Cheyenne, WY – Snow showers and plunging temperatures are sweeping across southern Wyoming today, bringing a wintery mix to areas along the Interstate 80 corridor. Highs will struggle to reach 41 degrees in Chadron and are forecasted to drop to 27 degrees in Saratoga. Travelers should brace for challenging driving conditions with gusty north-to-northwest winds reaching 25 to 30 mph.
According to the U.S. National Weather Service in Cheyenne, the skies will clear tonight, allowing temperatures to plummet even further. Overnight lows could dip to a bone-chilling 6 degrees in Saratoga and around 19 degrees in Sidney. With dry but cold air settling in, drivers should prepare for freezing roads and reduced visibility, especially during the late evening hours.
Thursday morning lows across the state will see frigid conditions, with Casper and Laramie dipping into the teens and other areas potentially below 20 degrees. Winds are expected to calm overnight, shifting from northwest to a lighter westerly breeze by morning, but the cold air will linger, keeping road surfaces icy and challenging for morning commuters.
The five-day forecast suggests colder-than-average conditions will persist through the weekend, with temperatures remaining in the 30s to low 40s. Residents across Wyoming should continue to monitor updates, especially if traveling through high-risk areas along I-80 or in elevated regions prone to snow accumulation.
For ongoing updates, the National Weather Service urges locals to stay informed of changing conditions and avoid non-essential travel during peak snow showers. Emergency services recommend carrying extra warm clothing, food, and water in vehicles in case of delays.
