Blizzard Warning Issued for South Central and Southeast South Dakota Through Monday Morning
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NOAA issued it on April 6, 2026, 4 months ago. Warnings of this kind stay in effect for hours to a few days, so this page is a historical record of what was issued, not a current warning. For conditions where you are right now, check weather.gov (US), weather.gc.ca (Canada), the Met Office (UK), or the Bureau of Meteorology (Australia).
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The National Weather Service has issued a Blizzard Warning for multiple South Dakota counties, forecasting 60 mph wind gusts and whiteout conditions starting Sunday morning.
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- Record type
- Blizzard Warning
- Affected area
- South Central and Southeast South Dakota
- Issued
- April 6, 2026
- Issuing authority
- NWS Sioux Falls SD
Winter notices differ by expected impact and timing. The original notice carries the forecast window and any travel guidance for the named area.
Record status: historical. It was issued 4 months ago; use the issuing agency's live warning service for current conditions in South Central and Southeast South Dakota.
Alert Details
A Blizzard Warning has been issued by the National Weather Service in Sioux Falls, SD. The alert is effective from early Sunday morning through early Monday morning.
Affected Areas
The warning impacts portions of south central and southeast South Dakota, specifically including the following counties:
- Gregory
- Brule
- Aurora
- Davison
- Hanson
- McCook
- Charles Mix
- Douglas
- Hutchinson
What You Should Do
Residents are advised that travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If travel is absolutely necessary, ensure you have a winter survival kit in your vehicle. In the event that you become stranded, stay with your vehicle to remain safe. For the latest road conditions in your state, call 5-1-1.
Expected Conditions
Blizzard conditions are expected to develop, featuring total snow accumulations between 2 and 4 inches. The primary hazard is extreme wind, with gusts forecast as high as 60 mph. These conditions will create whiteouts, making travel extremely dangerous or impossible. Additionally, the strong winds may cause tree damage and slippery road conditions.
Timeline
The Blizzard Warning is in effect from 4:00 AM CDT on Sunday, March 15, until 1:00 AM CDT on Monday, March 16.
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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