South Dakota – A cold, blue-gray dawn settles over the Sioux Empire as shallow fog pools in low valleys and glides across open fields west of I-29. Headlights slice through the haze, and crisp air brushes rooftops across Minnehaha and Lincoln Counties. The quiet scene carries a subtle urgency: fog may linger in spots this morning, and a quick shift toward warmer, drier air Friday raises fire danger for parts of the region.
According to the National Weather Service in Sioux Falls, patchy fog may persist through early morning, reducing visibility and creating isolated slick spots where temperatures flirt with freezing. Residents heading out near rural stretches or river corridors should slow down and allow extra travel time. Sunshine returns once the fog lifts, pushing temperatures into the upper 50s to near 60 with a light south wind.
According to local emergency managers, Friday brings a different challenge. Warmth and drier air increase the fire danger across portions of southeast South Dakota and southwest Minnesota. Gusts near 20 mph may develop in open country, making it easier for fires to spread quickly. Residents should avoid burning and secure outdoor equipment that could spark.
Saturday stays mostly sunny with highs near the mid-50s, while winds turn north and increase briefly. Sunday offers clear skies and another cool but pleasant day for late-fall chores or early holiday prep. According to NWS Sioux Falls, a small system arrives Monday, bringing a 30 percent chance of rain and a subtle “winter tease” as temperatures fall into the upper 40s. No snow is expected in Sioux Falls, but a slight mix could appear in higher terrain north of the city if temperatures dip by evening.
After all, November often brings fast-turning patterns as the region moves closer to Thanksgiving.
Five-Day Forecast for Sioux Falls, SD:
Fri: 60/45 – Sunny; breezy late.
Sat: 56/30 – Mostly sunny; gusty north winds.
Sun: 52/34 – Sunny; cool.
Mon: 47/32 – Chance of rain; colder trend.
Tue: 44/30 – Mostly sunny; crisp air.
