Cheyenne, WY – Record-breaking warmth is gripping southeast Wyoming and the Nebraska Panhandle, with temperatures already hitting the upper 70s and 80s and more records potentially falling through the weekend.
According to the National Weather Service in Cheyenne, Thursday marked the warmest March day on record for cities including Cheyenne, Laramie, and Rawlins. Cheyenne reached 79 degrees, breaking a record that had stood since 1879, while nearby Alliance and Sidney, Nebraska surged to 85 degrees, setting new daily records.
Communities across the region, including Scottsbluff and Chadron, also saw record highs, with temperatures climbing into the mid-80s. This level of warmth is highly unusual for March and is running well above seasonal averages.
The heat is expected to persist into Friday and Saturday, with temperatures potentially climbing even higher and challenging newly set records. Dry conditions accompanying the warmth may also elevate fire risk across the High Plains.
Residents should stay hydrated and remain cautious with outdoor activities that could spark fires. Additional records are possible in the coming days as this rare early-season heat continues.
