CHEYENNE, Wyo. — Cheyenne residents can expect strong winds and elevated fire risks today, with colder temperatures and snow likely Sunday. The National Weather Service in Cheyenne has issued warnings for portions of southeast Wyoming, including red flag warnings and high wind warnings.
Wind gusts reaching 50–60 mph are forecast along the Interstate 80 corridor between Laramie and Rawlins from late morning through the afternoon. Low humidity levels, some dropping below 10%, combined with these winds can create dangerous fire conditions. Residents are urged to avoid activities that could spark wildfires.
A cold front will sweep through the region late Saturday night, bringing significantly cooler temperatures and a chance of snow Sunday. The highest elevations in the Snowy and Sierra Madre ranges could see accumulations of 2–5 inches, with lighter snowfall likely eastward. Daytime highs will drop into the 30s and 40s Sunday, with nighttime lows in the teens.
Looking ahead, dry conditions are expected Monday and Tuesday before another potential snow system moves through by midweek.
Detailed Forecast for Cheyenne
- Today: Expect mostly sunny skies with a high near 62. Southwest winds will range from 5 to 10 mph.
- Tonight: Skies will be partly cloudy, with a low around 31. West winds are expected at around 10 mph.
- Sunday: A chance of sprinkles is possible after 11 a.m., with increasing clouds and a high near 47. West-northwest winds will blow at 10–15 mph.
- Sunday Night: Snow is possible before 11 p.m., transitioning to flurries afterward. Skies will be mostly cloudy, gradually clearing overnight, with a low around 18. North winds will range from 5 to 15 mph, and there is a 30% chance of precipitation.
- Monday: Sunny conditions are forecast, with a high near 41. West winds will be between 10 and 15 mph.
- Monday Night: Skies will be mostly cloudy, with a low near 22.
- Tuesday: There is a slight chance of snow between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m., followed by a chance of rain and snow. Skies will be mostly cloudy, with a high near 46. The chance of precipitation is 30%.
- Tuesday Night: Rain and snow are possible before 7 p.m., transitioning to snow later in the evening. Expect mostly cloudy skies and a low around 25.
- Wednesday: A chance of snow is forecast under mostly cloudy skies, with a high near 35.
- Wednesday Night: Snow remains possible, with mostly cloudy skies and a low near 16.
- Thanksgiving Day: A slight chance of snow is expected, with mostly sunny skies and a high near 36.
- Thursday Night: Skies will be partly cloudy, with a low near 16.
- Friday: Mostly sunny conditions are expected, with a high near 39.
