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High Wind Warning 55, NWS Cheyenne, WY

December 15, 20254 counties in Wyoming

NWS Cheyenne, WY issued this high wind warning at Dec 15, 2025, 1:00 AM MST for 4 counties in Wyoming. It took effect at Dec 15, 2025, 5:00 PM MST. It was in force for 24 hr. 24 reports came from inside the area while it was in force.

The area

The counties it named, with what was reported inside it.

The facts

Issued
Dec 15, 2025, 1:00 AM MST (08:00 UTC)
In effect from
Dec 15, 2025, 5:00 PM MST
Expired
Dec 16, 2025, 5:00 PM MST
In force
24 hr
Issued by
NWS Cheyenne, WY

Counties Albany County, WY, Carbon County, WY, Laramie County, WY, Platte County, WY

The radar

The Cheyenne radar (KCYS), 88 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 08:05 UTC, the scan nearest the moment this went out.

Open the radar archive at this moment

The archived warnings, watches and discussions in force at that minute are drawn over the scan, this one among them.

What was reported inside it

TimeReportWhereRemark
Dec 16, 12:22 AM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 583 Nw Arlington, WYMesonet station WY22 2.7 NW Arlington (WYDOT).
Dec 16, 12:22 AM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 601 Sse Bordeaux, WYMesonet station KBRX 1.4 S Bordeaux (WYDOT).
Dec 16, 2:12 AM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 612 E Arlington, WYMesonet station WY23 1.6 E Arlington (WYDOT).
Dec 16, 2:56 AM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 591 Sse Bordeaux, WYMesonet station KBRX 1.4 S Bordeaux (WYDOT).
Dec 16, 5:42 AM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 581 Sse Bordeaux, WYMesonet station KBRX 1.4 S Bordeaux (WYDOT).
Dec 16, 5:42 AM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 583 Ese Elk Mountain, WYMesonet station WY20 2.5 SE Elk Mountain (WYDOT).
Dec 16, 6:32 AM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 583 Ese Elk Mountain, WYMesonet station WY20 2.5 SE Elk Mountain (WYDOT).
Dec 16, 6:32 AM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 621 Sse Bordeaux, WYMesonet station KBRX 1.4 S Bordeaux (WYDOT).
Dec 16, 7:12 AM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 703 Ese Elk Mountain, WYMesonet station WY20 2.5 SE Elk Mountain (WYDOT).
Dec 16, 7:36 AM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 661 Sse Bordeaux, WYMesonet station KBRX 1.4 S Bordeaux (WYDOT).
Dec 16, 8:12 AM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 583 Nw Arlington, WYMesonet station WY22 2.7 NW Arlington (WYDOT).
Dec 16, 8:26 AM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 651 Sse Bordeaux, WYMesonet station KBRX 1.4 S Bordeaux (WYDOT).
Dec 16, 9:22 AM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 583 Ese Elk Mountain, WYMesonet station WY20 2.5 SE Elk Mountain (WYDOT).
Dec 16, 9:22 AM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 651 Sse Bordeaux, WYMesonet station KBRX 1.4 S Bordeaux (WYDOT).
Dec 16, 9:26 AM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 626 Sw South Greeley High, WYMesonet station KWYH 6.5 N Natural Fort (WYDOT).
Dec 16, 10:02 AM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 603 Ese Elk Mountain, WYMesonet station WY20 2.5 SE Elk Mountain (WYDOT).
Dec 16, 10:12 AM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 581 Sse Bordeaux, WYMesonet station KBRX 1.4 S Bordeaux (WYDOT).
Dec 16, 10:16 AM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 615 E Buford, WYMesonet station WY29 4.8 E Buford (WYDOT).
Dec 16, 10:26 AM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 605 Nw Arlington, WYMesonet station WY21 5.5 NW Arlington (WYDOT).
Dec 16, 10:36 AM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 607 Nw Elk Mountain, WYMesonet station WY18 Halleck Ridge (WYDOT).
Dec 16, 10:42 AM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 583 Nw Arlington, WYMesonet station WY22 2.7 NW Arlington (WYDOT).
Dec 16, 11:02 AM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 5811 Se Arlington, WYMesonet station WY25 10.7 SE Arlington (WYDOT).
Dec 16, 11:26 AM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 607 Nw Elk Mountain, WYMesonet station WY18 Halleck Ridge (WYDOT).
Dec 16, 11:46 AM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 623 Nw Arlington, WYMesonet station WY22 2.7 NW Arlington (WYDOT).

Local storm reports filed while the alert was in force, from inside its polygon or its counties.

The nearest sounding before it

Riverton, WY (KRIW), launched 00:00Z, 8.0 hours before the alert went out and 278 km from the middle of its area. This is the routine balloon launch nearest before it, the air the forecaster had in hand, not a measurement taken for the alert.

Skew-T log-pSkew-T log-p diagram, Riverton, WY at 00:00Z on 2025-12-15Temperature and dew point through the depth of the atmosphere, with the mixed-layer parcel. CAPE 0 joules per kilogram.LCL10008507005003002001001 km2 km3 km6 km9 km12 km-30°-20°-10°0°10°20°30°40°
Temperature in red, dew point in green, the mixed-layer parcel dashed.
HodographHodograph, Riverton, WY at 00:00Z on 2025-12-15The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 58 square meters per square second.193958Sfc1 km3 km6 km9 kmRMLM
The wind turning with height, colored by layer: ground to 1 km, 1 to 3 km, 3 to 6 km, 6 to 10 km.
Mixed-layer CAPE
0 J/kg
Mixed-layer CIN
No buoyant parcel
Mixed-layer LCL
4078 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
28 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
58 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
137 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
0.0

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The text

As transmitted.

482 
WWUS75 KCYS 150800
NPWCYS

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Cheyenne WY
100 AM MST Mon Dec 15 2025

WYZ110-152200-
/O.NEW.KCYS.HW.W.0055.251216T0000Z-251216T2200Z/
North Snowy Range Foothills-
Including the cities of Elk Mountain and Arlington
100 AM MST Mon Dec 15 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 3 PM MST 
TUESDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 30 to 45 mph with gusts around 65 mph expected.

* WHERE...North Snowy Range Foothills including Arlington and Elk 
  Mountain along Interstate 80.

* WHEN...From 5 PM this afternoon to 3 PM MST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be 
  hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including 
  campers and tractor trailers.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A High Wind Warning means a hazardous high wind event is expected or 
occurring. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 MPH or gusts of 58 
MPH or stronger can lead to property damage.

&&

$$

WYZ106-152200-
/O.NEW.KCYS.HW.A.0047.251216T0300Z-251216T1900Z/
Central Laramie Range and Southwest Platte County-
Including the cities of Bordeaux
100 AM MST Mon Dec 15 2025

...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THIS EVENING THROUGH TUESDAY 
MORNING...

* WHAT...West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph possible.

* WHERE...Bordeaux area along Interstate 25 between Chugwater and 
  Wheatland.

* WHEN...From this evening through Tuesday morning.

* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be 
  hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including 
  campers and tractor trailers.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A High Wind Watch means there is the potential for a hazardous high 
wind event. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 MPH or gusts of 58 
MPH or stronger may occur. Continue to monitor the latest forecasts.

&&

$$

WYZ116-117-152200-
/O.NEW.KCYS.HW.A.0047.251216T0300Z-251217T0000Z/
South Laramie Range-South Laramie Range Foothills-
Including the cities of Buford, Horse Creek, Federal, Vedauwoo,
Whitaker, and Pumpkin Vine
100 AM MST Mon Dec 15 2025

...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THIS EVENING THROUGH TUESDAY 
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...West winds 30 to 45 mph with gusts around 65 mph possible.

* WHERE...South Laramie Range and Foothills including the Interstate 
  80 Summit between Cheyenne and Laramie.

* WHEN...From this evening through Tuesday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be 
  hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including 
  campers and tractor trailers.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A High Wind Watch means there is the potential for a hazardous high 
wind event. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 MPH or gusts of 58 
MPH or stronger may occur. Continue to monitor the latest forecasts.

&&

$$

Trudel
5 follow-up statements
440 
WWUS75 KCYS 151946
NPWCYS

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Cheyenne WY
1246 PM MST Mon Dec 15 2025

WYZ106-161200-
/O.UPG.KCYS.HW.A.0047.251216T0300Z-251216T1900Z/
/O.EXB.KCYS.HW.W.0055.251216T0300Z-251216T1900Z/
Central Laramie Range and Southwest Platte County-
Including the cities of Bordeaux
1246 PM MST Mon Dec 15 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM THIS EVENING TO NOON MST 
TUESDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph possible.

* WHERE...Bordeaux area along Interstate 25 between Chugwater and 
  Wheatland.

* WHEN...From 8 PM this evening to noon MST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be 
  hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including 
  campers and tractor trailers.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A High Wind Watch means there is the potential for a hazardous high 
wind event. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 MPH or gusts of 58 
MPH or stronger may occur. Continue to monitor the latest forecasts.

&&

$$

WYZ116-117-161200-
/O.UPG.KCYS.HW.A.0047.251216T0300Z-251217T0000Z/
/O.EXB.KCYS.HW.W.0055.251216T0300Z-251217T0000Z/
South Laramie Range-South Laramie Range Foothills-
Including the cities of Pumpkin Vine, Vedauwoo, Whitaker, Horse
Creek, Buford, and Federal
1246 PM MST Mon Dec 15 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM THIS EVENING TO 5 PM MST 
TUESDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 30 to 45 mph with gusts around 65 mph possible.

* WHERE...South Laramie Range and Foothills including the Interstate 
  80 Summit between Cheyenne and Laramie.

* WHEN...From 8 PM this evening to 5 PM MST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be 
  hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including 
  campers and tractor trailers.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A High Wind Watch means there is the potential for a hazardous high 
wind event. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 MPH or gusts of 58 
MPH or stronger may occur. Continue to monitor the latest forecasts.

&&

$$

WYZ110-161200-
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0055.251216T0000Z-251216T2200Z/
North Snowy Range Foothills-
Including the cities of Elk Mountain and Arlington
1246 PM MST Mon Dec 15 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 3 
PM MST TUESDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts around 65 mph expected.

* WHERE...North Snowy Range Foothills including Arlington and Elk 
  Mountain along Interstate 80.

* WHEN...From 5 PM this afternoon to 3 PM MST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be 
  hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including 
  campers and tractor trailers.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A High Wind Warning means a hazardous high wind event is expected or 
occurring. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 MPH or gusts of 58 
MPH or stronger can lead to property damage.

&&

$$

Charnick
891 
WWUS75 KCYS 160838
NPWCYS

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Cheyenne WY
138 AM MST Tue Dec 16 2025

WYZ106-161900-
/O.NEW.KCYS.HW.A.0048.251217T1200Z-251218T1200Z/
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0055.000000T0000Z-251216T1900Z/
Central Laramie Range and Southwest Platte County-
Including the cities of Bordeaux
138 AM MST Tue Dec 16 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON MST TODAY...
...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM LATE TONIGHT THROUGH LATE 
WEDNESDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, west winds 30 to 40 mph with 
  gusts up to 65 mph.
  For the High Wind Watch, west winds 30 to 50 mph with gusts up to 
  80 mph possible.

* WHERE...Bordeaux area along Interstate 25 between Chugwater and 
  Wheatland.

* WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, until noon MST today. 
  For the High Wind Watch, from late tonight through late Wednesday 
  night.

* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be 
  hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including 
  campers and tractor trailers.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A High Wind Warning means a hazardous high wind event is expected or 
occurring. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 MPH or gusts of 58 
MPH or stronger can lead to property damage.

A High Wind Watch means there is the potential for a hazardous high 
wind event. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 MPH or gusts of 58 
MPH or stronger may occur. Continue to monitor the latest forecasts.

&&

$$

WYZ110-161900-
/O.NEW.KCYS.HW.A.0048.251217T1200Z-251218T1200Z/
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0055.000000T0000Z-251216T2200Z/
North Snowy Range Foothills-
Including the cities of Elk Mountain and Arlington
138 AM MST Tue Dec 16 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM MST THIS 
AFTERNOON...
...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM LATE TONIGHT THROUGH LATE 
WEDNESDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, west winds 30 to 40 mph with 
  gusts up to 65 mph.
  For the High Wind Watch, west winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 
  70 mph possible.

* WHERE...North Snowy Range Foothills including Arlington and Elk 
  Mountain along Interstate 80.

* WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, until 3 PM MST this afternoon. 
  For the High Wind Watch, from late tonight through late Wednesday 
  night.

* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be 
  hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including 
  campers and tractor trailers.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A High Wind Warning means a hazardous high wind event is expected or 
occurring. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 MPH or gusts of 58 
MPH or stronger can lead to property damage.

A High Wind Watch means there is the potential for a hazardous high 
wind event. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 MPH or gusts of 58 
MPH or stronger may occur. Continue to monitor the latest forecasts.

&&

$$

WYZ116-117-161900-
/O.NEW.KCYS.HW.A.0048.251217T1200Z-251218T1200Z/
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0055.000000T0000Z-251217T0000Z/
South Laramie Range-South Laramie Range Foothills-
Including the cities of Federal, Buford, Whitaker, Horse Creek,
Pumpkin Vine, and Vedauwoo
138 AM MST Tue Dec 16 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST THIS 
AFTERNOON...
...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM LATE TONIGHT THROUGH LATE 
WEDNESDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, west winds 25 to 35 mph with 
  gusts up to 60 mph.
  For the High Wind Watch, west winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 
  75 mph possible.

* WHERE...South Laramie Range and Foothills including the Interstate 
  80 Summit between Cheyenne and Laramie.

* WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, until 5 PM MST this afternoon. 
  For the High Wind Watch, from late tonight through late Wednesday 
  night.

* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be 
  hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including 
  campers and tractor trailers.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A High Wind Warning means a hazardous high wind event is expected or 
occurring. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 MPH or gusts of 58 
MPH or stronger can lead to property damage.

A High Wind Watch means there is the potential for a hazardous high 
wind event. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 MPH or gusts of 58 
MPH or stronger may occur. Continue to monitor the latest forecasts.

&&

$$

WYZ101-104-105-109-161900-
/O.NEW.KCYS.HW.A.0048.251217T1200Z-251218T0600Z/
Converse County Lower Elevations-Ferris/Seminoe/Shirley Mountains-
Shirley Basin-Central Carbon County-
Including the cities of Shirley Basin, Seminoe Dam, Douglas,
Glenrock, Medicine Bow, Deer Creek, Rawlins, and Bill
138 AM MST Tue Dec 16 2025

...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM LATE TONIGHT THROUGH WEDNESDAY 
EVENING...

* WHAT...West winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 70 mph possible.

* WHERE...Converse County Lower Elevations, Central Carbon County, 
  Ferris/Seminoe/Shirley Mountains, and Shirley Basin.

* WHEN...From late tonight through Wednesday evening.

* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be 
  hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including 
  campers and tractor trailers.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A High Wind Watch means there is the potential for a hazardous high 
wind event. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 MPH or gusts of 58 
MPH or stronger may occur. Continue to monitor the latest forecasts.

&&

$$

WYZ103-161900-
/O.NEW.KCYS.HW.A.0048.251217T1200Z-251218T0600Z/
North Laramie Range-
Including the cities of Garrett
138 AM MST Tue Dec 16 2025

...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM LATE TONIGHT THROUGH WEDNESDAY 
EVENING...

* WHAT...West winds 30 to 50 mph with gusts up to 85 mph possible.

* WHERE...North Laramie Range.

* WHEN...From late tonight through Wednesday evening.

* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be 
  hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including 
  campers and tractor trailers.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A High Wind Watch means there is the potential for a hazardous high 
wind event. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 MPH or gusts of 58 
MPH or stronger may occur. Continue to monitor the latest forecasts.

&&

$$

NEZ095-161900-
/O.NEW.KCYS.HW.A.0048.251217T1800Z-251218T0000Z/
Northern Sioux County-
Including the cities of Harrison
138 AM MST Tue Dec 16 2025

...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM WEDNESDAY MORNING THROUGH 
WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph possible.

* WHERE...Northern Sioux County.

* WHEN...From Wednesday morning through Wednesday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be 
  hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including 
  campers and tractor trailers.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A High Wind Watch means there is the potential for a hazardous high 
wind event. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 MPH or gusts of 58 
MPH or stronger may occur. Continue to monitor the latest forecasts.

&&

$$

WYZ102-107-108-115-118-119-161900-
/O.NEW.KCYS.HW.A.0048.251217T1800Z-251218T0300Z/
Niobrara County-East Platte County-Goshen County-Laramie Valley-
Central Laramie County-East Laramie County-
Including the cities of Laramie, Guernsey, Cheyenne, Pine Bluffs,
Lusk, Redbird, Bosler, Wheatland, and Torrington
138 AM MST Tue Dec 16 2025

...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM WEDNESDAY MORNING THROUGH 
WEDNESDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...West winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 70 mph possible.

* WHERE...Niobrara County, Central Laramie County, East Laramie 
  County, East Platte County, Goshen County, and Laramie Valley.

* WHEN...From Wednesday morning through Wednesday evening.

* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be 
  hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including 
  campers and tractor trailers.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A High Wind Watch means there is the potential for a hazardous high 
wind event. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 MPH or gusts of 58 
MPH or stronger may occur. Continue to monitor the latest forecasts.

&&

$$

CG
848 
WWUS75 KCYS 161853
NPWCYS

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Cheyenne WY
1153 AM MST Tue Dec 16 2025

WYZ106-170300-
/O.EXP.KCYS.HW.W.0055.000000T0000Z-251216T1900Z/
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.A.0048.251217T1200Z-251218T1200Z/
Central Laramie Range and Southwest Platte County-
Including the cities of Bordeaux
1153 AM MST Tue Dec 16 2025

...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE TONIGHT THROUGH LATE 
WEDNESDAY NIGHT...
...HIGH WIND WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT NOON MST TODAY...

* WHAT...West winds 30 to 50 mph with gusts up to 80 mph possible.

* WHERE...Bordeaux area along Interstate 25 between Chugwater and 
  Wheatland.

* WHEN...From late tonight through late Wednesday night.

* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be 
  hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including 
  campers and tractor trailers.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A High Wind Watch means there is the potential for a hazardous high 
wind event. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 MPH or gusts of 58 
MPH or stronger may occur. Continue to monitor the latest forecasts.

&&

$$

WYZ110-170300-
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0055.000000T0000Z-251216T2200Z/
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.A.0048.251217T1200Z-251218T1200Z/
North Snowy Range Foothills-
Including the cities of Arlington and Elk Mountain
1153 AM MST Tue Dec 16 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM MST THIS 
AFTERNOON...
...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE TONIGHT THROUGH LATE 
WEDNESDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, west winds 30 to 40 mph with 
  gusts up to 65 mph.
  For the High Wind Watch, west winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 
  80 mph possible.

* WHERE...North Snowy Range Foothills including Arlington and Elk 
  Mountain along Interstate 80.

* WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, until 3 PM MST this afternoon. 
  For the High Wind Watch, from late tonight through late Wednesday 
  night.

* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be 
  hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including 
  campers and tractor trailers.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A High Wind Warning means a hazardous high wind event is expected or 
occurring. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 MPH or gusts of 58 
MPH or stronger can lead to property damage.

&&

$$

WYZ116-117-170300-
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0055.000000T0000Z-251217T0000Z/
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.A.0048.251217T1200Z-251218T1200Z/
South Laramie Range-South Laramie Range Foothills-
Including the cities of Vedauwoo, Whitaker, Horse Creek, Buford,
Pumpkin Vine, and Federal
1153 AM MST Tue Dec 16 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST THIS 
AFTERNOON...
...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE TONIGHT THROUGH LATE 
WEDNESDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, west winds 25 to 35 mph with 
  gusts up to 60 mph.
  For the High Wind Watch, west winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 
  75 mph possible.

* WHERE...South Laramie Range and Foothills including the Interstate 
  80 Summit between Cheyenne and Laramie.

* WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, until 5 PM MST this afternoon. 
  For the High Wind Watch, from late tonight through late Wednesday 
  night.

* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be 
  hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including 
  campers and tractor trailers.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A High Wind Watch means there is the potential for a hazardous high 
wind event. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 MPH or gusts of 58 
MPH or stronger may occur. Continue to monitor the latest forecasts.

&&

$$

WYZ101-104-105-109-170300-
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.A.0048.251217T1200Z-251218T0600Z/
Converse County Lower Elevations-Ferris/Seminoe/Shirley Mountains-
Shirley Basin-Central Carbon County-
Including the cities of Rawlins, Glenrock, Douglas, Deer Creek,
Medicine Bow, Bill, Seminoe Dam, and Shirley Basin
1153 AM MST Tue Dec 16 2025

...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE TONIGHT THROUGH 
WEDNESDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...West winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 70 mph possible.

* WHERE...Converse County Lower Elevations, Central Carbon County, 
  Ferris/Seminoe/Shirley Mountains, and Shirley Basin.

* WHEN...From late tonight through Wednesday evening.

* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be 
  hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including 
  campers and tractor trailers.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A High Wind Watch means there is the potential for a hazardous high 
wind event. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 MPH or gusts of 58 
MPH or stronger may occur. Continue to monitor the latest forecasts.

&&

$$

WYZ103-170300-
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.A.0048.251217T1200Z-251218T0600Z/
North Laramie Range-
Including the cities of Garrett
1153 AM MST Tue Dec 16 2025

...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE TONIGHT THROUGH 
WEDNESDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...West winds 30 to 50 mph with gusts up to 85 mph possible.

* WHERE...North Laramie Range.

* WHEN...From late tonight through Wednesday evening.

* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be 
  hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including 
  campers and tractor trailers.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A High Wind Watch means there is the potential for a hazardous high 
wind event. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 MPH or gusts of 58 
MPH or stronger may occur. Continue to monitor the latest forecasts.

&&

$$

NEZ095-170300-
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.A.0048.251217T1800Z-251218T0000Z/
Northern Sioux County-
Including the cities of Harrison
1153 AM MST Tue Dec 16 2025

...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM WEDNESDAY MORNING THROUGH 
WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph possible.

* WHERE...Northern Sioux County.

* WHEN...From Wednesday morning through Wednesday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be 
  hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including 
  campers and tractor trailers.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A High Wind Watch means there is the potential for a hazardous high 
wind event. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 MPH or gusts of 58 
MPH or stronger may occur. Continue to monitor the latest forecasts.

&&

$$

WYZ102-107-108-115-118-119-170300-
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.A.0048.251217T1800Z-251218T0300Z/
Niobrara County-East Platte County-Goshen County-Laramie Valley-
Central Laramie County-East Laramie County-
Including the cities of Torrington, Guernsey, Laramie, Redbird,
Bosler, Pine Bluffs, Lusk, Cheyenne, and Wheatland
1153 AM MST Tue Dec 16 2025

...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM WEDNESDAY MORNING THROUGH 
WEDNESDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...West winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 70 mph possible.

* WHERE...Niobrara County, Central Laramie County, East Laramie 
  County, East Platte County, Goshen County, and Laramie Valley.

* WHEN...From Wednesday morning through Wednesday evening.

* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be 
  hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including 
  campers and tractor trailers.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A High Wind Watch means there is the potential for a hazardous high 
wind event. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 MPH or gusts of 58 
MPH or stronger may occur. Continue to monitor the latest forecasts.

&&

$$

MN
441 
WWUS75 KCYS 162150
NPWCYS

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Cheyenne WY
250 PM MST Tue Dec 16 2025

WYZ110-171215-
/O.EXP.KCYS.HW.W.0055.000000T0000Z-251216T2200Z/
/O.UPG.KCYS.HW.A.0048.251217T1200Z-251218T1200Z/
/O.NEW.KCYS.HW.W.0056.251217T1000Z-251218T1200Z/
North Snowy Range Foothills-
Including the cities of Arlington and Elk Mountain
250 PM MST Tue Dec 16 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM WEDNESDAY TO 5 AM MST 
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 40 to 50 mph with gusts up to 80 mph expected.

* WHERE...North Snowy Range Foothills including Arlington and Elk 
  Mountain along Interstate 80.

* WHEN...From 3 AM Wednesday to 5 AM MST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be 
  hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including 
  campers and tractor trailers.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A High Wind Warning means a hazardous high wind event is expected or 
occurring. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 MPH or gusts of 58 
MPH or stronger can lead to property damage.

&&

$$

WYZ116-171215-
/O.UPG.KCYS.HW.A.0048.251217T1200Z-251218T1200Z/
/O.NEW.KCYS.HW.W.0056.251217T1200Z-251218T1200Z/
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0055.000000T0000Z-251217T0000Z/
South Laramie Range-
Including the cities of Buford, Pumpkin Vine, and Vedauwoo
250 PM MST Tue Dec 16 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST THIS 
AFTERNOON...
...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM WEDNESDAY TO 5 AM MST 
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...For the first High Wind Warning, west winds 25 to 35 mph 
  with gusts up to 60 mph. For the second High Wind Warning, west 
  winds 40 to 50 mph with gusts up to 75 mph expected.

* WHERE...South Laramie Range including the Interstate 80 Summit 
  between Cheyenne and Laramie.

* WHEN...For the first High Wind Warning, until 5 PM MST this 
  afternoon. For the second High Wind Warning, from 5 AM Wednesday 
  to 5 AM MST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be 
  hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including 
  campers and tractor trailers.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A High Wind Warning means a hazardous high wind event is expected or 
occurring. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 MPH or gusts of 58 
MPH or stronger can lead to property damage.

&&

$$

WYZ117-171215-
/O.UPG.KCYS.HW.A.0048.251217T1200Z-251218T1200Z/
/O.NEW.KCYS.HW.W.0056.251217T1500Z-251218T1200Z/
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0055.000000T0000Z-251217T0000Z/
South Laramie Range Foothills-
Including the cities of Whitaker, Horse Creek, and Federal
250 PM MST Tue Dec 16 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST THIS 
AFTERNOON...
...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM WEDNESDAY TO 5 AM MST 
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...For the first High Wind Warning, west winds 25 to 30 mph 
  with gusts up to 45 mph. For the second High Wind Warning, west 
  winds 30 to 50 mph with gusts up to 85 mph expected.

* WHERE...South Laramie Range Foothills.

* WHEN...For the first High Wind Warning, until 5 PM MST this 
  afternoon. For the second High Wind Warning, from 8 AM Wednesday 
  to 5 AM MST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be 
  hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including 
  campers and tractor trailers.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A High Wind Warning means a hazardous high wind event is expected or 
occurring. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 MPH or gusts of 58 
MPH or stronger can lead to property damage.

&&

$$

WYZ101-171215-
/O.UPG.KCYS.HW.A.0048.251217T1200Z-251218T0600Z/
/O.NEW.KCYS.HW.W.0056.251217T1000Z-251218T0700Z/
Converse County Lower Elevations-
Including the cities of Glenrock, Douglas, Deer Creek, and Bill
250 PM MST Tue Dec 16 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM WEDNESDAY TO MIDNIGHT MST 
WEDNESDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...West winds 30 to 50 mph with gusts up to 80 mph expected.

* WHERE...Converse County Lower Elevations.

* WHEN...From 3 AM Wednesday to midnight MST Wednesday Night.

* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be 
  hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including 
  campers and tractor trailers.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A High Wind Warning means a hazardous high wind event is expected or 
occurring. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 MPH or gusts of 58 
MPH or stronger can lead to property damage.

&&

$$

WYZ103-171215-
/O.UPG.KCYS.HW.A.0048.251217T1200Z-251218T0600Z/
/O.NEW.KCYS.HW.W.0056.251217T1200Z-251218T0700Z/
North Laramie Range-
Including the cities of Garrett
250 PM MST Tue Dec 16 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM WEDNESDAY TO MIDNIGHT MST 
WEDNESDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...West winds 30 to 50 mph with gusts up to 90 mph possible.

* WHERE...North Laramie Range.

* WHEN...From 5 AM Wednesday to midnight MST Wednesday Night.

* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be 
  hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including 
  campers and tractor trailers.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A High Wind Warning means a hazardous high wind event is expected or 
occurring. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 MPH or gusts of 58 
MPH or stronger can lead to property damage.

&&

$$

WYZ104-105-109-171215-
/O.UPG.KCYS.HW.A.0048.251217T1200Z-251218T0600Z/
/O.NEW.KCYS.HW.W.0056.251217T1200Z-251218T0700Z/
Ferris/Seminoe/Shirley Mountains-Shirley Basin-Central Carbon
County-
Including the cities of Seminoe Dam, Shirley Basin, Medicine Bow,
and Rawlins
250 PM MST Tue Dec 16 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM WEDNESDAY TO MIDNIGHT MST 
WEDNESDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 70 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Central Carbon County, Ferris/Seminoe/Shirley Mountains, 
  and Shirley Basin.

* WHEN...From 5 AM Wednesday to midnight MST Wednesday Night.

* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be 
  hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including 
  campers and tractor trailers.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A High Wind Warning means a hazardous high wind event is expected or 
occurring. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 MPH or gusts of 58 
MPH or stronger can lead to property damage.

&&

$$

WYZ106-171215-
/O.UPG.KCYS.HW.A.0048.251217T1200Z-251218T1200Z/
/O.NEW.KCYS.HW.W.0056.251217T1500Z-251218T0700Z/
Central Laramie Range and Southwest Platte County-
Including the cities of Bordeaux
250 PM MST Tue Dec 16 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM WEDNESDAY TO MIDNIGHT MST 
WEDNESDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...West winds 35 to 55 mph with gusts up to 90 mph expected.

* WHERE...Bordeaux area along Interstate 25 between Chugwater and 
  Wheatland.

* WHEN...From 8 AM Wednesday to midnight MST Wednesday Night.

* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be 
  hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including 
  campers and tractor trailers.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A High Wind Warning means a hazardous high wind event is expected or 
occurring. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 MPH or gusts of 58 
MPH or stronger can lead to property damage.

&&

$$

WYZ107-171215-
/O.UPG.KCYS.HW.A.0048.251217T1800Z-251218T0300Z/
/O.NEW.KCYS.HW.W.0056.251217T1500Z-251218T0700Z/
East Platte County-
Including the cities of Guernsey and Wheatland
250 PM MST Tue Dec 16 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM WEDNESDAY TO MIDNIGHT MST 
WEDNESDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...West winds 30 to 50 mph with gusts up to 90 mph expected.

* WHERE...East Platte County.

* WHEN...From 8 AM Wednesday to midnight MST Wednesday Night.

* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be 
  hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including 
  campers and tractor trailers.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A High Wind Warning means a hazardous high wind event is expected or 
occurring. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 MPH or gusts of 58 
MPH or stronger can lead to property damage.

&&

$$

WYZ115-171215-
/O.UPG.KCYS.HW.A.0048.251217T1800Z-251218T0300Z/
/O.NEW.KCYS.HW.W.0056.251217T1500Z-251218T0700Z/
Laramie Valley-
Including the cities of Bosler and Laramie
250 PM MST Tue Dec 16 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM WEDNESDAY TO MIDNIGHT MST 
WEDNESDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...West winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 70 mph expected.

* WHERE...Laramie Valley.

* WHEN...From 8 AM Wednesday to midnight MST Wednesday Night.

* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be 
  hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including 
  campers and tractor trailers.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A High Wind Warning means a hazardous high wind event is expected or 
occurring. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 MPH or gusts of 58 
MPH or stronger can lead to property damage.

&&

$$

NEZ095-171215-
/O.UPG.KCYS.HW.A.0048.251217T1800Z-251218T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KCYS.HW.W.0056.251217T1800Z-251218T1800Z/
Northern Sioux County-
Including the cities of Harrison
250 PM MST Tue Dec 16 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM WEDNESDAY TO 11 AM MST 
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 70 mph expected.

* WHERE...Northern Sioux County.

* WHEN...From 11 AM Wednesday to 11 AM MST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be 
  hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including 
  campers and tractor trailers.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A High Wind Warning means a hazardous high wind event is expected or 
occurring. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 MPH or gusts of 58 
MPH or stronger can lead to property damage.

&&

$$

WYZ102-108-171215-
/O.UPG.KCYS.HW.A.0048.251217T1800Z-251218T0300Z/
/O.NEW.KCYS.HW.W.0056.251217T1800Z-251218T1800Z/
Niobrara County-Goshen County-
Including the cities of Redbird, Lusk, and Torrington
250 PM MST Tue Dec 16 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM WEDNESDAY TO 11 AM MST 
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 70 mph expected.

* WHERE...Niobrara County and Goshen County.

* WHEN...From 11 AM Wednesday to 11 AM MST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be 
  hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including 
  campers and tractor trailers.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A High Wind Warning means a hazardous high wind event is expected or 
occurring. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 MPH or gusts of 58 
MPH or stronger can lead to property damage.

&&

$$

WYZ118-119-171215-
/O.UPG.KCYS.HW.A.0048.251217T1800Z-251218T0300Z/
/O.NEW.KCYS.HW.W.0056.251217T1800Z-251218T0700Z/
Central Laramie County-East Laramie County-
Including the cities of Pine Bluffs and Cheyenne
250 PM MST Tue Dec 16 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM WEDNESDAY TO MIDNIGHT MST 
WEDNESDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...West winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 75 mph expected.

* WHERE...Central Laramie County and East Laramie County.

* WHEN...From 11 AM Wednesday to midnight MST Wednesday Night.

* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be 
  hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including 
  campers and tractor trailers.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A High Wind Warning means a hazardous high wind event is expected or 
occurring. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 MPH or gusts of 58 
MPH or stronger can lead to property damage.

&&

$$

WYZ113-171215-
/O.NEW.KCYS.HW.W.0056.251217T1500Z-251218T0700Z/
Upper North Platte River Basin-
Including the cities of Saratoga and Encampment
250 PM MST Tue Dec 16 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM WEDNESDAY TO MIDNIGHT MST 
WEDNESDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 70 mph expected.

* WHERE...Upper North Platte River Basin.

* WHEN...From 8 AM Wednesday to midnight MST Wednesday Night.

* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be 
  hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including 
  campers and tractor trailers.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A High Wind Warning means a hazardous high wind event is expected or 
occurring. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 MPH or gusts of 58 
MPH or stronger can lead to property damage.

&&

$$

NEZ002-171215-
/O.NEW.KCYS.HW.W.0056.251217T1800Z-251218T1800Z/
Dawes County-
Including the cities of Chadron and Chadron St Park
250 PM MST Tue Dec 16 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM WEDNESDAY TO 11 AM MST 
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 70 mph expected.

* WHERE...Dawes County.

* WHEN...From 11 AM Wednesday to 11 AM MST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be 
  hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including 
  campers and tractor trailers.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A High Wind Warning means a hazardous high wind event is expected or 
occurring. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 MPH or gusts of 58 
MPH or stronger can lead to property damage.

&&

$$

NEZ003-019>021-054-055-096-171215-
/O.NEW.KCYS.HW.A.0049.251217T2100Z-251218T1800Z/
Box Butte County-Scotts Bluff County-Banner County-Morrill County-
Kimball County-Cheyenne County-Southern Sioux County-
Including the cities of Bayard, Harrisburg, Kimball, Scottsbluff,
Brownson, Angora, Gering, Alliance, Bridgeport, Redington, Agate,
Sidney, and Hemingford
250 PM MST Tue Dec 16 2025

...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH 
THURSDAY MORNING...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph 
  possible.

* WHERE...Banner County, Box Butte County, Cheyenne County, Kimball 
  County, Morrill County, Scotts Bluff County, and Southern Sioux 
  County.

* WHEN...From Wednesday afternoon through Thursday morning.

* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be 
  hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including 
  campers and tractor trailers.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A High Wind Watch means there is the potential for a hazardous high 
wind event. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 MPH or gusts of 58 
MPH or stronger may occur. Continue to monitor the latest forecasts.

&&

$$

MN
456 
WWUS75 KCYS 170008
NPWCYS

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Cheyenne WY
508 PM MST Tue Dec 16 2025

WYZ116-171200-
/O.EXP.KCYS.HW.W.0055.000000T0000Z-251217T0000Z/
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0056.251217T1200Z-251218T1200Z/
South Laramie Range-
Including the cities of Buford, Pumpkin Vine, and Vedauwoo
508 PM MST Tue Dec 16 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM WEDNESDAY TO 5 AM 
MST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 40 to 50 mph with gusts up to 80 mph expected.

* WHERE...South Laramie Range including the Interstate 80 Summit 
  between Cheyenne and Laramie.

* WHEN...From 5 AM Wednesday to 5 AM MST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be 
  hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including 
  campers and tractor trailers.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A High Wind Watch means there is the potential for a hazardous high 
wind event. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 MPH or gusts of 58 
MPH or stronger may occur. Continue to monitor the latest forecasts.

&&

$$

WYZ117-171200-
/O.EXP.KCYS.HW.W.0055.000000T0000Z-251217T0000Z/
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0056.251217T1500Z-251218T1200Z/
South Laramie Range Foothills-
Including the cities of Whitaker, Horse Creek, and Federal
508 PM MST Tue Dec 16 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM WEDNESDAY TO 5 AM 
MST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 30 to 50 mph with gusts up to 85 mph expected.

* WHERE...South Laramie Range Foothills.

* WHEN...From 8 AM Wednesday to 5 AM MST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be 
  hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including 
  campers and tractor trailers.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Wildfires will have the potential to spread 
  rapidly in these conditions.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A High Wind Watch means there is the potential for a hazardous high 
wind event. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 MPH or gusts of 58 
MPH or stronger may occur. Continue to monitor the latest forecasts.

&&

$$

WYZ101-171200-
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0056.251217T1000Z-251218T0700Z/
Converse County Lower Elevations-
Including the cities of Glenrock, Douglas, Deer Creek, and Bill
508 PM MST Tue Dec 16 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM WEDNESDAY TO 
MIDNIGHT MST WEDNESDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...West winds 30 to 50 mph with gusts up to 80 mph expected.

* WHERE...Converse County Lower Elevations.

* WHEN...From 3 AM Wednesday to midnight MST Wednesday Night.

* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be 
  hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including 
  campers and tractor trailers.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Wildfires will have the potential to spread 
  rapidly in these conditions.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A High Wind Warning means a hazardous high wind event is expected or 
occurring. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 MPH or gusts of 58 
MPH or stronger can lead to property damage.

&&

$$

WYZ110-171200-
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0056.251217T1000Z-251218T1200Z/
North Snowy Range Foothills-
Including the cities of Arlington and Elk Mountain
508 PM MST Tue Dec 16 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM WEDNESDAY TO 5 AM 
MST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 40 to 50 mph with gusts up to 80 mph expected.

* WHERE...North Snowy Range Foothills including Arlington and Elk 
  Mountain along Interstate 80.

* WHEN...From 3 AM Wednesday to 5 AM MST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be 
  hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including 
  campers and tractor trailers.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A High Wind Warning means a hazardous high wind event is expected or 
occurring. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 MPH or gusts of 58 
MPH or stronger can lead to property damage.

&&

$$

WYZ103-171200-
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0056.251217T1200Z-251218T0700Z/
North Laramie Range-
Including the cities of Garrett
508 PM MST Tue Dec 16 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM WEDNESDAY TO 
MIDNIGHT MST WEDNESDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...West winds 30 to 50 mph with gusts up to 90 mph possible.

* WHERE...North Laramie Range.

* WHEN...From 5 AM Wednesday to midnight MST Wednesday Night.

* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be 
  hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including 
  campers and tractor trailers.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Wildfires will have the potential to spread 
  rapidly in these conditions.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A High Wind Warning means a hazardous high wind event is expected or 
occurring. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 MPH or gusts of 58 
MPH or stronger can lead to property damage.

&&

$$

WYZ104-105-109-171200-
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0056.251217T1200Z-251218T0700Z/
Ferris/Seminoe/Shirley Mountains-Shirley Basin-Central Carbon
County-
Including the cities of Seminoe Dam, Shirley Basin, Medicine Bow,
and Rawlins
508 PM MST Tue Dec 16 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM WEDNESDAY TO 
MIDNIGHT MST WEDNESDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 70 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Central Carbon County, Ferris/Seminoe/Shirley Mountains, 
  and Shirley Basin.

* WHEN...From 5 AM Wednesday to midnight MST Wednesday Night.

* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be 
  hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including 
  campers and tractor trailers.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A High Wind Warning means a hazardous high wind event is expected or 
occurring. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 MPH or gusts of 58 
MPH or stronger can lead to property damage.

&&

$$

WYZ106-107-171200-
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0056.251217T1500Z-251218T0700Z/
Central Laramie Range and Southwest Platte County-East Platte
County-
Including the cities of Guernsey, Bordeaux, and Wheatland
508 PM MST Tue Dec 16 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM WEDNESDAY TO 
MIDNIGHT MST WEDNESDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...West winds 35 to 55 mph with gusts up to 90 mph expected.

* WHERE...Bordeaux area along Interstate 25 between Chugwater and 
  Wheatland, and East Platte County.

* WHEN...From 8 AM Wednesday to midnight MST Wednesday Night.

* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be 
  hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including 
  campers and tractor trailers.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Wildfires will have the potential to spread 
  rapidly in these conditions.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A High Wind Warning means a hazardous high wind event is expected or 
occurring. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 MPH or gusts of 58 
MPH or stronger can lead to property damage.

&&

$$

WYZ113-115-171200-
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0056.251217T1500Z-251218T0700Z/
Upper North Platte River Basin-Laramie Valley-
Including the cities of Bosler, Laramie, Saratoga, and Encampment
508 PM MST Tue Dec 16 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM WEDNESDAY TO 
MIDNIGHT MST WEDNESDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...West winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 70 mph expected.

* WHERE...Upper North Platte River Basin and Laramie Valley.

* WHEN...From 8 AM Wednesday to midnight MST Wednesday Night.

* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be 
  hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including 
  campers and tractor trailers.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Wildfires will have the potential to spread 
  rapidly in these conditions.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A High Wind Warning means a hazardous high wind event is expected or 
occurring. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 MPH or gusts of 58 
MPH or stronger can lead to property damage.

&&

$$

NEZ002-095-171200-
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0056.251217T1800Z-251218T1800Z/
Dawes County-Northern Sioux County-
Including the cities of Harrison, Chadron, and Chadron St Park
508 PM MST Tue Dec 16 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM WEDNESDAY TO 11 AM 
MST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 70 mph expected.

* WHERE...Dawes County and Northern Sioux County.

* WHEN...From 11 AM Wednesday to 11 AM MST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be 
  hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including 
  campers and tractor trailers.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Wildfires will have the potential to spread 
  rapidly in these conditions.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A High Wind Warning means a hazardous high wind event is expected or 
occurring. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 MPH or gusts of 58 
MPH or stronger can lead to property damage.

&&

$$

WYZ102-108-171200-
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0056.251217T1800Z-251218T1800Z/
Niobrara County-Goshen County-
Including the cities of Redbird, Lusk, and Torrington
508 PM MST Tue Dec 16 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM WEDNESDAY TO 11 AM 
MST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 70 mph expected.

* WHERE...Niobrara County and Goshen County.

* WHEN...From 11 AM Wednesday to 11 AM MST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be 
  hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including 
  campers and tractor trailers.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Wildfires will have the potential to spread 
  rapidly in these conditions.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A High Wind Warning means a hazardous high wind event is expected or 
occurring. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 MPH or gusts of 58 
MPH or stronger can lead to property damage.

&&

$$

WYZ118-119-171200-
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0056.251217T1800Z-251218T0700Z/
Central Laramie County-East Laramie County-
Including the cities of Pine Bluffs and Cheyenne
508 PM MST Tue Dec 16 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM WEDNESDAY TO 
MIDNIGHT MST WEDNESDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...West winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 75 mph expected.

* WHERE...Central Laramie County and East Laramie County.

* WHEN...From 11 AM Wednesday to midnight MST Wednesday Night.

* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be 
  hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including 
  campers and tractor trailers.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Wildfires will have the potential to spread 
  rapidly in these conditions.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A High Wind Warning means a hazardous high wind event is expected or 
occurring. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 MPH or gusts of 58 
MPH or stronger can lead to property damage.

&&

$$

NEZ003-019>021-054-055-096-171200-
/O.CON.KCYS.HW.A.0049.251217T2100Z-251218T1800Z/
Box Butte County-Scotts Bluff County-Banner County-Morrill County-
Kimball County-Cheyenne County-Southern Sioux County-
Including the cities of Bayard, Harrisburg, Kimball, Scottsbluff,
Brownson, Angora, Gering, Alliance, Bridgeport, Redington, Agate,
Sidney, and Hemingford
508 PM MST Tue Dec 16 2025

...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON 
THROUGH THURSDAY MORNING...

* WHAT...Northwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph 
  possible.

* WHERE...Banner County, Box Butte County, Cheyenne County, Kimball 
  County, Morrill County, Scotts Bluff County, and Southern Sioux 
  County.

* WHEN...From Wednesday afternoon through Thursday morning.

* IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be 
  hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including 
  campers and tractor trailers.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Wildfires will have the potential to spread 
  rapidly in these conditions.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A High Wind Watch means there is the potential for a hazardous high 
wind event. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 MPH or gusts of 58 
MPH or stronger may occur. Continue to monitor the latest forecasts.

&&

$$

MN

What forecasters said that day

The local office's own words before this high wind warning went out, as it sent them, from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service text.

NWS Cheyenne, WY wrote its last area forecast discussion before this high wind warning went out at Dec 14, 10:35 PM MST, 2 hours 25 minutes earlier. Its key messages:

  • Arctic cold front will linger across the eastern plains Sunday with cold temperatures and some patchy freezing fog across western Nebraska.
  • Warming trend expected later today through early next week with strong winds returning to southeast Wyoming Tuesday through Thursday.
  • Next chance for precipitation on Wednesday with periods of snow and rain possible.
Area forecast discussion, Dec 14, 10:35 PM MST, 2 hours 25 minutes before
Area Forecast Discussion
National Weather Service Cheyenne WY
1035 PM MST Sun Dec 14 2025

.KEY MESSAGES...

- Arctic cold front will linger across the eastern plains
  Sunday with cold temperatures and some patchy freezing fog
  across western Nebraska.

- Warming trend expected later today through early next week with
  strong winds returning to southeast Wyoming Tuesday through
  Thursday.

- Next chance for precipitation on Wednesday with periods of snow
  and rain possible.

&&

.SHORT TERM /THROUGH MONDAY NIGHT/...
Issued at 1258 PM MST Sun Dec 14 2025

Mild and generally tranquil weather will continue over southeast
Wyoming and western Nebraska throughout the short-term period. A
sprawling ridge of high pressure continues to dominate the
synoptic weather pattern over the southwestern CONUS, directing
the jet stream and related storm track far into the Pacific
Northwest and Canadian maritime. As heights have continued to
build over the past day or so, tighter gradients have also
retreated to the north, resulting in far lower wind speeds over
the Wyoming high country. Light westerly flow today around the
top of the ridge will result in another day of record-high
temperatures, with Cheyenne already breaking their high
temperature as of 1pm this afternoon. High cirrus clouds will
drift eastward this evening with a mostly clear overnight
expected.

Short-term ensemble guidance remains in excellent agreement
showing a gradual breakdown in ridging over the region on Monday
through Tuesday. As this occurs, height gradients will increase
along with a modest increase in westerly flow along the top of
the ridge axis. These two elements will combine to increase
surface wind speeds across the typical wind-prone corridors of
southeast Wyoming on Monday and into Tuesday. In-house guidance
does show the potential for high-wind criteria exceedance in the
Snowy Range foothills by Monday night, however recent runs have
somewhat delayed the start of this high wind event. Therefore,
we will opt to hold off on any watch products at this time.
Despite slightly lower heights, faster westerly flow will
increase downsloping effects and afternoon high temperatures
will continue to run near record high values early this week.
Overall forecast confidence is very high with regard to the
temperature forecast and moderate with the wind speed forecast
given some uncertainty in high-wind ramp-up timing.

&&

.LONG TERM /TUESDAY THROUGH SUNDAY/...
Issued at 1258 PM MST Sun Dec 14 2025

With a generally low amplitude upper air pattern through the next
week there is good synoptic agreement upon how the pattern unfolds.
Beyond the Monday night clipper to the north along the international
border will be a stronger wave come Wednesday that dives a bit
further south into the northern tier US states with subtle timing
and strength differences among global ensembles. The GEFS and Euro
ensembles show good agreement on track and timing of the wave but
disagree slightly on the amplitude. Whereas the GEFS and Canadian
ensembles agree better on the amplitude of the wave as it passes to
our north but show subtle timing differences with the GEFS being
slightly slower in its progression. Now what do these differences
mean in terms of impacts for the forecast area? Probably just
differences in when the wind shuts off after it begins.

Ensemble members show decent agreement with regards to the strength
of 700mb flow Tuesday morning through Wednesday morning ahead of the
wave as the 25th to 75th range is roughly 40-50kts meaning this
early week period likely stays confined to the wind prones for high
winds with in-house guidance supporting this. Looking at Wed AM
through Thur AM we see 700mb flow ticks up over 60kts with some
members showing as high as 70kts or more (low confidence on that).
This will likely bring more widespread high winds to the region with
available guidance showing this to be a more widespread event likely
bleeding outside the wind prones and into the adjacent high plains.
This Wednesday event looks to be a quick hitter and not long lasting
thankfully (<24 hours). The pressure gradient then looks to reverse
for Thursday (once winds die down on which timing is still low
confidence) shutting off the wind machine for a short time before
another surge in winds aloft brings flow equal to if not slightly
stronger than the Wednesday event. This would begin late Thursday
lasting well into Friday and possibly early Saturday. Flow then
looks to turn more zonal with lesser chances for shortwave activity
to bring impactful winds the region.

Along with the winds should come some light shots of moisture
Wed/Thur and again next weekend. This would be most impactful for
the high terrain (above 8000ft) where a few inches of snow would be
expected though can't rule out a few hundredths of rain or a dusting
of snow in the low elevations. Looking at temps quickly we are quite
a bit above average (37-42F along east of I25) with highs likely to
reach well into the 50s for areas below 7000ft Wednesday and then
Friday through the weekend. Thursday will be slightly cooler in the
40s behind a cold front. Low to mid 60s even appear probable
Wednesday and Friday with high temperature records very much in
danger for most locations on Friday.

&&

.AVIATION /06Z TAFS THROUGH 06Z TUESDAY/...
Issued at 1035 PM MST Sun Dec 14 2025

Quiet conditions with relatively light winds and clear skies
continue through Monday, before winds increase over the southeast
Wyoming terminals Monday night.

HAZARDS/WEATHER TRENDS: VFR conditions expected with light and
variable winds overnight through sunrise Monday.

&&

.CYS WATCHES/WARNINGS/ADVISORIES...
WY...None.
NE...None.

&&

SHORT TERM...MAC
LONG TERM...WFOCYS
AVIATION...TJT
Hazardous weather outlook, Dec 14, 12:59 PM MST, 12 hours 1 minute before
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Cheyenne WY
1259 PM MST Sun Dec 14 2025

NEZ002-003-019>021-054-055-095-096-WYZ101>119-152000-
Dawes County-Box Butte County-Scotts Bluff County-Banner County-
Morrill County-Kimball County-Cheyenne County-
Northern Sioux County-Southern Sioux County-
Converse County Lower Elevations-Niobrara County-
North Laramie Range-Ferris/Seminoe/Shirley Mountains-
Shirley Basin-Central Laramie Range and Southwest Platte County-
East Platte County-Goshen County-Central Carbon County-
North Snowy Range Foothills-Southwest Carbon County-
Sierra Madre Range-Upper North Platte River Basin-Snowy Range-
Laramie Valley-South Laramie Range-South Laramie Range Foothills-
Central Laramie County-East Laramie County-
1259 PM MST Sun Dec 14 2025

This hazardous weather outlook is for portions of panhandle
Nebraska...east central Wyoming...south central Wyoming and
southeast Wyoming.

.DAY ONE...THIS AFTERNOON AND TONIGHT

- Arctic cold front will linger across the eastern plains
  Sunday with cold temperatures and some patchy freezing fog
  across western Nebraska.

- Warming trend expected later today through early next week with
  strong winds returning to southeast Wyoming Tuesday through
  Thursday.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...MONDAY THROUGH SATURDAY

- Next chance for precipitation on Wednesday with periods of snow
  and rain possible.

.Spotter information statement...

Spotter activation will not be needed.

The office that day

Everything else NWS Cheyenne, WY issued on the same UTC day.

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Dec 15, 1:00 AM MSTHigh Wind WatchCYSAlbany, Laramie, Platte12 hr

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Sources

The product and its follow-ups from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service and Storm Prediction Center text; local storm reports from the same archive; the sounding from the Mesonet's radiosonde archive; radar from the NEXRAD Level II archive.