Cheyenne, WY – It may not feel like snow yet, but October typically marks the first snowfall of the season across southeastern Wyoming and the Nebraska Panhandle.
According to the National Weather Service in Cheyenne, the city’s average first snow date—October 8—has already passed, while nearby Scottsbluff, Nebraska, usually sees its first flakes around October 22.
The NWS noted wide year-to-year variability: Cheyenne’s earliest first snow fell on September 8, 2020, and its latest on November 17, 2016. For Scottsbluff, records show the first snow as early as September 11, 1974, and as late as December 9, 1963.
Last year, Cheyenne’s first measurable snow arrived on October 30, while Scottsbluff didn’t record its first until November 24.
Despite these averages, meteorologists say there’s currently no snowfall in the forecast for either city. The region continues to experience mild early-fall temperatures, though seasonal patterns suggest that could change within the next few weeks.
Residents are advised to stay weather-aware as colder conditions approach. Early preparation—such as checking vehicle tires and home heating systems—can help avoid surprises once the first snow arrives.
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