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Sioux Falls, SD Weather: Rain, 30 MPH Gusts Before Friday Freeze Nov 6
Sioux Falls, SD — Residents across Sioux Falls, Minnehaha County and southeastern South Dakota…
By Natalie Rhodes · 2026-11-03T22:35:20.391Z
Sioux Falls, SD — Residents across Sioux Falls, Minnehaha County and southeastern South Dakota should prepare for a sharp change in weather this week, with rain and wind gusts reaching 30 mph through Wednesday before a hard freeze risk develops Friday and Saturday mornings.
According to the National Weather Service in Sioux Falls, rain and windy conditions will continue Tuesday night, Nov. 3, and Wednesday, Nov. 4, while temperatures remain seasonably cool.
Forecasters are specifically urging residents to watch for a hard freeze Friday and Saturday mornings, when winds are expected to weaken and overnight temperatures could fall below freezing.
Tuesday evening will remain unsettled, with periods of rain and gusty winds. Wind gusts could reach approximately 30 mph, potentially creating difficult conditions for drivers traveling on exposed roads.
Wednesday will bring additional light rain or drizzle, accompanied by breezy conditions and another round of wind gusts near 30 mph.
Afternoon temperatures are expected to reach approximately 46 degrees Wednesday before cooler overnight conditions develop.
Thursday, Nov. 5, will mark the beginning of a drier weather pattern, with decreasing winds and afternoon highs near 47 degrees.
Overnight temperatures are forecast to fall to approximately 31 degrees.
Friday morning, Nov. 6, presents the greatest cold weather concern, with temperatures near 30 degrees in the displayed forecast and the potential for colder readings in some surrounding locations.
Residents should consider protecting sensitive outdoor plants and checking exposed outdoor water fixtures before temperatures fall below freezing.
Saturday morning, Nov. 7, will bring another opportunity for freezing conditions before afternoon temperatures climb to approximately 55 degrees.
By Sunday, Nov. 8, highs could reach 58 degrees as the region experiences a gradual warming trend.
The extended forecast remains dry well into next week, offering a break from the rain and wind affecting the region early this week.
Residents should monitor updated National Weather Service forecasts for localized freeze conditions.