South Dakota wakes up with wind tugging at coats and pavement holding onto leftover cold.
Early temperatures hover in the upper 30s, but strong north winds drive wind chills into the 20s. Melted snow has refrozen in spots, creating patchy slick areas on sidewalks and untreated roads. Drivers along I-29, I-90, and Highway 42 should allow extra braking distance this morning.
A few sprinkles or flurries drift through the area early. Accumulation stays minimal, but visibility briefly drops during passing bursts. Gusty winds continue, adding bite to the air and pushing loose snow across open stretches.
Conditions improve later today. Skies turn brighter, though highs only reach around 39 degrees. Winds gradually ease by evening, helping road conditions stabilize before sunset.
Tonight turns colder again. Lows fall near 17 degrees, locking in another refreeze. Any moisture left on pavement may harden overnight, especially on bridges and shaded roads.
Saturday brings noticeable improvement. Sunshine mixes with passing clouds, and highs climb to around 42 degrees. Winds stay breezy but manageable, and travel conditions look better through the afternoon.
Sunday delivers a bigger shift. Temperatures rise to near 50 degrees, offering a break from February chill. Snow cover continues to melt during the day, though refreezing remains possible after dark.
Early next week trends milder. Monday reaches the upper 50s, feeling almost springlike. By Tuesday, a slight chance of rain and snow returns, mainly during the day. Impacts appear limited, but timing could matter for commuters.
Looking into the 6–10 day outlook, above-normal temperatures become more likely across eastern South Dakota. Winter still has influence, but longer warm stretches are building.
For now, watch for slick spots this morning, brace for wind, and enjoy the gradual warm-up ahead.
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Five-Day Outlook – Sioux Falls, SD
- Today: Windy, chance of flurries. High near 39°
- Saturday: Partly sunny and breezy. High near 42°
- Sunday: Mostly sunny, milder. High near 50°
- Monday: Partly sunny and warm. High near 59°
- Tuesday: Slight chance of rain and snow. High near 44°
