Sioux Falls, S.D. – Scattered showers will linger across eastern South Dakota through early Friday, keeping roads damp and skies overcast before a welcome stretch of dry, warmer weather arrives this weekend.
According to the National Weather Service in Sioux Falls, rain chances range from 40% to 70% Thursday and continue into Friday morning with spotty showers and breezy conditions. Highs will stay mild, reaching the low to mid-60s through Friday, with overnight lows dipping into the 30s and 40s across much of the state.
Cities like Brookings, Yankton, and Mitchell could see light rain during the evening commute and again overnight. Travel impacts should be minimal, though wet roads and gusty winds may affect visibility and driving conditions. Residents are advised to check local updates and avoid unnecessary travel during peak rain periods.
Relief arrives by Friday evening as clouds clear out and temperatures climb. Highs will surge into the upper 60s and low 70s Saturday, reaching the mid-70s by Sunday in areas like Pierre, Watertown, and Rapid City—marking one of the warmest weekends of the spring so far.
Rain chances drop to near zero after Friday, but NWS will issue further advisories if conditions change.
