CHEYENNE, Wyo. — Gusty winds are expected to continue across southeast Wyoming on Wednesday, especially in wind-prone areas. A high wind warning is in effect, with gusts reaching 45–50 mph in some locations, according to the National Weather Service in Cheyenne. Winds are predicted to strengthen around sunrise. Conditions are drier following yesterday’s storm, which has stalled over Montana.
Cooler temperatures are expected today, though they will remain near normal for this time of year. Thursday will see a gradual warming trend as dry conditions persist through early Friday. Patchy fog may form early, but it will likely dissipate by sunrise.
Looking to the weekend, the autumnal equinox brings an active weather pattern. High temperatures will reach the 80s east of the Interstate 25 corridor, with 70s expected to the west. Fire weather concerns will remain elevated due to dry air and breezy winds.
A significant weather system is projected for Sunday, bringing potential rain to drought-stricken areas and the first measurable snowfall above 10,000 feet in the Snowy Range Mountains. Highs will drop into the upper 40s to low 60s.
Detailed Forecast for Cheyenne
- Today: It will be sunny, with a high near 75. Winds will come from the southwest at 10–15 mph, with gusts reaching up to 25 mph.
- Tonight: Expect mostly clear skies, with a low around 44. Winds from the west-northwest will blow at 10–15 mph, with gusts of up to 25 mph.
- Thursday: The day will be sunny, with a high near 77. Winds from the west-northwest at 10–15 mph will shift to the south in the afternoon.
- Thursday Night: Clear skies are forecast, with a low around 44. Winds from the south-southeast at 5–10 mph will shift to the west-northwest after midnight.
- Friday: The day will be sunny, with a high near 80. Winds will come from the west-northwest at 5–10 mph before shifting to the south-southeast in the afternoon.
- Friday Night: There is a 20% chance of showers before midnight. Skies will be partly cloudy, with a low around 48.
- Saturday: A slight chance of showers in the morning will increase to a chance of showers and thunderstorms after noon. It will be mostly sunny, with a high near 63. It will also be breezy, with a 50% chance of precipitation.
- Saturday Night: Showers and a possible thunderstorm are likely. Skies will be mostly cloudy, with a low around 38. Breezy conditions are expected.
- Sunday: There is a chance of showers. Skies will be partly sunny, with a high near 55. It will be breezy.
- Sunday Night: A slight chance of showers is forecast before midnight. Skies will be partly cloudy, with a low around 37.
- Monday: The day will be mostly sunny, with a high near 69.
- Monday Night: A slight chance of showers is expected. Skies will be partly cloudy, with a low around 41.
- Tuesday: There is a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms. The day will be mostly sunny, with a high near 68.
