
According to Wyoming DOT, crews continue monitoring high-elevation passes, especially Togwotee and South Pass, where crosswinds and quick snow bursts often develop with little warning. Travelers heading toward Casper, Jackson, or the Utah line should check advisories twice daily and keep emergency supplies in their vehicles.
A quieter midweek pattern follows, and Wednesday looks crisp and bright across Riverton. The weekend trends seasonable, giving residents a solid window for holiday decorating, leaf cleanup, or supply runs before Thanksgiving week tightens. After all, November often hides sudden turns, and another system may build early next week.
Five-Day Forecast for Riverton, WY:
Mon: 51/39 – Rain/snow chance early; breezy and cool.
Tue: 53/33 – Partly sunny; calmer winds.
Wed: 52/27 – Mostly sunny; cold morning start.
Thu: 48/26 – Sunny; crisp fall chill.
Fri: 48/23 – Mostly sunny; light breeze.
