Riverton, Wyo. – Thunderstorms with gusty winds and hail could disrupt travel across central Wyoming Friday, with the National Weather Service warning of severe storm potential through late evening. Drivers on highways near Riverton, Casper and Cody may face reduced visibility from heavy rain and blowing dust.
According to the National Weather Service office in Riverton, storms are expected to develop Friday afternoon and persist into the evening, bringing wind gusts up to 50 mph and isolated large hail. The strongest activity will target central portions of the state, including Fremont and Natrona counties.
Earlier air quality alerts tied to wildfire smoke from the Red Canyon Fire are set to expire by Thursday evening, but health officials continue to urge sensitive groups to limit outdoor exertion when smoke lingers.
Saturday will bring a brief break with more sunshine, but cooler weather and additional rounds of showers are likely starting Sunday and continuing into much of next week. The pattern shifts to daily storm chances through Thursday, with cooler highs in the upper 70s to low 80s.
Residents are advised to secure outdoor items, allow extra travel time during downpours, and keep weather alerts enabled on mobile devices. Storm chances remain in place across central and western Wyoming through Thursday.
Five Day Forecast for Riverton, Wyoming
- Friday: High near 86. Severe thunderstorms possible after 3 p.m., some with hail and damaging winds.
- Saturday: Mostly sunny, high near 86. Calm winds.
- Sunday: High near 82. Chance of afternoon thunderstorms, locally heavy rain possible.
- Monday: High near 80. Showers and storms likely in the afternoon and evening.
- Tuesday: High near 82. Additional storm chances continue with cooler nights in the mid-50s.
