South Dakota – Breath hangs in the air this morning as light winds drift across frozen ground. Snow crunches underfoot, even where streets look quiet. Winter remains firmly in control, and conditions may turn hazardous quickly.
According to the National Weather Service in Sioux Falls, light snow chances continue at times today and again tonight, mainly west of the James River. An inch or less of accumulation is expected, but cold pavement increases the risk for slick travel. Wind chills as cold as 15 to 25 degrees below zero are likely Friday into early Saturday, creating dangerous exposure conditions.
In Sioux Falls, highs struggle to reach the upper teens today, with northeast winds adding bite. Tonight brings lows near minus 3. Friday stays cold and mostly sunny, topping out near 9 degrees. Even brief flurries can reduce visibility and traction, especially on untreated roads. Plan extra time if driving during the evening hours.
Saturday brings slightly milder air, with highs near 19. Winds may gust over 20 mph, pushing wind chills back into the single digits. Light snow becomes more likely by Saturday night, though significant accumulation is not expected. Any melting during daylight hours may refreeze quickly after sunset, increasing the flash-freeze risk on bridges and overpasses.
Sunday offers some relief. Highs climb into the low 30s, though clouds and a chance of light snow linger early. Monday trends quieter and seasonable, with highs near 31. Farther out, colder air remains nearby while warmer air builds to the south, setting up sharp contrasts across the region.
Bundle up, limit time outdoors during peak cold, and keep winter kits in vehicles. How are road conditions where you live this morning?
Five Day Outlook for Sioux Falls, South Dakota
Today: Mostly cloudy, high near 17
Friday: Mostly sunny, very cold, high near 9
Saturday: Mostly sunny, breezy, high near 19
Sunday: Chance of snow early, mostly cloudy, high near 33
Monday: Partly sunny, high near 31
