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Sioux Falls, SD: Rain Expands Sunday, Continues Into Tuesday Nov 3
Sioux Falls, SD – Residents across southeastern South Dakota and surrounding communities should prepare for several days of unsettled weather as light Halloween weekend showers give way to more widesp
By Claire Benton · 2026-10-30T21:23:41.773Z
Sioux Falls, SD – Residents across southeastern South Dakota and surrounding communities should prepare for several days of unsettled weather as light Halloween weekend showers give way to more widespread rainfall late Sunday and into early next week.
According to the National Weather Service in Sioux Falls, rain chances will continue through the weekend, with a more organized period of rainfall expected from late Sunday, November 1, through Tuesday, November 3.
Forecasters expect conditions to begin drying out by Wednesday.
Light Rain Expected Through Halloween
Scattered light showers are forecast Friday evening, October 30, with overnight temperatures ranging from 45 to 52 degrees.
On Halloween Saturday, October 31, occasional light rain will remain possible throughout the day.
High temperatures are expected to range from 59 to 64 degrees.
The National Weather Service says showers will likely remain relatively light during the weekend, although wet roads could affect some outdoor activities and evening travel.
More Widespread Rain Arrives Sunday Night
Sunday will bring a brief opportunity for drier conditions during daylight hours before another round of precipitation moves into the region.
High temperatures Sunday are forecast between 59 and 65 degrees.
More widespread rain is expected to develop late Sunday and continue Monday, when highs will range from 58 to 65 degrees.
Rain chances are expected to persist Tuesday as temperatures cool, with highs between 49 and 59 degrees.
Drivers may encounter wet pavement and reduced visibility during periods of rainfall, particularly during early week commutes.
Drier Weather Expected Wednesday
By Wednesday, November 4, the National Weather Service expects improving conditions, with partly cloudy skies and highs between 50 and 57 degrees.
The forecast does not indicate a specific severe weather threat or provide projected rainfall totals.
Residents planning Halloween activities or early week travel should continue checking updated forecasts as the timing and coverage of rain become clearer.