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Wind gusts up to 75 mph to rock Wyoming ahead of heavy snow

CASPER, Wyo. — Some areas of Wyoming can expect strong winds starting Wednesday night ahead of spring snowstorms expected to move in late Thursday, according to National Weather Service offices... Read more »

05/18/22 10:11 AM

Severe storms are possible in Cheyenne Tuesday

05/16/22 12:41 PM

NWS: 13% cloud cover forecast in Cheyenne for Sunday night lunar eclipse

05/15/22 8:40 PM

NWS: Southeast Wyo to see highs in the 80s, thunderstorm risk, and possible snow by next weekend

05/15/22 8:54 AM

High wind warning issued for southeast Wyoming Saturday; 60 mph gusts expected

05/14/22 12:28 PM

Portions of I-25, I-80 closed to light, high-profile vehicles amid high winds Friday

05/13/22 3:10 PM

Cheyenne now expecting mostly clear skies for total lunar eclipse, latest NWS forecast shows

CASPER, Wyo. — With a total lunar eclipse set to occur on Sunday night, Cheyenne can now expect mostly clear skies, the latest forecast from the National Weather Service in... Read more »

05/13/22 10:53 AM

Wind closures on I-25 in Wyoming; Highway to Yellowstone’s East Entrance closed due to winter conditions

CASPER, Wyo. — There are some highway closures in effect across Wyoming on Friday morning due to weather conditions, according to WYDOT. Interstate 25 is facing wind closures between Cheyenne... Read more »

05/13/22 10:09 AM

Wheatland, Chugwater area seeing 79 mph wind gusts; WYDOT reporting blowovers near Cheyenne

CASPER, Wyo. — A wind-prone area along Interstate 25 in Wyoming is seeing wind gusts near 80 mph on Thursday afternoon and I-80 is seeing “active blowovers” amid strong winds,... Read more »

05/12/22 5:07 PM

Cheyenne skies to be partly cloudy during Sunday’s total lunar eclipse

CHEYENNE, Wyo. — Cheyenne skies may be partly cloudy during Sunday’s total lunar eclipse, the forecast from the National Weather Service in Cheyenne shows. If clouds aren’t blocking the view,... Read more »

05/12/22 2:00 PM

WYDOT: Wind closures on I-80 from Cheyenne to Laramie amid 60+ mph gusts; hail on I-25

CASPER, Wyo. — Areas along Interstate 80 are seeing wind gusts in excess of 60 mph, and hail advisories are in effect on portions of I-25 on Thursday afternoon in... Read more »

05/12/22 12:38 PM

I-25 closed to light, high-profile vehicles from Douglas to Wheatland Saturday afternoon

CASPER, Wyo. — High winds have prompted the closure of Interstate 25 from Wheatland to Douglas to light, high-profile vehicles Saturday afternoon. The Wyoming Department of Transportation announced the closure... Read more »

05/07/22 5:13 PM

After warm and breezy Saturday, snow showers possible overnight into Mother’s Day in SE Wyoming

CHEYENNE, Wyo. — Southeast Wyoming should see a warm and breezy Saturday followed by overnight rain and snow showers, according to the National Weather Service (NWS) in Cheyenne. Cheyenne could... Read more »

05/07/22 9:23 AM

VIDEO: Total lunar eclipse will be easy to see over Wyoming skies if weather cooperates

CASPER, Wyo. — A total lunar eclipse is expected to occur on the evening of Sunday, May 15, and should be easily visible with the naked eye if weather cooperates.... Read more »

05/05/22 9:36 AM

Cheyenne’s weekend forecast shows possible rain and high wind

Cheyenne, Wyo. — High winds are in the forecast on Friday, and the National Weather Service has implemented a High Wind Watch that will be in effect through the day.... Read more »

05/05/22 9:31 AM

Heavy snow expected in Wyoming mountains; I-80 corridor could see snow, rain, thunderstorms

Heavy snow is expected in some Wyoming mountains from Tuesday afternoon through Wednesday morning, National Weather Service (NWS) forecasts for the region show. In southeast Wyoming, 5–10 inches of snow... Read more »

05/03/22 10:14 AM

Wintry mix coming to southeast Wyoming Sunday night

CHEYENNE, Wyo. — Confidence in widespread precipitation is increasing for southeast Wyoming from Sunday evening into Monday, but the precipitation type and timing remains uncertain, according to the National Weather... Read more »

04/30/22 9:34 PM

Thunderstorms rolling into Wyoming Thursday afternoon; Nebraska panhandle could see ping-pong-size hail

CHEYENNE, Wyo. — Thunderstorms are possible in areas of Wyoming starting Thursday afternoon and the storms could produce some hail and strong winds, according to the National Weather Service (NWS).... Read more »

04/28/22 1:36 PM

Elevated fire weather ahead of Wyoming storms; Heavy snow in the Black Hills starting Friday evening

CASPER, Wyo. — Some areas of Wyoming are expected to see elevated fire weather Wednesday and Thursday before a chance of rain and mountain snow returns on Thursday evening, according... Read more »

04/27/22 11:19 AM

I-90 reopens as some closures lift in northeast Wyoming Sunday

For the latest road and travel conditions, visit the Closures and Advisories page on the Wyoming Department of Transportation website. CASPER, Wyo. — All closures on Interstate 90 have lifted... Read more »

04/24/22 3:41 PM

I-90 remains closed Sunday morning as snow lingers in the Big Horns

CASPER, Wyo. — Interstate 90 remains closed from the Montana state line to Sundance on Sunday morning. As of midnight last night, the Wyoming Department of Transportation said the estimated... Read more »

04/24/22 8:53 AM

UPDATE: I-80 reopens to most traffic; high winds, winter weather impacting all interstate travel

UPDATE: Closures due to winter conditions on I-80 have lifted as of 1:48 p.m., WYDOT said. Closures to light, high-profile vehicles due to high winds remain in effect between Elk... Read more »

04/23/22 12:58 PM

I-80 facing wind closures in SE Wyoming; chain law in effect over Teton Pass with snow falling in the west

CASPER, Wyo. — Some highways and interstates in Wyoming have travel restrictions and/or hazard advisories in effect as of 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, according to the Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT).... Read more »

04/19/22 3:39 PM

I-25 closed to light, high profile vehicles from Colorado to Wheatland Sunday amid 65+ mph gusts

CHEYENNE, Wyo. – Interstate 25 is closed to light, high-profile vehicles from the Colorado state line to Wheatland Sunday morning, the Wyoming Department of Transportation said. A vehicle rollover south... Read more »

04/17/22 11:12 AM

I-80 closures across Wyoming could last until early Thursday

CASPER, Wyo. — Closures impacting travel along much of the Interstate 80 corridor in Wyoming on Wednesday afternoon are estimated to last until early Thursday morning, according to the Wyoming... Read more »

04/13/22 1:28 PM

I-80 Laramie–Rawlins closes to all traffic due to crashes and winter conditions Wednesday

CASPER, Wyo. — Interstate 80 is closed to all traffic between Laramie and Rawlins as of 10:50 a.m. Wednesday, according to the Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT). WYDOT reports that... Read more »

04/13/22 10:58 AM

I-80 closed between Cheyenne and Laramie; strong winds, blowing snow causing near white-out conditions

CASPER, Wyo. — Interstate 80 is closed to all traffic in both directions between Cheyenne and Laramie as of 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, according to the Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT).... Read more »

04/12/22 9:43 AM

Southern Wyoming mountains could see up to 16 inches of snow; 65 mph gusts possible on I-80, I-25 on Tuesday

CASPER, Wyo. — Southern mountains in Wyoming are expected to receive some significant snowfall between Monday evening and noon Wednesday, with 6–12 inches possible in the Snowy Range and 8–16... Read more »

04/11/22 12:59 PM

UPDATE: I-80 reopens Sunday morning from Cheyenne to Laramie after closure due to crashes, winter conditions

UPDATE: The Wyoming Department of Transportation announced the reopening of I-80 between Laramie and Cheyenne at 10:24 a.m. Sunday. CASPER, Wyo. — Winter conditions and crashes have closed Interstate 80... Read more »

04/10/22 8:39 AM

Winter weather and high winds bringing travel impacts in eastern Wyoming overnight

CHEYENNE, Wyo. — High winds and winter weather will impact eastern Wyoming roadways overnight and into Sunday evening, according to the National Weather Service (NWS) in Cheyenne. 2–4 inches of... Read more »

04/09/22 6:50 PM

2–5 inches of snowfall possible in the Laramie Range overnight; more snowfall next week in SE Wyoming

CHEYENNE, Wyo. — The full range of spring weather concerns will be in effect in southeast Wyoming this weekend, with fire weather conditions Saturday giving way to thunderstorm chances and... Read more »

04/09/22 9:57 AM

‘Prolonged high wind event’ expected in Wyoming Monday–Wednesday; 75+ mph gusts expected on interstates

CASPER, Wyo. — A potent weather system will bring “a prolonged high wind event” to Wyoming from Monday through Wednesday, with 75+ mph gusts on major interstates, according to the... Read more »

04/03/22 12:21 PM

Above-normal precipitation, below-normal temps expected in Wyo April 9–15

CASPER, Wyo. — “Don’t get too used to the warm temperatures we’re going to see the next few days,” the National Weather Service said: The NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center’ 8–14... Read more »

04/02/22 1:40 PM

PHOTOS: After teasing chance to glimpse Northern Lights in Wyoming, NWS in Riverton captures ‘dancing colors in the sky’

CASPER, Wyo. — On Wednesday, the National Weather Service (NWS) in Riverton forecast the possibility that people might be able to glimpse the Aurora Borealis during the evening hours. “If... Read more »

03/31/22 9:09 AM

VIDEO: Northern Lights may be visible in Wyoming on Wednesday night; NWS in Riverton gives viewing tips

The Aurora Borealis, or “Northern Lights,” may be visible from Wyoming on Wednesday night. The Aurora is a result of coronal mass ejections, which are “large expulsions of plasma and... Read more »

03/30/22 10:48 AM

Record-high temps expected, fire weather danger advised Sunday and Monday in SE Wyoming

CASPER, Wyo. — Unseasonably warm weather, afternoon breezes and a dry air mass are expected to topple records and bring elevated fire weather danger in Wyoming on Sunday and Monday,... Read more »

03/27/22 1:55 PM

Record high temps possible in SE Wyoming before rains turns to snow on Tuesday

CHEYENNE, Wyo. — Temperatures will be well above average in southeastern Wyoming this weekend, with near-record-to-record high temperatures possible on Sunday and Monday, according to the National Weather Service (NWS)... Read more »

03/26/22 8:28 AM

Cheyenne under snow squall warning Tuesday afternoon

CASPER, Wyo. — A snow squall warning is in effect until 6:30 p.m. MDT for I-180, I-25, I-80, and US-30 near Cheyenne, the National Weather Service (NWS) said, with “dangerous,... Read more »

03/22/22 6:15 PM

WYDOT: Multiple crashes, slide-offs on I-80 in Wyoming amid snow squalls

CASPER, Wyo. — Interstate 80 in the Elk Mountain area has seen multiple crashes and slide-offs on Tuesday afternoon, according to the Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) District 1. WYDOT... Read more »

03/22/22 3:16 PM

Snow squall warnings issued along I-80 in Wyoming; whiteout conditions amid 40 mph wind gusts possible

CASPER, Wyo. — Heavy bursts of snow have been occurring in southeast Wyoming on Tuesday afternoon and snow squall warnings have been issued for portions of Interstate 80, according to... Read more »

03/22/22 2:36 PM

Vernal equinox marks the start of spring in northern hemisphere Sunday morning

CASPER, Wyo. — The first day of spring begins Sunday at 9:33 a.m. MDT, which is marked by the arrival of the vernal (spring) equinox, according to the National Weather Service... Read more »

03/20/22 9:18 AM

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Wind gusts up to 75 mph to rock Wyoming ahead of heavy snow

Severe storms are possible in Cheyenne Tuesday

NWS: 13% cloud cover forecast in Cheyenne for Sunday night lunar eclipse

NWS: Southeast Wyo to see highs in the 80s, thunderstorm risk, and possible snow by next weekend

High wind warning issued for southeast Wyoming Saturday; 60 mph gusts expected

Portions of I-25, I-80 closed to light, high-profile vehicles amid high winds Friday

Cheyenne now expecting mostly clear skies for total lunar eclipse, latest NWS forecast shows

Wind closures on I-25 in Wyoming; Highway to Yellowstone’s East Entrance closed due to winter conditions

Wheatland, Chugwater area seeing 79 mph wind gusts; WYDOT reporting blowovers near Cheyenne

Cheyenne skies to be partly cloudy during Sunday’s total lunar eclipse

WYDOT: Wind closures on I-80 from Cheyenne to Laramie amid 60+ mph gusts; hail on I-25

I-25 closed to light, high-profile vehicles from Douglas to Wheatland Saturday afternoon

After warm and breezy Saturday, snow showers possible overnight into Mother’s Day in SE Wyoming

VIDEO: Total lunar eclipse will be easy to see over Wyoming skies if weather cooperates

Cheyenne’s weekend forecast shows possible rain and high wind

Heavy snow expected in Wyoming mountains; I-80 corridor could see snow, rain, thunderstorms

Wintry mix coming to southeast Wyoming Sunday night

Thunderstorms rolling into Wyoming Thursday afternoon; Nebraska panhandle could see ping-pong-size hail

Elevated fire weather ahead of Wyoming storms; Heavy snow in the Black Hills starting Friday evening

I-90 reopens as some closures lift in northeast Wyoming Sunday

I-90 remains closed Sunday morning as snow lingers in the Big Horns

UPDATE: I-80 reopens to most traffic; high winds, winter weather impacting all interstate travel

I-80 facing wind closures in SE Wyoming; chain law in effect over Teton Pass with snow falling in the west

I-25 closed to light, high profile vehicles from Colorado to Wheatland Sunday amid 65+ mph gusts

I-80 closures across Wyoming could last until early Thursday

I-80 Laramie–Rawlins closes to all traffic due to crashes and winter conditions Wednesday

I-80 closed between Cheyenne and Laramie; strong winds, blowing snow causing near white-out conditions

Southern Wyoming mountains could see up to 16 inches of snow; 65 mph gusts possible on I-80, I-25 on Tuesday

UPDATE: I-80 reopens Sunday morning from Cheyenne to Laramie after closure due to crashes, winter conditions

Winter weather and high winds bringing travel impacts in eastern Wyoming overnight

2–5 inches of snowfall possible in the Laramie Range overnight; more snowfall next week in SE Wyoming

‘Prolonged high wind event’ expected in Wyoming Monday–Wednesday; 75+ mph gusts expected on interstates

Above-normal precipitation, below-normal temps expected in Wyo April 9–15

PHOTOS: After teasing chance to glimpse Northern Lights in Wyoming, NWS in Riverton captures ‘dancing colors in the sky’

VIDEO: Northern Lights may be visible in Wyoming on Wednesday night; NWS in Riverton gives viewing tips

Record-high temps expected, fire weather danger advised Sunday and Monday in SE Wyoming

Record high temps possible in SE Wyoming before rains turns to snow on Tuesday

Cheyenne under snow squall warning Tuesday afternoon

WYDOT: Multiple crashes, slide-offs on I-80 in Wyoming amid snow squalls

Snow squall warnings issued along I-80 in Wyoming; whiteout conditions amid 40 mph wind gusts possible

Vernal equinox marks the start of spring in northern hemisphere Sunday morning

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Wind gusts up to 75 mph to rock Wyoming ahead of heavy snow

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Numerous Laramie County Planning and Development fees likely to jump sharply soon

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Helen Mirren, Harrison Ford to star in ‘Yellowstone’ prequel

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