Riverton, WY –A major spring storm is expected to impact central Wyoming starting early Thursday, bringing snow, strong winds, and hazardous travel to areas including Riverton, Lander, and Shoshoni.
According to the National Weather Service in Riverton, a Winter Storm Watch remains in effect from 6 a.m. Thursday to 12 p.m. Friday. Forecasters predict total snow accumulations between 3 and 6 inches with wind gusts reaching 45 mph across the Green Mountains, Rattlesnake Range, Wind River Basin, and Lander Foothills.
Commuters should prepare for difficult travel conditions Thursday morning and evening. U.S. Route 26 and surrounding roads could become slick and visibility may be reduced due to blowing snow. Local authorities advise checking road conditions via Wyoming DOT’s website before traveling.
The most intense snowfall is expected Thursday during the day, with winds remaining blustery into Thursday night. Scattered snow showers are likely to persist through Friday morning, creating lingering impacts ahead of the weekend.
5-Day Riverton Spring Weather Outlook:
- Wednesday: High near 76°F, breezy and partly sunny.
- Wednesday Night: Rain and snow likely, becoming windy with gusts to 29 mph. Low near 33°F.
- Thursday: Snow likely. High of 41°F. North winds 16–18 mph, gusting to 41 mph.
- Thursday Night: Snow showers and gusts near 26 mph. Low near 25°F.
- Friday: Scattered snow, mostly cloudy. High near 40°F.
- Saturday–Monday: Mostly sunny, highs in the mid-40s to low 60s.
