Sioux Falls, SD – The National Weather Service is warning of dangerously cold conditions across South Dakota Sunday night into Monday, with wind chills expected to drop between -15°F and -25°F. The most extreme cold is forecast early Monday morning, coinciding with Martin Luther King Jr. Day, as northwest winds increase to 15–25 mph.
According to the US National Weather Service Sioux Falls, wind chills below zero will persist through Monday afternoon, keeping the region locked in a deep freeze. Locations such as Brookings, Chamberlain, Sioux City, and Yankton may all experience temperatures capable of causing frostbite in as little as 30 minutes.
Residents are urged to limit outdoor exposure, wear layers, and ensure pets and elderly neighbors are protected. The agency also advises checking car batteries and preventing frozen pipes as temperatures plummet.
The cold stretch follows a week of snow showers and blustery winds, with additional light snow possible in some areas late Sunday. Conditions are expected to gradually improve by midweek, though temperatures will remain well below average for January.
Safety Tips:
- Stay indoors if possible.
- Cover exposed skin to prevent frostbite.
- Protect pets and check on vulnerable neighbors.
- Prepare vehicles with jumper cables and emergency kits.
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