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Sioux Falls, SD Weather Oct. 22–24: 80° Heat, Wind and Rain
Sioux Falls, SD – Residents across Sioux Falls and southeastern South Dakota could experience unusually warm temperatures, increasing winds and elevated fire weather concerns heading into the weekend.
By Owen Prescott · 2026-10-21T21:31:58.772Z
Sioux Falls, SD – Residents across Sioux Falls and southeastern South Dakota could experience unusually warm temperatures, increasing winds and elevated fire weather concerns heading into the weekend. Highs could reach 83 degrees Friday, Oct. 23, 2026, before a changing weather pattern brings increasing rain chances Saturday, Oct. 24.
According to the National Weather Service NWS Sioux Falls office, another quiet night is expected Wednesday, Oct. 21, before breezy conditions develop Thursday, Oct. 22. Winds are forecast to strengthen Friday, creating potentially hazardous conditions for outdoor burning.
Temperatures Climb Near 80 Degrees Thursday, Oct. 22
Wednesday night, Oct. 21, will remain relatively quiet, with overnight temperatures ranging from 44 to 50 degrees across the forecast region.
By Thursday, Oct. 22, temperatures are expected to climb between 75 and 80 degrees, accompanied by breezy conditions.
The combination of warm temperatures and increasing winds could begin raising fire weather concerns, particularly in areas with dry vegetation.
Gusty Winds Raise Fire Concerns Friday, Oct. 23
Friday, Oct. 23, is expected to bring the strongest winds of the period, with afternoon temperatures reaching 77 to 83 degrees.
The NWS warns that warm and breezy to windy conditions during the latter part of the week will lead to elevated fire concerns, especially Friday.
Residents should use caution with outdoor burning, equipment that produces sparks and other activities that could ignite dry grass or vegetation.
Rain Chances Return Friday and Expand Saturday, Oct. 24
A shift in the weather pattern will bring precipitation chances back into the region Friday, Oct. 23.
The NWS forecast graphic indicates approximately a 30% chance of precipitation Friday, with more widespread rain chances expected beginning Saturday, Oct. 24.
Although rainfall could provide some relief from dry conditions, the timing and coverage remain subject to forecast changes.
Residents across Sioux Falls, Minnehaha County and surrounding southeastern South Dakota communities should monitor updated forecasts, particularly those planning outdoor burning, travel or weekend activities.