Southeast Wyoming is set to experience continued cool and unsettled weather through at least Wednesday, April 2, with a mix of rain, snow, and thunderstorms possible, according to the National Weather Service (NWS) office in Cheyenne.
Strong winds will accompany the precipitation, with gusts reaching up to 45 mph in some areas.
The NWS reports that scattered rain showers will transition into snow showers in some locations, with occasional rumbles of thunder possible. The highest chance for slushy snow accumulation is expected along the Douglas-to-Chadron corridor, though forecast uncertainty remains.
Cheyenne Forecast:
Today (Tuesday): Partly sunny with a high near 48°F. Breezy conditions with west-northwest winds at 20-25 mph and gusts up to 40 mph.
Tonight: A 20% chance of snow showers after midnight. Mostly cloudy with a low around 26°F. Winds could reach 40 mph.
Wednesday: Partly sunny with a high near 44°F. Windy conditions will persist, with gusts up to 45 mph.
Thursday: Snow showers likely in the afternoon, with a 60% chance of precipitation and a high near 37°F.
Friday-Saturday: Continued chances of snow showers before clearer weather moves in on Sunday.
Laramie Forecast:
Today: A 20% chance of snow showers before noon. High near 40°F with windy conditions and gusts up to 40 mph.
Tonight: Mostly cloudy with a low of 22°F. Winds remain strong.
Wednesday: Partly sunny, high of 37°F, and gusty winds up to 40 mph.
Thursday-Friday: Increased chances of snow showers, with up to 60% precipitation likelihood.
The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) has reported multiple crashes and slick conditions across Interstate 80, particularly overnight from March 31 into April 1. As of Tuesday morning, eastbound I-80 from Rawlins to Laramie remained closed due to crashes, with reopening estimated between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Westbound lanes remain open but are slick, with extreme blow-over risks due to high winds.
Truck drivers and motorists have reported standstills near Elk Mountain due to road conditions. WYDOT continues to advise travelers to check road conditions through 511 or WyoRoad.info before heading out.
While strong winds and winter-like conditions will dominate the rest of the week, a warming trend is expected to begin Monday, with sunny skies and temperatures reaching the upper 50s by the start of next week. Until then, residents should be prepared for fluctuating conditions, with occasional snow showers and gusty winds making travel hazardous in some areas.
For updated forecasts and travel advisories, check with the National Weather Service Cheyenne or WYDOT.
With input from County 10, Cap City News, and KGAB AM 650.
