South Dakota High Wind Warning | Effective 04/23/2026 11:00

Headline: 
High Wind Warning issued April 23 at 12:00PM MDT until April 23 at 6:00PM MDT by NWS Rapid City SD
Event: 
High Wind Warning
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
April 23, 2026 - 11:00am
Expires: 
April 23, 2026 - 5:00pm
Description: 
* WHAT...Northwest winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 65 mph. * WHERE...Butte, Harding, Northern Meade Co Plains, Northern Perkins, Southern Meade Co Plains, Southern Perkins, Sturgis/Piedmont Foothills, and Pennington Co Plains. * WHEN...Until 6 PM MDT this evening. * IMPACTS...The high winds may damage roofs, small outbuildings, and signs. Power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Strong winds can cause blowing dust, reduced visibility, and flying debris.
Instruction: 
A high wind warning means 40 mph winds, or gusts over 60 mph, are expected or occurring. If you are outdoors, watch for flying or falling objects that may injure you. Use caution if you must drive.
Area Description: 
Harding; Northern Perkins; Butte; Northern Meade Co Plains; Pennington Co Plains; Sturgis/Piedmont Foothills; Southern Meade Co Plains; Southern Perkins
Forcast Office: 
NWS Rapid City SD
Sender: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov