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High Wind Warning 7, NWS Cheyenne, WY
NWS Cheyenne, WY issued this high wind warning at Jan 15, 2026, 1:49 AM MST for 8 counties in Nebraska; 7 counties in Wyoming. It took effect at Jan 15, 2026, 5:00 PM MST. It was in force for 43 hr. 60 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
- Jan 15, 2026, 1:49 AM MST (08:49 UTC)
- In effect from
- Jan 15, 2026, 5:00 PM MST
- Expired
- Jan 17, 2026, 12:00 PM MST
- In force
- 43 hr
- Issued by
- NWS Cheyenne, WY
Counties Banner County, NE, Box Butte County, NE, Cheyenne County, NE, Dawes County, NE, Kimball County, NE, Morrill County, NE, Scotts Bluff County, NE, Sioux County, NE, Albany County, WY, Carbon County, WY, Converse County, WY, Goshen County, WY, Laramie County, WY, Niobrara County, WY, Platte County, WY
The radar
The Cheyenne radar (KCYS), 104 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 08:50 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
| Time | Report | Where | Remark |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 15, 5:02 PM MST | NON-TSTM WND GST 60 | 3 W Van Tassell, WY | Mesonet station WY60 3.4 W Van Tassell (WYDOT). |
| Jan 15, 5:02 PM MST | NON-TSTM WND GST 74 | 8 Nnw Glendo, WY | Mesonet station WY56 I25 Us26 Us87 - Platte Converse. |
| Jan 15, 5:02 PM MST | NON-TSTM WND GST 80 | 8 S Sibley Peak, WY | Mesonet station WY1 8.4 S Sibley Peak (WYDOT). |
| Jan 15, 5:04 PM MST | NON-TSTM WND GST 61 | 5 W Chadron, NE | ASOS station KCDR Chadron Airport - Cdr. |
| Jan 15, 5:07 PM MST | NON-TSTM WND GST 59 | 1 Ese Guernsey, WY | AWOS station KGUR Guernsey. |
| Jan 15, 5:14 PM MST | NON-TSTM WND GST 84 | Torrington, WY | Personal weather station in Torrington reports 84 mph gust. Power outages reported in the area. |
| Jan 15, 5:15 PM MST | NON-TSTM WND GST 59 | Harrison, NE | Mesonet station EW9698 Harrison. |
| Jan 15, 5:22 PM MST | NON-TSTM WND GST 59 | 3 Nne Chadron State Par, NE | Mesonet station HRSN1 7 S Chadron - Kings Canyon Raws - Hrs. |
| Jan 15, 5:24 PM MST | NON-TSTM WND GST 65 | 18 Nne Harrison, NE | Mesonet station MTRN1 Montrose. |
| Jan 15, 5:26 PM MST | NON-TSTM WND GST 70 | 3 W Van Tassell, WY | Mesonet station WY60 3.4 W Van Tassell (WYDOT). |
| Jan 15, 5:36 PM MST | NON-TSTM WND GST 67 | 1 Sse Bordeaux, WY | Mesonet station KBRX 1.4 S Bordeaux (WYDOT). |
| Jan 15, 5:39 PM MST | NON-TSTM WND GST 63 | 2 Ene Yoder, WY | Mesonet station UR348 1.5 E Yoder (UPR). |
| Jan 15, 5:52 PM MST | NON-TSTM WND GST 62 | 8 S Chugwater, WY | Mesonet station WY40 7.5 S Chugwater (WYDOT). |
| Jan 15, 5:59 PM MST | NON-TSTM WND GST 60 | 5 Sse La Grange, WY | Mesonet station UR342 5.3 SE La Grange (UPR). |
| Jan 15, 6:00 PM MST | NON-TSTM WND GST 66 | 4 E Scottsbluff, NE | ASOS station KBFF Scottsbluff Airport - Bff. |
| Jan 15, 6:06 PM MST | NON-TSTM WND GST 63 | 8 S Chugwater, WY | Mesonet station WY40 7.5 S Chugwater (WYDOT). |
| Jan 15, 6:07 PM MST | NON-TSTM WND GST 66 | 4 Wnw Terrytown, NE | Mesonet station UP326 3.7 W Terrytown (UPR). |
| Jan 15, 6:08 PM MST | NON-TSTM WND GST 66 | 5 Se Alliance, NE | AWOS station KAIA 4 ESE Alliance. |
| Jan 15, 6:13 PM MST | NON-TSTM WND GST 63 | 2 Ene Agate, NE | Mesonet station AGTN1 3 ENE Agate Ne - Agate Fossil Beds Raws - Agt. |
| Jan 15, 6:14 PM MST | NON-TSTM WND GST 60 | 6 Se Harrisburg, NE | Mesonet station NE001 Banner Rd On North 71 @ Mp 34.5. |
| Jan 15, 6:24 PM MST | NON-TSTM WND GST 60 | 18 Nne Harrison, NE | Mesonet station MTRN1 Montrose. |
| Jan 15, 6:28 PM MST | NON-TSTM WND GST 64 | 2 W Burns, WY | Mesonet station FW7016 Longmont. |
| Jan 15, 6:35 PM MST | NON-TSTM WND GST 62 | 4 Ssw Kimball, NE | AWOS station KIBM Kimbal Airport - Ibm. |
| Jan 15, 6:38 PM MST | NON-TSTM WND GST 61 | 1 Nw Cheyenne, WY | ASOS station KCYS Cheyenne Airport - Cys. |
| Jan 15, 6:46 PM MST | HIGH SUST WINDS 42 | 6 S Albin, WY | Mesonet station UR343 6.0 S Albin (UPR). Peak wind gust of 57 MPH. |
| Jan 15, 6:48 PM MST | NON-TSTM WND GST 75 | 2 Ssw Sidney, NE | ASOS station KSNY Sidney Airport. |
| Jan 15, 6:55 PM MST | NON-TSTM WND GST 60 | 7 S Dix, NE | AWOS station K1KW 6 S Dix. |
| Jan 15, 7:00 PM MST | NON-TSTM WND GST 73 | 9 Ssw Bushnell, NE | AWOS station K1EW 6 SE Pine Bluffs. |
| Jan 15, 9:53 PM MST | NON-TSTM WND GST 58 | 2 Ssw Sidney, NE | ASOS station KSNY Sidney Airport. |
| Jan 16, 4:08 AM MST | NON-TSTM WND GST 63 | 5 Se Alliance, NE | AWOS station KAIA 4 ESE Alliance. |
| Jan 16, 4:36 AM MST | NON-TSTM WND GST 58 | 3 W Van Tassell, WY | Mesonet station WY60 3.4 W Van Tassell (WYDOT). |
| Jan 16, 4:46 AM MST | NON-TSTM WND GST 58 | 7 Nw Elk Mountain, WY | Mesonet station WY18 Halleck Ridge (WYDOT). |
| Jan 16, 4:46 AM MST | NON-TSTM WND GST 62 | 2 Wnw Buford, WY | Mesonet station WY36 2.4 NW Buford (WYDOT). |
| Jan 16, 4:56 AM MST | NON-TSTM WND GST 61 | 7 Sw Federal, WY | Mesonet station WY48 7.4 SW Federal (WYDOT). |
| Jan 16, 4:56 AM MST | NON-TSTM WND GST 65 | Vedauwoo, WY | Mesonet station KVDW Vedauwoo (WYDOT). |
| Jan 16, 5:00 AM MST | NON-TSTM WND GST 59 | 7 N Potter, NE | Measured on a Tempest station. |
| Jan 16, 5:10 AM MST | NON-TSTM WND GST 62 | 7 E Laramie, WY | Mesonet station PC236 Pilot Hill. |
| Jan 16, 5:26 AM MST | NON-TSTM WND GST 60 | 7 Wsw Warren Af Base, WY | Mesonet station WY39 6.7 W Warren Af Base (WYDOT). |
| Jan 16, 5:26 AM MST | NON-TSTM WND GST 65 | Vedauwoo, WY | Mesonet station KVDW Vedauwoo (WYDOT). |
| Jan 16, 5:32 AM MST | NON-TSTM WND GST 62 | 4 Nnw Vedauwoo, WY | Mesonet station WY28 3.9 NW Vedauwoo (WYDOT). |
| Jan 16, 5:39 AM MST | NON-TSTM WND GST 60 | 2 Ssw Sidney, NE | ASOS station KSNY Sidney Airport. |
| Jan 16, 5:46 AM MST | NON-TSTM WND GST 58 | 12 Wsw Warren Af Base, WY | Mesonet station WY38 11.8 S Federal (WYDOT). |
| Jan 16, 6:12 AM MST | NON-TSTM WND GST 63 | 2 E Torrington, WY | ASOS station KTOR Torrington Airport - Tor. |
| Jan 16, 6:30 AM MST | NON-TSTM WND GST 63 | 2 Ssw Sidney, NE | ASOS station KSNY Sidney Airport. |
| Jan 16, 6:34 AM MST | NON-TSTM WND GST 62 | 2 W Gering, NE | Mesonet station SBFN1 2 W Gering - Scotts Bluff. |
| Jan 16, 6:44 AM MST | NON-TSTM WND GST 60 | 3 Ne Pumpkin Vine, WY | Mesonet station UR351 3.1 NE Pumpkin Vine (UPR). |
| Jan 16, 6:45 AM MST | NON-TSTM WND GST 61 | 3 N Douglas, WY | ASOS station KDGW Douglas Airport - Dgw. |
| Jan 16, 6:53 AM MST | NON-TSTM WND GST 63 | 5 Se Alliance, NE | AWOS station KAIA 4 ESE Alliance. |
| Jan 16, 6:55 AM MST | NON-TSTM WND GST 67 | 2 Wnw Buford, WY | Mesonet station UR535 Sherws. |
| Jan 16, 6:59 AM MST | NON-TSTM WND GST 61 | 2 Wnw Buford, WY | Mesonet station UP203 2.0 W Buford (UPR). |
| Jan 16, 7:00 AM MST | NON-TSTM WND GST 62 | 7 E Laramie, WY | Mesonet station PC236 Pilot Hill. |
| Jan 16, 7:02 AM MST | NON-TSTM WND GST 60 | 2 Wnw Buford, WY | Mesonet station WY36 2.4 NW Buford (WYDOT). |
| Jan 16, 7:03 AM MST | NON-TSTM WND GST 63 | 2 W Buford, WY | Mesonet station UR533 Regews. |
| Jan 16, 7:12 AM MST | NON-TSTM WND GST 62 | 9 Se Buford, WY | Mesonet station UP204 Lynchw. |
| Jan 16, 7:22 AM MST | NON-TSTM WND GST 71 | Vedauwoo, WY | Mesonet station KVDW Vedauwoo (WYDOT). |
| Jan 16, 7:45 AM MST | NON-TSTM WND GST 62 | 2 Wnw Buford, WY | Mesonet station UP203 2.0 W Buford (UPR). |
| Jan 16, 7:45 AM MST | NON-TSTM WND GST 64 | 2 Wnw Buford, WY | Mesonet station UR535 Sherws. |
| Jan 16, 7:52 AM MST | NON-TSTM WND GST 60 | 12 Wsw Warren Af Base, WY | Mesonet station WY38 11.8 S Federal (WYDOT). |
| Jan 16, 7:52 AM MST | NON-TSTM WND GST 60 | 7 Sw Federal, WY | Mesonet station WY48 7.4 SW Federal (WYDOT). |
| Jan 16, 7:52 AM MST | NON-TSTM WND GST 61 | 4 Nnw Vedauwoo, WY | Mesonet station WY28 3.9 NW Vedauwoo (WYDOT). |
Local storm reports filed while the alert was in force, from inside its polygon or its counties.
The nearest sounding before it
Rapid City, SD (KUNR), launched 00:00Z, 8.8 hours before the alert went out and 257 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.
- Mixed-layer CAPE
- 0 J/kg
- Mixed-layer CIN
- No buoyant parcel
- Mixed-layer LCL
- 1501 m above ground
- 0-6 km bulk shear
- 72 kt
- 0-1 km storm-relative helicity
- 204 m²/s²
- 0-3 km storm-relative helicity
- 417 m²/s²
- Significant tornado parameter
- 0.0
- Supercell composite
- 0.0
The text
As transmitted.
883 WWUS75 KCYS 150849 NPWCYS URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Cheyenne WY 149 AM MST Thu Jan 15 2026 NEZ002-095-WYZ101-102-160000- /O.UPG.KCYS.HW.A.0007.260116T0300Z-260117T0000Z/ /O.NEW.KCYS.HW.W.0007.260116T0000Z-260117T0000Z/ Dawes County-Northern Sioux County-Converse County Lower Elevations-Niobrara County- Including the cities of Lusk, Chadron St Park, Douglas, Bill, Harrison, Redbird, Chadron, Glenrock, and Deer Creek 149 AM MST Thu Jan 15 2026 ...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 5 PM MST FRIDAY... * WHAT...Northwest winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 75 mph expected. * WHERE...In Nebraska, Dawes County and Northern Sioux County. In Wyoming, Converse County Lower Elevations and Niobrara County. * WHEN...From 5 PM this afternoon to 5 PM MST Friday. * IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including campers and tractor trailers. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong gusty winds combined with low humidity and very dry fuels will produce conditions favorable for the rapid spread of grassland wildfires. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe location prior to the onset of winds. Avoid outdoor burning and any other activities that could spark a wildfire. && $$ NEZ003-019>021-096-WYZ107-108-160000- /O.UPG.KCYS.HW.A.0007.260116T0600Z-260117T0000Z/ /O.NEW.KCYS.HW.W.0007.260116T0000Z-260117T0000Z/ Box Butte County-Scotts Bluff County-Banner County-Morrill County- Southern Sioux County-East Platte County-Goshen County- Including the cities of Bayard, Gering, Hemingford, Angora, Redington, Agate, Harrisburg, Torrington, Wheatland, Bridgeport, Alliance, Guernsey, and Scottsbluff 149 AM MST Thu Jan 15 2026 ...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 5 PM MST FRIDAY... * WHAT...Northwest winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 70 mph expected. * WHERE...In Nebraska, Banner County, Box Butte County, Morrill County, Scotts Bluff County, and Southern Sioux County. In Wyoming, East Platte County and Goshen County. * WHEN...From 5 PM this afternoon to 5 PM MST Friday. * IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including campers and tractor trailers. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong gusty winds combined with low humidity and very dry fuels will produce conditions favorable for the rapid spread of grassland wildfires. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe location prior to the onset of winds. Avoid outdoor burning and any other activities that could spark a wildfire. && $$ NEZ054-055-WYZ118-119-160000- /O.UPG.KCYS.HW.A.0007.260116T0600Z-260117T0000Z/ /O.NEW.KCYS.HW.W.0007.260116T0300Z-260117T0000Z/ Kimball County-Cheyenne County-Central Laramie County-East Laramie County- Including the cities of Kimball, Cheyenne, Sidney, Pine Bluffs, and Brownson 149 AM MST Thu Jan 15 2026 ...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM THIS EVENING TO 5 PM MST FRIDAY... * WHAT...Northwest winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 70 mph expected. * WHERE...In Nebraska, Cheyenne County and Kimball County. In Wyoming, Central Laramie County and East Laramie County. * WHEN...From 8 PM this evening to 5 PM MST Friday. * IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including campers and tractor trailers. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong gusty winds combined with low humidity and very dry fuels will produce conditions favorable for the rapid spread of grassland wildfires. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe location prior to the onset of winds. Avoid outdoor burning and any other activities that could spark a wildfire. && $$ WYZ110-160000- /O.UPG.KCYS.HW.A.0007.260116T0900Z-260117T0000Z/ /O.NEW.KCYS.HW.W.0007.260116T0700Z-260117T1900Z/ North Snowy Range Foothills- Including the cities of Arlington and Elk Mountain 149 AM MST Thu Jan 15 2026 ...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO NOON MST SATURDAY... * WHAT...Northwest winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 75 mph expected. * WHERE...North Snowy Range Foothills including Arlington and Elk Mountain along Interstate 80. * WHEN...From midnight tonight to noon MST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including campers and tractor trailers. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A High Wind Watch means there is the potential for a hazardous high wind event. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 MPH or gusts of 58 MPH or stronger may occur. Continue to monitor the latest forecasts. && $$ WYZ116-117-160000- /O.UPG.KCYS.HW.A.0007.260116T0900Z-260117T0300Z/ /O.NEW.KCYS.HW.W.0007.260116T0700Z-260117T1900Z/ South Laramie Range-South Laramie Range Foothills- Including the cities of Whitaker, Horse Creek, Federal, Vedauwoo, Pumpkin Vine, and Buford 149 AM MST Thu Jan 15 2026 ...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO NOON MST SATURDAY... * WHAT...Northwest winds 40 to 50 mph with gusts up to 80 mph expected. * WHERE...South Laramie Range and Foothills including the Interstate 80 Summit between Cheyenne and Laramie. * WHEN...From midnight tonight to noon MST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including campers and tractor trailers. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong gusty winds combined with low humidity and very dry fuels will produce conditions favorable for the rapid spread of grassland wildfires. 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. && $$ WYZ115-160000- /O.NEW.KCYS.HW.W.0007.260116T0700Z-260117T1200Z/ Laramie Valley- Including the cities of Bosler and Laramie 149 AM MST Thu Jan 15 2026 ...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 5 AM MST SATURDAY... * WHAT...Northwest winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 70 mph expected. * WHERE...Laramie Valley. * WHEN...From midnight tonight to 5 AM MST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including campers and tractor trailers. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong gusty winds combined with low humidity and very dry fuels will produce conditions favorable for the rapid spread of grassland wildfires. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe location prior to the onset of winds. Avoid outdoor burning and any other activities that could spark a wildfire. && $$ MN
10 follow-up statements
167 WWUS75 KCYS 151935 NPWCYS URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Cheyenne WY 1235 PM MST Thu Jan 15 2026 NEZ002-095-WYZ101-102-161200- /O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0007.260116T0000Z-260117T0000Z/ Dawes County-Northern Sioux County-Converse County Lower Elevations-Niobrara County- Including the cities of Chadron St Park, Bill, Chadron, Douglas, Redbird, Harrison, Glenrock, Lusk, and Deer Creek 1235 PM MST Thu Jan 15 2026 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 5 PM MST FRIDAY... * WHAT...Northwest winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 75 mph expected. * WHERE...In Nebraska, Dawes County and Northern Sioux County. In Wyoming, Converse County Lower Elevations and Niobrara County. * WHEN...From 5 PM this afternoon to 5 PM MST Friday. * IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including campers and tractor trailers. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong gusty winds combined with low humidity and very dry fuels will produce conditions favorable for the rapid spread of grassland wildfires. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe location prior to the onset of winds. Avoid outdoor burning and any other activities that could spark a wildfire. && $$ NEZ003-019>021-096-WYZ107-108-161200- /O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0007.260116T0000Z-260117T0000Z/ Box Butte County-Scotts Bluff County-Banner County-Morrill County- Southern Sioux County-East Platte County-Goshen County- Including the cities of Hemingford, Guernsey, Angora, Redington, Bayard, Gering, Agate, Alliance, Bridgeport, Harrisburg, Scottsbluff, Wheatland, and Torrington 1235 PM MST Thu Jan 15 2026 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 5 PM MST FRIDAY... * WHAT...Northwest winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 70 mph expected. * WHERE...In Nebraska, Banner County, Box Butte County, Morrill County, Scotts Bluff County, and Southern Sioux County. In Wyoming, East Platte County and Goshen County. * WHEN...From 5 PM this afternoon to 5 PM MST Friday. * IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including campers and tractor trailers. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong gusty winds combined with low humidity and very dry fuels will produce conditions favorable for the rapid spread of grassland wildfires. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe location prior to the onset of winds. Avoid outdoor burning and any other activities that could spark a wildfire. && $$ NEZ054-055-WYZ118-119-161200- /O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0007.260116T0300Z-260117T0000Z/ Kimball County-Cheyenne County-Central Laramie County-East Laramie County- Including the cities of Kimball, Brownson, Sidney, Cheyenne, and Pine Bluffs 1235 PM MST Thu Jan 15 2026 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 PM THIS EVENING TO 5 PM MST FRIDAY... * WHAT...Northwest winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 70 mph expected. * WHERE...In Nebraska, Cheyenne County and Kimball County. In Wyoming, Central Laramie County and East Laramie County. * WHEN...From 8 PM this evening to 5 PM MST Friday. * IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including campers and tractor trailers. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong gusty winds combined with low humidity and very dry fuels will produce conditions favorable for the rapid spread of grassland wildfires. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe location prior to the onset of winds. Avoid outdoor burning and any other activities that could spark a wildfire. && $$ WYZ110-161200- /O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0007.260116T0700Z-260117T1900Z/ North Snowy Range Foothills- Including the cities of Elk Mountain and Arlington 1235 PM MST Thu Jan 15 2026 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO NOON MST SATURDAY... * WHAT...Northwest winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 75 mph expected. * WHERE...North Snowy Range Foothills including Arlington and Elk Mountain along Interstate 80. * WHEN...From midnight tonight to noon MST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including campers and tractor trailers. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A High Wind Watch means there is the potential for a hazardous high wind event. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 MPH or gusts of 58 MPH or stronger may occur. Continue to monitor the latest forecasts. && $$ WYZ115-161200- /O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0007.260116T0700Z-260117T1200Z/ Laramie Valley- Including the cities of Bosler and Laramie 1235 PM MST Thu Jan 15 2026 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 5 AM MST SATURDAY... * WHAT...Northwest winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 70 mph expected. * WHERE...Laramie Valley. * WHEN...From midnight tonight to 5 AM MST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including campers and tractor trailers. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong gusty winds combined with low humidity and very dry fuels will produce conditions favorable for the rapid spread of grassland wildfires. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe location prior to the onset of winds. Avoid outdoor burning and any other activities that could spark a wildfire. && $$ WYZ116-117-161200- /O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0007.260116T0700Z-260117T1900Z/ South Laramie Range-South Laramie Range Foothills- Including the cities of Federal, Whitaker, Pumpkin Vine, Horse Creek, Vedauwoo, and Buford 1235 PM MST Thu Jan 15 2026 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO NOON MST SATURDAY... * WHAT...Northwest winds 40 to 50 mph with gusts up to 80 mph expected. * WHERE...South Laramie Range and Foothills including the Interstate 80 Summit between Cheyenne and Laramie. * WHEN...From midnight tonight to noon MST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including campers and tractor trailers. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong gusty winds combined with low humidity and very dry fuels will produce conditions favorable for the rapid spread of grassland wildfires. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A High Wind Watch means there is the potential for a hazardous high wind event. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 MPH or gusts of 58 MPH or stronger may occur. Continue to monitor the latest forecasts. && $$ RZ
893 WWUS75 KCYS 160008 NPWCYS URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Cheyenne WY 508 PM MST Thu Jan 15 2026 WYZ106-161215- /O.EXA.KCYS.HW.W.0007.000000T0000Z-260117T0000Z/ Central Laramie Range and Southwest Platte County- Including the cities of Bordeaux 508 PM MST Thu Jan 15 2026 ...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST FRIDAY... * WHAT...Northwest winds 35 to 50 mph with gusts up to 70 mph. * WHERE...All of southwest Platte County and eastern Albany County, including areas near Wheatland and highway 34. * WHEN...Until 5 PM MST Friday. * 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. && $$ NEZ002-095-WYZ101-102-161215- /O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0007.000000T0000Z-260117T0000Z/ Dawes County-Northern Sioux County-Converse County Lower Elevations-Niobrara County- Including the cities of Harrison, Douglas, Deer Creek, Glenrock, Lusk, Chadron, Chadron St Park, Redbird, and Bill 508 PM MST Thu Jan 15 2026 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST FRIDAY... * WHAT...Northwest winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 75 mph expected. * WHERE...In Nebraska, Dawes County and Northern Sioux County. In Wyoming, Converse County Lower Elevations and Niobrara County. * WHEN...Until 5 PM MST Friday. * IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including campers and tractor trailers. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong gusty winds combined with low humidity and very dry fuels will produce conditions favorable for the rapid spread of grassland wildfires. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe location prior to the onset of winds. Avoid outdoor burning and any other activities that could spark a wildfire. && $$ NEZ003-019>021-096-WYZ107-108-161215- /O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0007.000000T0000Z-260117T0000Z/ Box Butte County-Scotts Bluff County-Banner County-Morrill County- Southern Sioux County-East Platte County-Goshen County- Including the cities of Bridgeport, Bayard, Gering, Guernsey, Agate, Wheatland, Harrisburg, Hemingford, Redington, Scottsbluff, Torrington, Angora, and Alliance 508 PM MST Thu Jan 15 2026 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST FRIDAY... * WHAT...Northwest winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 70 mph expected. * WHERE...In Nebraska, Banner County, Box Butte County, Morrill County, Scotts Bluff County, and Southern Sioux County. In Wyoming, East Platte County and Goshen County. * WHEN...Until 5 PM MST Friday. * IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including campers and tractor trailers. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong gusty winds combined with low humidity and very dry fuels will produce conditions favorable for the rapid spread of grassland wildfires. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe location prior to the onset of winds. Avoid outdoor burning and any other activities that could spark a wildfire. && $$ NEZ054-055-WYZ118-119-161215- /O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0007.260116T0300Z-260117T0000Z/ Kimball County-Cheyenne County-Central Laramie County-East Laramie County- Including the cities of Pine Bluffs, Cheyenne, Kimball, Sidney, and Brownson 508 PM MST Thu Jan 15 2026 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST FRIDAY... * WHAT...Northwest winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 70 mph expected. * WHERE...In Nebraska, Cheyenne County and Kimball County. In Wyoming, Central Laramie County and East Laramie County. * WHEN...Until 5 PM MST Friday. * IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including campers and tractor trailers. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong gusty winds combined with low humidity and very dry fuels will produce conditions favorable for the rapid spread of grassland wildfires. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe location prior to the onset of winds. Avoid outdoor burning and any other activities that could spark a wildfire. && $$ WYZ110-161215- /O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0007.260116T0700Z-260117T1900Z/ North Snowy Range Foothills- Including the cities of Elk Mountain and Arlington 508 PM MST Thu Jan 15 2026 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO NOON MST SATURDAY... * WHAT...Northwest winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 75 mph expected. * WHERE...North Snowy Range Foothills including Arlington and Elk Mountain along Interstate 80. * WHEN...From midnight tonight to noon MST Saturday. * 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. && $$ WYZ115-161215- /O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0007.260116T0700Z-260117T1200Z/ Laramie Valley- Including the cities of Laramie and Bosler 508 PM MST Thu Jan 15 2026 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 5 AM MST SATURDAY... * WHAT...Northwest winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 70 mph expected. * WHERE...Laramie Valley. * WHEN...From midnight tonight to 5 AM MST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including campers and tractor trailers. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong gusty winds combined with low humidity and very dry fuels will produce conditions favorable for the rapid spread of grassland wildfires. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe location prior to the onset of winds. Avoid outdoor burning and any other activities that could spark a wildfire. && $$ WYZ116-117-161215- /O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0007.260116T0700Z-260117T1900Z/ South Laramie Range-South Laramie Range Foothills- Including the cities of Federal, Whitaker, Buford, Horse Creek, Vedauwoo, and Pumpkin Vine 508 PM MST Thu Jan 15 2026 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO NOON MST SATURDAY... * WHAT...Northwest winds 40 to 50 mph with gusts up to 80 mph expected. * WHERE...South Laramie Range and Foothills including the Interstate 80 Summit between Cheyenne and Laramie. * WHEN...From midnight tonight to noon MST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including campers and tractor trailers. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong gusty winds combined with low humidity and very dry fuels will produce conditions favorable for the rapid spread of grassland wildfires. 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. && $$ Trudel
633 WWUS75 KCYS 160849 NPWCYS URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Cheyenne WY 149 AM MST Fri Jan 16 2026 NEZ002-095-WYZ101-102-170000- /O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0007.000000T0000Z-260117T0000Z/ Dawes County-Northern Sioux County-Converse County Lower Elevations-Niobrara County- Including the cities of Chadron St Park, Redbird, Lusk, Douglas, Deer Creek, Glenrock, Bill, Chadron, and Harrison 149 AM MST Fri Jan 16 2026 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST THIS AFTERNOON... * WHAT...Northwest winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 75 mph expected. * WHERE...In Nebraska, Dawes County and Northern Sioux County. In Wyoming, Converse County Lower Elevations and Niobrara County. * WHEN...Until 5 PM MST this afternoon. * IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including campers and tractor trailers. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong gusty winds combined with low humidity and very dry fuels will produce conditions favorable for the rapid spread of grassland wildfires. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Avoid outdoor burning and any other activities that could spark a wildfire. && $$ NEZ003-019>021-096-WYZ107-108-170000- /O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0007.000000T0000Z-260117T0000Z/ Box Butte County-Scotts Bluff County-Banner County-Morrill County- Southern Sioux County-East Platte County-Goshen County- Including the cities of Bridgeport, Bayard, Agate, Wheatland, Alliance, Harrisburg, Hemingford, Redington, Gering, Torrington, Scottsbluff, Guernsey, and Angora 149 AM MST Fri Jan 16 2026 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST THIS AFTERNOON... * WHAT...Northwest winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 70 mph expected. * WHERE...In Nebraska, Banner County, Box Butte County, Morrill County, Scotts Bluff County, and Southern Sioux County. In Wyoming, East Platte County and Goshen County. * WHEN...Until 5 PM MST this afternoon. * IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including campers and tractor trailers. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong gusty winds combined with low humidity and very dry fuels will produce conditions favorable for the rapid spread of grassland wildfires in areas that did not receive snow Thursday evening. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Avoid outdoor burning and any other activities that could spark a wildfire. && $$ NEZ054-055-WYZ118-119-170000- /O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0007.000000T0000Z-260117T0000Z/ Kimball County-Cheyenne County-Central Laramie County-East Laramie County- Including the cities of Cheyenne, Brownson, Sidney, Pine Bluffs, and Kimball 149 AM MST Fri Jan 16 2026 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST THIS AFTERNOON... * WHAT...Northwest winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 70 mph expected. * WHERE...In Nebraska, Cheyenne County and Kimball County. In Wyoming, Central Laramie County and East Laramie County. * WHEN...Until 5 PM MST this afternoon. * IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including campers and tractor trailers. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong gusty winds combined with low humidity and very dry fuels will produce conditions favorable for the rapid spread of grassland wildfires in areas that did not receive snow Thursday evening. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Avoid outdoor burning and any other activities that could spark a wildfire. && $$ WYZ106-170000- /O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0007.000000T0000Z-260117T0000Z/ Central Laramie Range and Southwest Platte County- Including the cities of Bordeaux 149 AM MST Fri Jan 16 2026 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST THIS AFTERNOON... * WHAT...Northwest winds 35 to 50 mph with gusts up to 70 mph. * WHERE...All of southwest Platte County and eastern Albany County, including areas near Wheatland and highway 34. * WHEN...Until 5 PM MST this afternoon. * IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including campers and tractor trailers. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong gusty winds combined with low humidity and very dry fuels will produce conditions favorable for the rapid spread of grassland wildfires in areas that did not receive snow Thursday evening. 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. && $$ WYZ110-170000- /O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0007.000000T0000Z-260117T1900Z/ North Snowy Range Foothills- Including the cities of Arlington and Elk Mountain 149 AM MST Fri Jan 16 2026 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON MST SATURDAY... * WHAT...Northwest winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 80 mph expected. * WHERE...North Snowy Range Foothills including Arlington and Elk Mountain along Interstate 80. * WHEN...Until noon MST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including campers and tractor trailers. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Avoid outdoor burning and any other activities that could spark a wildfire. && $$ WYZ115-170000- /O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0007.000000T0000Z-260117T1200Z/ Laramie Valley- Including the cities of Bosler and Laramie 149 AM MST Fri Jan 16 2026 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM MST SATURDAY... * WHAT...Northwest winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 70 mph expected. * WHERE...Laramie Valley. * WHEN...Until 5 AM MST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including campers and tractor trailers. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong gusty winds combined with low humidity and very dry fuels will produce conditions favorable for the rapid spread of grassland wildfires. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Avoid outdoor burning and any other activities that could spark a wildfire. && $$ WYZ116-117-170000- /O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0007.000000T0000Z-260117T1900Z/ South Laramie Range-South Laramie Range Foothills- Including the cities of Horse Creek, Vedauwoo, Whitaker, Pumpkin Vine, Buford, and Federal 149 AM MST Fri Jan 16 2026 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON MST SATURDAY... * WHAT...Northwest winds 40 to 50 mph with gusts up to 80 mph expected. * WHERE...South Laramie Range and Foothills including the Interstate 80 Summit between Cheyenne and Laramie. * WHEN...Until noon MST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including campers and tractor trailers. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong gusty winds combined with low humidity and very dry fuels will produce conditions favorable for the rapid spread of grassland wildfires. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Avoid outdoor burning and any other activities that could spark a wildfire. && $$ MN
097 WWUS75 KCYS 162017 NPWCYS URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Cheyenne WY 117 PM MST Fri Jan 16 2026 NEZ002-095-170430- /O.NEW.KCYS.CW.Y.0001.260117T0600Z-260117T1700Z/ /O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0007.000000T0000Z-260117T0000Z/ Dawes County-Northern Sioux County- Including the cities of Chadron, Harrison, and Chadron St Park 117 PM MST Fri Jan 16 2026 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST THIS AFTERNOON... ...COLD WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM THIS EVENING TO 10 AM MST SATURDAY... * WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, northwest winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 75 mph. Strong winds will also cause areas of blowing dust, which could severely reduce visibility. For the Cold Weather Advisory, very cold wind chills as low as 30 below expected. * WHERE...Dawes County and Northern Sioux County. * WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, until 5 PM MST this afternoon. For the Cold Weather Advisory, from 11 PM this evening to 10 AM MST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including campers and tractor trailers. The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 30 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong gusty winds combined with low humidity and very dry fuels will produce conditions favorable for the rapid spread of grassland wildfires. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Avoid outdoor burning and any other activities that could spark a wildfire. && $$ NEZ003-096-170430- /O.NEW.KCYS.CW.Y.0001.260117T0600Z-260117T1700Z/ /O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0007.000000T0000Z-260117T0000Z/ Box Butte County-Southern Sioux County- Including the cities of Alliance, Hemingford, and Agate 117 PM MST Fri Jan 16 2026 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST THIS AFTERNOON... ...COLD WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM THIS EVENING TO 10 AM MST SATURDAY... * WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, northwest winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 70 mph. Areas of blowing dust will lead to reduced visibility. For the Cold Weather Advisory, very cold wind chills as low as 30 below expected. * WHERE...Box Butte County and Southern Sioux County. * WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, until 5 PM MST this afternoon. For the Cold Weather Advisory, from 11 PM this evening to 10 AM MST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including campers and tractor trailers. The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 30 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong gusty winds combined with low humidity and very dry fuels will produce conditions favorable for the rapid spread of grassland wildfires in areas that did not receive snow Thursday evening. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Avoid outdoor burning and any other activities that could spark a wildfire. && $$ NEZ019>021-WYZ107-108-170000- /O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0007.000000T0000Z-260117T0000Z/ Scotts Bluff County-Banner County-Morrill County-East Platte County-Goshen County- Including the cities of Bridgeport, Angora, Harrisburg, Guernsey, Bayard, Torrington, Wheatland, Redington, Gering, and Scottsbluff 117 PM MST Fri Jan 16 2026 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST THIS AFTERNOON... * WHAT...Northwest winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 70 mph. Areas of blowing dust will lead to reduced visibility. * WHERE...In Nebraska, Banner County, Morrill County, and Scotts Bluff County. In Wyoming, East Platte County and Goshen County. * WHEN...Until 5 PM MST this 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... People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around or damaged by the wind. && $$ NEZ054-055-WYZ118-119-170000- /O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0007.000000T0000Z-260117T0000Z/ Kimball County-Cheyenne County-Central Laramie County-East Laramie County- Including the cities of Sidney, Pine Bluffs, Cheyenne, Kimball, and Brownson 117 PM MST Fri Jan 16 2026 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST THIS AFTERNOON... * WHAT...Northwest winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 70 mph expected. Areas of blowing dust will lead to reduced visibility. * WHERE...In Nebraska, Cheyenne County and Kimball County. In Wyoming, Central Laramie County and East Laramie County. * WHEN...Until 5 PM MST this afternoon. * IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including campers and tractor trailers. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong gusty winds combined with low humidity and very dry fuels will produce conditions favorable for the rapid spread of grassland wildfires in areas that did not receive snow Thursday evening. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Avoid outdoor burning and any other activities that could spark a wildfire. && $$ WYZ101-102-170000- /O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0007.000000T0000Z-260117T0000Z/ Converse County Lower Elevations-Niobrara County- Including the cities of Douglas, Lusk, Deer Creek, Bill, Glenrock, and Redbird 117 PM MST Fri Jan 16 2026 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST THIS AFTERNOON... * WHAT...Northwest winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 75 mph. * WHERE...Converse County Lower Elevations and Niobrara County. * WHEN...Until 5 PM MST this 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... People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around or damaged by the wind. && $$ WYZ106-170000- /O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0007.000000T0000Z-260117T0000Z/ Central Laramie Range and Southwest Platte County- Including the cities of Bordeaux 117 PM MST Fri Jan 16 2026 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST THIS AFTERNOON... * WHAT...Northwest winds 35 to 50 mph with gusts up to 70 mph. * WHERE...Bordeaux area along Interstate 25 between Chugwater and Wheatland. * WHEN...Until 5 PM MST this afternoon. * IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including campers and tractor trailers. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong gusty winds combined with low humidity and very dry fuels will produce conditions favorable for the rapid spread of grassland wildfires in areas that did not receive snow Thursday evening. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A High Wind Warning means a hazardous high wind event is expected or occurring. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 MPH or gusts of 58 MPH or stronger can lead to property damage. && $$ WYZ110-170430- /O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0007.000000T0000Z-260117T1900Z/ North Snowy Range Foothills- Including the cities of Arlington and Elk Mountain 117 PM MST Fri Jan 16 2026 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON MST SATURDAY... * WHAT...Northwest winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 80 mph expected. * WHERE...North Snowy Range Foothills including Arlington and Elk Mountain along Interstate 80. * WHEN...Until noon MST Saturday. * 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... Avoid outdoor burning and any other activities that could spark a wildfire. && $$ WYZ115-170430- /O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0007.000000T0000Z-260117T1200Z/ Laramie Valley- Including the cities of Laramie and Bosler 117 PM MST Fri Jan 16 2026 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM MST SATURDAY... * WHAT...Northwest winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 70 mph expected. * WHERE...Laramie Valley. * WHEN...Until 5 AM MST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including campers and tractor trailers. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong gusty winds combined with low humidity and very dry fuels will produce conditions favorable for the rapid spread of grassland wildfires. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Avoid outdoor burning and any other activities that could spark a wildfire. && $$ WYZ116-117-170430- /O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0007.000000T0000Z-260117T1900Z/ South Laramie Range-South Laramie Range Foothills- Including the cities of Horse Creek, Federal, Whitaker, Pumpkin Vine, Buford, and Vedauwoo 117 PM MST Fri Jan 16 2026 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON MST SATURDAY... * WHAT...Northwest winds 40 to 50 mph with gusts up to 80 mph expected. * WHERE...South Laramie Range and Foothills including the Interstate 80 Summit between Cheyenne and Laramie. * WHEN...Until noon MST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including campers and tractor trailers. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong gusty winds combined with low humidity and very dry fuels will produce conditions favorable for the rapid spread of grassland wildfires. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Avoid outdoor burning and any other activities that could spark a wildfire. && $$ Fuller
928 WWUS75 KCYS 162353 NPWCYS URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Cheyenne WY 453 PM MST Fri Jan 16 2026 NEZ002-003-095-096-171200- /O.EXP.KCYS.HW.W.0007.000000T0000Z-260117T0000Z/ /O.CON.KCYS.CW.Y.0001.260117T0600Z-260117T1700Z/ Dawes County-Box Butte County-Northern Sioux County-Southern Sioux County- Including the cities of Chadron, Alliance, Agate, Hemingford, Chadron St Park, and Harrison 453 PM MST Fri Jan 16 2026 ...COLD WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM THIS EVENING TO 10 AM MST SATURDAY... ...HIGH WIND WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 5 PM MST THIS AFTERNOON... * WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 30 below expected. * WHERE...Box Butte County, Dawes County, Northern Sioux County, and Southern Sioux County. * WHEN...From 11 PM this evening to 10 AM MST Saturday. * IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 30 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves. && $$ NEZ019>021-054-055-WYZ101-102-106>108-118-119-170100- /O.EXP.KCYS.HW.W.0007.000000T0000Z-260117T0000Z/ Scotts Bluff County-Banner County-Morrill County-Kimball County- Cheyenne County-Converse County Lower Elevations-Niobrara County- Central Laramie Range and Southwest Platte County-East Platte County-Goshen County-Central Laramie County-East Laramie County- Including the cities of Bridgeport, Deer Creek, Torrington, Bill, Redington, Gering, Redbird, Harrisburg, Sidney, Lusk, Cheyenne, Bordeaux, Brownson, Wheatland, Pine Bluffs, Glenrock, Scottsbluff, Douglas, Angora, Guernsey, Bayard, and Kimball 453 PM MST Fri Jan 16 2026 ...HIGH WIND WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 5 PM MST THIS AFTERNOON... Winds have diminished below warning thresholds. However, wind gusts up to 60 mph will be possible over the next few hours. $$ WYZ110-171200- /O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0007.000000T0000Z-260117T1900Z/ North Snowy Range Foothills- Including the cities of Arlington and Elk Mountain 453 PM MST Fri Jan 16 2026 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON MST SATURDAY... * WHAT...Northwest winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 80 mph expected. * WHERE...North Snowy Range Foothills including Arlington and Elk Mountain along Interstate 80. * WHEN...Until noon MST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including campers and tractor trailers. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Avoid outdoor burning and any other activities that could spark a wildfire. && $$ WYZ115-171200- /O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0007.000000T0000Z-260117T1200Z/ Laramie Valley- Including the cities of Laramie and Bosler 453 PM MST Fri Jan 16 2026 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM MST SATURDAY... * WHAT...Northwest winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 70 mph expected. * WHERE...Laramie Valley. * WHEN...Until 5 AM MST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including campers and tractor trailers. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong gusty winds combined with low humidity and very dry fuels will produce conditions favorable for the rapid spread of grassland wildfires. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Avoid outdoor burning and any other activities that could spark a wildfire. && $$ WYZ116-117-171200- /O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0007.000000T0000Z-260117T1900Z/ South Laramie Range-South Laramie Range Foothills- Including the cities of Horse Creek, Federal, Whitaker, Pumpkin Vine, Buford, and Vedauwoo 453 PM MST Fri Jan 16 2026 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON MST SATURDAY... * WHAT...Northwest winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 75 mph. * WHERE...South Laramie Range and Foothills including the Interstate 80 Summit between Cheyenne and Laramie. * WHEN...Until noon MST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including campers and tractor trailers. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong gusty winds combined with low humidity and very dry fuels will produce conditions favorable for the rapid spread of grassland wildfires. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Avoid outdoor burning and any other activities that could spark a wildfire. && $$ Fuller
907 WWUS75 KCYS 170922 NPWCYS URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Cheyenne WY 222 AM MST Sat Jan 17 2026 WYZ110-180000- /O.NEW.KCYS.HW.A.0008.260118T0000Z-260119T0000Z/ /O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0007.000000T0000Z-260117T1900Z/ North Snowy Range Foothills- Including the cities of Arlington and Elk Mountain 222 AM MST Sat Jan 17 2026 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON MST TODAY... ...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THIS AFTERNOON THROUGH SUNDAY AFTERNOON... * WHAT...Northwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected through Saturday morning. Then, after a lull, west winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph possible Saturday evening into Sunday. * WHERE...North Snowy Range Foothills including Arlington and Elk Mountain along Interstate 80. * WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, until noon MST today. For the High Wind Watch, from this afternoon through Sunday 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 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. && $$ WYZ116-180000- /O.NEW.KCYS.HW.A.0008.260118T0000Z-260119T0000Z/ /O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0007.000000T0000Z-260117T1900Z/ South Laramie Range- Including the cities of Pumpkin Vine, Buford, and Vedauwoo 222 AM MST Sat Jan 17 2026 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON MST TODAY... ...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THIS AFTERNOON THROUGH SUNDAY AFTERNOON... * WHAT...Northwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 65 mph expected through Saturday morning. Then, after a lull, west winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph possible Saturday evening into Sunday. * WHERE...South Laramie Range including the Interstate 80 Summit between Cheyenne and Laramie. * WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, until noon MST today. For the High Wind Watch, from this afternoon through Sunday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including campers and tractor trailers. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A High Wind Warning means a hazardous high wind event is expected or occurring. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 MPH or gusts of 58 MPH or stronger can lead to property damage. A High Wind Watch means there is the potential for a hazardous high wind event. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 MPH or gusts of 58 MPH or stronger may occur. Continue to monitor the latest forecasts. && $$ WYZ115-171200- /O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0007.000000T0000Z-260117T1200Z/ Laramie Valley- Including the cities of Laramie and Bosler 222 AM MST Sat Jan 17 2026 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM MST EARLY THIS MORNING... * WHAT...Northwest winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected. * WHERE...Laramie Valley. * WHEN...Until 5 AM MST early this 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... Avoid outdoor burning and any other activities that could spark a wildfire. && $$ WYZ117-171900- /O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0007.000000T0000Z-260117T1900Z/ South Laramie Range Foothills- Including the cities of Federal, Whitaker, and Horse Creek 222 AM MST Sat Jan 17 2026 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON MST TODAY... * WHAT...Northwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph. * WHERE...South Laramie Range and Foothills including the Interstate 80 Summit between Cheyenne and Laramie. * WHEN...Until noon MST today. * IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including campers and tractor trailers. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A High Wind Warning means a hazardous high wind event is expected or occurring. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 MPH or gusts of 58 MPH or stronger can lead to property damage. && $$ NEZ002-003-095-096-180000- /O.NEW.KCYS.HW.A.0008.260118T1300Z-260119T0000Z/ /O.CON.KCYS.CW.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-260117T1700Z/ Dawes County-Box Butte County-Northern Sioux County-Southern Sioux County- Including the cities of Hemingford, Harrison, Chadron St Park, Chadron, Agate, and Alliance 222 AM MST Sat Jan 17 2026 ...COLD WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM MST THIS MORNING... ...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM SUNDAY MORNING THROUGH SUNDAY AFTERNOON... * WHAT...For the Cold Weather Advisory, very cold wind chills as low as 30 below. For the High Wind Watch, northwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 65 mph possible. * WHERE...Box Butte County, Dawes County, Northern Sioux County, and Southern Sioux County. * WHEN...For the Cold Weather Advisory, until 10 AM MST this morning. For the High Wind Watch, from Sunday morning through Sunday afternoon. * IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 30 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes Saturday morning. On Sunday, mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including campers and tractor trailers. In addition, areas of blowing dust will be possible on Sunday. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe location prior to the onset of winds. Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves. && $$ WYZ106-180000- /O.NEW.KCYS.HW.A.0008.260118T0000Z-260118T1500Z/ Central Laramie Range and Southwest Platte County- Including the cities of Bordeaux 222 AM MST Sat Jan 17 2026 ...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THIS AFTERNOON THROUGH SUNDAY MORNING... * WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph possible. * WHERE...Bordeaux area along Interstate 25 between Chugwater and Wheatland. * WHEN...From this afternoon through Sunday morning. * IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including campers and tractor trailers. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A High Wind Watch means there is the potential for a hazardous high wind event. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 MPH or gusts of 58 MPH or stronger may occur. Continue to monitor the latest forecasts. && $$ WYZ102-180000- /O.NEW.KCYS.HW.A.0008.260118T1300Z-260119T0000Z/ Niobrara County- Including the cities of Redbird and Lusk 222 AM MST Sat Jan 17 2026 ...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM SUNDAY MORNING THROUGH SUNDAY AFTERNOON... * WHAT...Northwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph possible. * WHERE...Niobrara County. * WHEN...From Sunday morning through Sunday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including campers and tractor trailers. In addition, areas of blowing dust will be possible on Sunday. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe location prior to the onset of winds. && $$ MN
987 WWUS75 KCYS 171009 NPWCYS URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Cheyenne WY 309 AM MST Sat Jan 17 2026 NEZ020-054-055-WYZ118-119-171900- /O.EXA.KCYS.HW.W.0007.000000T0000Z-260117T1900Z/ Banner County-Kimball County-Cheyenne County-Central Laramie County-East Laramie County- Including the cities of Harrisburg, Sidney, Brownson, Kimball, Pine Bluffs, and Cheyenne 309 AM MST Sat Jan 17 2026 ...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON MST TODAY... * WHAT...Northwest winds 30 to 35 mph with gusts up to 65 mph. * WHERE...In Nebraska, Banner County, Cheyenne County, and Kimball County. In Wyoming, Central Laramie County and East Laramie County. * WHEN...Until noon MST today. * IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including campers and tractor trailers. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong gusty winds combined with low humidity and very dry fuels will produce conditions favorable for the rapid spread of grassland wildfires. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A High Wind Warning means a hazardous high wind event is expected or occurring. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 MPH or gusts of 58 MPH or stronger can lead to property damage. && $$ WYZ110-180000- /O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0007.000000T0000Z-260117T1900Z/ /O.CON.KCYS.HW.A.0008.260118T0000Z-260119T0000Z/ North Snowy Range Foothills- Including the cities of Arlington and Elk Mountain 309 AM MST Sat Jan 17 2026 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON MST TODAY... ...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THIS AFTERNOON THROUGH SUNDAY AFTERNOON... * WHAT...Northwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected through Saturday morning. Then, after a lull, west winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph possible Saturday evening into Sunday. * WHERE...North Snowy Range Foothills including Arlington and Elk Mountain along Interstate 80. * WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, until noon MST today. For the High Wind Watch, from this afternoon through Sunday 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... Avoid outdoor burning and any other activities that could spark a wildfire. && $$ WYZ116-180000- /O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0007.000000T0000Z-260117T1900Z/ /O.CON.KCYS.HW.A.0008.260118T0000Z-260119T0000Z/ South Laramie Range- Including the cities of Pumpkin Vine, Buford, and Vedauwoo 309 AM MST Sat Jan 17 2026 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON MST TODAY... ...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THIS AFTERNOON THROUGH SUNDAY AFTERNOON... * WHAT...Northwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 65 mph expected through Saturday morning. Then, after a lull, west winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph possible Saturday evening into Sunday. * WHERE...South Laramie Range and Foothills including the Interstate 80 Summit between Cheyenne and Laramie. * WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, until noon MST today. For the High Wind Watch, from this afternoon through Sunday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including campers and tractor trailers. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong gusty winds combined with low humidity and very dry fuels will produce conditions favorable for the rapid spread of grassland wildfires. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Avoid outdoor burning and any other activities that could spark a wildfire. && $$ WYZ115-171200- /O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0007.000000T0000Z-260117T1200Z/ Laramie Valley- Including the cities of Laramie and Bosler 309 AM MST Sat Jan 17 2026 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM MST EARLY THIS MORNING... * WHAT...Northwest winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected. * WHERE...Laramie Valley. * WHEN...Until 5 AM MST early this 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...Strong gusty winds combined with low humidity and very dry fuels will produce conditions favorable for the rapid spread of grassland wildfires. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Avoid outdoor burning and any other activities that could spark a wildfire. && $$ WYZ117-171900- /O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0007.000000T0000Z-260117T1900Z/ South Laramie Range Foothills- Including the cities of Federal, Whitaker, and Horse Creek 309 AM MST Sat Jan 17 2026 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON MST TODAY... * WHAT...Northwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph. * WHERE...South Laramie Range and Foothills including the Interstate 80 Summit between Cheyenne and Laramie. * WHEN...Until noon MST today. * IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including campers and tractor trailers. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A High Wind Warning means a hazardous high wind event is expected or occurring. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 MPH or gusts of 58 MPH or stronger can lead to property damage. && $$ NEZ002-003-095-096-180000- /O.CON.KCYS.CW.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-260117T1700Z/ /O.CON.KCYS.HW.A.0008.260118T1300Z-260119T0000Z/ Dawes County-Box Butte County-Northern Sioux County-Southern Sioux County- Including the cities of Hemingford, Harrison, Chadron St Park, Chadron, Agate, and Alliance 309 AM MST Sat Jan 17 2026 ...COLD WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM MST THIS MORNING... ...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SUNDAY MORNING THROUGH SUNDAY AFTERNOON... * WHAT...For the Cold Weather Advisory, very cold wind chills as low as 30 below. For the High Wind Watch, northwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 65 mph possible. * WHERE...Box Butte County, Dawes County, Northern Sioux County, and Southern Sioux County. * WHEN...For the Cold Weather Advisory, until 10 AM MST this morning. For the High Wind Watch, from Sunday morning through Sunday afternoon. * IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 30 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes Saturday morning. On Sunday, mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including campers and tractor trailers. In addition, areas of blowing dust will be possible on Sunday. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves. && $$ WYZ106-180000- /O.CON.KCYS.HW.A.0008.260118T0000Z-260118T1500Z/ Central Laramie Range and Southwest Platte County- Including the cities of Bordeaux 309 AM MST Sat Jan 17 2026 ...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THIS AFTERNOON THROUGH SUNDAY MORNING... * WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph possible. * WHERE...Bordeaux area along Interstate 25 between Chugwater and Wheatland. * WHEN...From this afternoon through Sunday morning. * IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including campers and tractor trailers. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A High Wind Watch means there is the potential for a hazardous high wind event. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 MPH or gusts of 58 MPH or stronger may occur. Continue to monitor the latest forecasts. && $$ WYZ102-180000- /O.CON.KCYS.HW.A.0008.260118T1300Z-260119T0000Z/ Niobrara County- Including the cities of Redbird and Lusk 309 AM MST Sat Jan 17 2026 ...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SUNDAY MORNING THROUGH SUNDAY AFTERNOON... * WHAT...Northwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph possible. * WHERE...Niobrara County. * WHEN...From Sunday morning through Sunday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including campers and tractor trailers. In addition, areas of blowing dust will be possible on Sunday. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe location prior to the onset of winds. && $$ MN
760 WWUS75 KCYS 171137 NPWCYS URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Cheyenne WY 437 AM MST Sat Jan 17 2026 WYZ115-171245- /O.EXP.KCYS.HW.W.0007.000000T0000Z-260117T1200Z/ Laramie Valley- Including the cities of Laramie and Bosler 437 AM MST Sat Jan 17 2026 ...HIGH WIND WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 5 AM MST EARLY THIS MORNING... Winds have diminished below warning thresholds. However, wind gusts up to 55 mph will be possible through midday today. $$ WYZ110-171900- /O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0007.000000T0000Z-260117T1900Z/ /O.CON.KCYS.HW.A.0008.260118T0000Z-260119T0000Z/ North Snowy Range Foothills- Including the cities of Arlington and Elk Mountain 437 AM MST Sat Jan 17 2026 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON MST TODAY... ...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THIS AFTERNOON THROUGH SUNDAY AFTERNOON... * WHAT...Northwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected through Saturday morning. Then, after a lull, west winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph possible Saturday evening into Sunday. * WHERE...North Snowy Range Foothills including Arlington and Elk Mountain along Interstate 80. * WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, until noon MST today. For the High Wind Watch, from this afternoon through Sunday 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 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. && $$ WYZ116-171900- /O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0007.000000T0000Z-260117T1900Z/ /O.CON.KCYS.HW.A.0008.260118T0000Z-260119T0000Z/ South Laramie Range- Including the cities of Pumpkin Vine, Buford, and Vedauwoo 437 AM MST Sat Jan 17 2026 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON MST TODAY... ...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THIS AFTERNOON THROUGH SUNDAY AFTERNOON... * WHAT...Northwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 65 mph expected through Saturday morning. Then, after a lull, west winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph possible Saturday evening into Sunday. * WHERE...South Laramie Range and Foothills including the Interstate 80 Summit between Cheyenne and Laramie. * WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, until noon MST today. For the High Wind Watch, from this afternoon through Sunday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including campers and tractor trailers. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A High Wind Warning means a hazardous high wind event is expected or occurring. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 MPH or gusts of 58 MPH or stronger can lead to property damage. A High Wind Watch means there is the potential for a hazardous high wind event. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 MPH or gusts of 58 MPH or stronger may occur. Continue to monitor the latest forecasts. && $$ NEZ020-054-055-WYZ118-119-171900- /O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0007.000000T0000Z-260117T1900Z/ Banner County-Kimball County-Cheyenne County-Central Laramie County-East Laramie County- Including the cities of Harrisburg, Sidney, Brownson, Kimball, Pine Bluffs, and Cheyenne 437 AM MST Sat Jan 17 2026 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON MST TODAY... * WHAT...Northwest winds 30 to 35 mph with gusts up to 65 mph. * WHERE...In Nebraska, Banner County, Cheyenne County, and Kimball County. In Wyoming, Central Laramie County and East Laramie County. * WHEN...Until noon MST today. * IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including campers and tractor trailers. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong gusty winds combined with low humidity and very dry fuels will produce conditions favorable for the rapid spread of grassland wildfires. 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. && $$ WYZ117-171900- /O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0007.000000T0000Z-260117T1900Z/ South Laramie Range Foothills- Including the cities of Federal, Whitaker, and Horse Creek 437 AM MST Sat Jan 17 2026 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON MST TODAY... * WHAT...Northwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph. * WHERE...South Laramie Range and Foothills including the Interstate 80 Summit between Cheyenne and Laramie. * WHEN...Until noon MST today. * IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including campers and tractor trailers. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A High Wind Warning means a hazardous high wind event is expected or occurring. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 MPH or gusts of 58 MPH or stronger can lead to property damage. && $$ NEZ002-003-095-096-171900- /O.CON.KCYS.CW.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-260117T1700Z/ /O.CON.KCYS.HW.A.0008.260118T1300Z-260119T0000Z/ Dawes County-Box Butte County-Northern Sioux County-Southern Sioux County- Including the cities of Hemingford, Harrison, Chadron St Park, Chadron, Agate, and Alliance 437 AM MST Sat Jan 17 2026 ...COLD WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM MST THIS MORNING... ...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SUNDAY MORNING THROUGH SUNDAY AFTERNOON... * WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 25 below Saturday morning. Then, northwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 65 mph possible on Sunday. * WHERE...Box Butte County, Dawes County, Northern Sioux County, and Southern Sioux County. * WHEN...For the Cold Weather Advisory, until 10 AM MST this morning. For the High Wind Watch, from Sunday morning through Sunday afternoon. * IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 30 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes. High wind impacts will be mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including campers and tractor trailers. In addition, areas of blowing dust will be possible on Sunday. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe location prior to the onset of winds. Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves. && $$ WYZ106-171900- /O.CON.KCYS.HW.A.0008.260118T0000Z-260118T1500Z/ Central Laramie Range and Southwest Platte County- Including the cities of Bordeaux 437 AM MST Sat Jan 17 2026 ...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THIS AFTERNOON THROUGH SUNDAY MORNING... * WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph possible. * WHERE...Bordeaux area along Interstate 25 between Chugwater and Wheatland. * WHEN...From this afternoon through Sunday morning. * IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including campers and tractor trailers. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A High Wind Watch means there is the potential for a hazardous high wind event. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 MPH or gusts of 58 MPH or stronger may occur. Continue to monitor the latest forecasts. && $$ WYZ102-171900- /O.CON.KCYS.HW.A.0008.260118T1300Z-260119T0000Z/ Niobrara County- Including the cities of Redbird and Lusk 437 AM MST Sat Jan 17 2026 ...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SUNDAY MORNING THROUGH SUNDAY AFTERNOON... * WHAT...Northwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph possible. * WHERE...Niobrara County. * WHEN...From Sunday morning through Sunday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including campers and tractor trailers. In addition, areas of blowing dust will be possible on Sunday. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe location prior to the onset of winds. && $$ MN
415 WWUS75 KCYS 171649 NPWCYS URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Cheyenne WY 949 AM MST Sat Jan 17 2026 NEZ002-003-095-096-171900- /O.EXP.KCYS.CW.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-260117T1700Z/ /O.CON.KCYS.HW.A.0008.260118T1300Z-260119T0000Z/ Dawes County-Box Butte County-Northern Sioux County-Southern Sioux County- Including the cities of Hemingford, Harrison, Agate, Alliance, Chadron St Park, and Chadron 949 AM MST Sat Jan 17 2026 ...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SUNDAY MORNING THROUGH SUNDAY AFTERNOON... ...COLD WEATHER ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 10 AM MST THIS MORNING... * WHAT...Northwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph possible. * WHERE...Box Butte County, Dawes County, Northern Sioux County, and Southern Sioux County. * WHEN...From Sunday morning through Sunday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including campers and tractor trailers. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe location prior to the onset of winds. && $$ WYZ110-171900- /O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0007.000000T0000Z-260117T1900Z/ /O.CON.KCYS.HW.A.0008.260118T0000Z-260119T0000Z/ North Snowy Range Foothills- Including the cities of Arlington and Elk Mountain 949 AM MST Sat Jan 17 2026 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON MST TODAY... ...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM MST THIS AFTERNOON THROUGH SUNDAY AFTERNOON... * WHAT...Northwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected through Saturday morning. Then, after a lull, west winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph possible Saturday evening into Sunday. * WHERE...North Snowy Range Foothills including Arlington and Elk Mountain along Interstate 80. * WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, until noon MST today. For the High Wind Watch, from 5 PM MST this afternoon through Sunday 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... Avoid outdoor burning and any other activities that could spark a wildfire. && $$ WYZ116-171900- /O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0007.000000T0000Z-260117T1900Z/ /O.CON.KCYS.HW.A.0008.260118T0000Z-260119T0000Z/ South Laramie Range- Including the cities of Buford, Pumpkin Vine, and Vedauwoo 949 AM MST Sat Jan 17 2026 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON MST TODAY... ...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM MST THIS AFTERNOON THROUGH SUNDAY AFTERNOON... * WHAT...Northwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 65 mph expected through Saturday morning. Then, after a lull, west winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph possible Saturday evening into Sunday. * WHERE...South Laramie Range and Foothills including the Interstate 80 Summit between Cheyenne and Laramie. * WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, until noon MST today. For the High Wind Watch, from 5 PM MST this afternoon through Sunday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including campers and tractor trailers. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong gusty winds combined with low humidity and very dry fuels will produce conditions favorable for the rapid spread of grassland wildfires. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Avoid outdoor burning and any other activities that could spark a wildfire. && $$ NEZ020-054-055-WYZ118-119-171900- /O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0007.000000T0000Z-260117T1900Z/ Banner County-Kimball County-Cheyenne County-Central Laramie County-East Laramie County- Including the cities of Harrisburg, Brownson, Kimball, Sidney, Cheyenne, and Pine Bluffs 949 AM MST Sat Jan 17 2026 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON MST TODAY... * WHAT...Northwest winds 30 to 35 mph with gusts up to 65 mph. * WHERE...In Nebraska, Banner County, Cheyenne County, and Kimball County. In Wyoming, Central Laramie County and East Laramie County. * WHEN...Until noon MST today. * IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including campers and tractor trailers. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong gusty winds combined with low humidity and very dry fuels will produce conditions favorable for the rapid spread of grassland wildfires. 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. && $$ WYZ117-171900- /O.CON.KCYS.HW.W.0007.000000T0000Z-260117T1900Z/ South Laramie Range Foothills- Including the cities of Federal, Horse Creek, and Whitaker 949 AM MST Sat Jan 17 2026 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON MST TODAY... * WHAT...Northwest winds around 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph. * WHERE...South Laramie Range and Foothills including the Interstate 80 Summit between Cheyenne and Laramie. * WHEN...Until noon MST today. * IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including campers and tractor trailers. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A High Wind Warning means a hazardous high wind event is expected or occurring. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 MPH or gusts of 58 MPH or stronger can lead to property damage. && $$ WYZ106-171900- /O.CON.KCYS.HW.A.0008.260118T0000Z-260118T1500Z/ Central Laramie Range and Southwest Platte County- Including the cities of Bordeaux 949 AM MST Sat Jan 17 2026 ...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM MST THIS AFTERNOON THROUGH SUNDAY MORNING... * 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 5 PM MST this afternoon through Sunday 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. && $$ WYZ102-171900- /O.CON.KCYS.HW.A.0008.260118T1300Z-260119T0000Z/ Niobrara County- Including the cities of Redbird and Lusk 949 AM MST Sat Jan 17 2026 ...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SUNDAY MORNING THROUGH SUNDAY AFTERNOON... * WHAT...Northwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph possible. * WHERE...Niobrara County. * WHEN...From Sunday morning through Sunday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including campers and tractor trailers. In addition, areas of blowing dust will be possible on Sunday. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves. && $$ CG
384 WWUS75 KCYS 171853 NPWCYS URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Cheyenne WY 1153 AM MST Sat Jan 17 2026 WYZ110-116-180300- /O.EXP.KCYS.HW.W.0007.000000T0000Z-260117T1900Z/ /O.CON.KCYS.HW.A.0008.260118T0000Z-260119T0000Z/ North Snowy Range Foothills-South Laramie Range- Including the cities of Arlington, Pumpkin Vine, Elk Mountain, Vedauwoo, and Buford 1153 AM MST Sat Jan 17 2026 ...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM MST THIS AFTERNOON THROUGH SUNDAY AFTERNOON... ...HIGH WIND WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT NOON MST TODAY... * WHAT...West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph possible. * WHERE...South Laramie Range including the Interstate 80 Summit between Cheyenne and Laramie, and North Snowy Range Foothills including Arlington and Elk Mountain along Interstate 80. * WHEN...From 5 PM MST this afternoon through Sunday 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. && $$ NEZ020-054-055-WYZ117>119-172000- /O.EXP.KCYS.HW.W.0007.000000T0000Z-260117T1900Z/ Banner County-Kimball County-Cheyenne County-South Laramie Range Foothills-Central Laramie County-East Laramie County- Including the cities of Federal, Pine Bluffs, Harrisburg, Brownson, Horse Creek, Kimball, Whitaker, Cheyenne, and Sidney 1153 AM MST Sat Jan 17 2026 ...HIGH WIND WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT NOON MST TODAY... Winds have lessened below warning criteria, but may still remain elevated this afternoon. $$ WYZ106-180300- /O.CON.KCYS.HW.A.0008.260118T0000Z-260118T1500Z/ Central Laramie Range and Southwest Platte County- Including the cities of Bordeaux 1153 AM MST Sat Jan 17 2026 ...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM MST THIS AFTERNOON THROUGH SUNDAY MORNING... * 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 5 PM MST this afternoon through Sunday 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. && $$ NEZ002-003-095-096-WYZ102-180300- /O.CON.KCYS.HW.A.0008.260118T1300Z-260119T0000Z/ Dawes County-Box Butte County-Northern Sioux County-Southern Sioux County-Niobrara County- Including the cities of Hemingford, Harrison, Agate, Alliance, Chadron St Park, Redbird, Lusk, and Chadron 1153 AM MST Sat Jan 17 2026 ...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SUNDAY MORNING THROUGH SUNDAY AFTERNOON... * WHAT...Northwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph possible. * WHERE...In Nebraska, Box Butte County, Dawes County, Northern Sioux County, and Southern Sioux County. In Wyoming, Niobrara County. * WHEN...From Sunday morning through Sunday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including campers and tractor trailers. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe location prior to the onset of winds. && $$ CG
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 Jan 14, 10:00 PM MST, 3 hours 49 minutes earlier. Its key messages:
- A widespread strong to locally damaging wind event remains on track for much of the area, with the strongest winds Thursday night through Friday afternoon.
- Elevated to near critical fire weather conditions are expected daily from Thursday onward due to gusty winds, low humidity, and dry fuels.
Area forecast discussion, Jan 14, 10:00 PM MST, 3 hours 49 minutes before
Area Forecast Discussion
National Weather Service Cheyenne WY
1000 PM MST Wed Jan 14 2026
.KEY MESSAGES...
- A widespread strong to locally damaging wind event remains on
track for much of the area, with the strongest winds Thursday
night through Friday afternoon.
- Elevated to near critical fire weather conditions are expected
daily from Thursday onward due to gusty winds, low humidity,
and dry fuels.
&&
.SHORT TERM /THROUGH THURSDAY NIGHT/...
Issued at 222 PM MST Wed Jan 14 2026
Before we talk about the main weather story that will start in the
short term and continue into the extended, lets first take a look at
precipitation chances and temperatures. Initially, the upper level
pattern will be dominated by ridging that pushes into the region,
keeping precipitation chances at a minimum under a dry air mass.
Switching to temperatures, with 700mb temperatures in the 0 to +2C
range, highs today are expected to top out in the 40s west of I-25
and the low to mid 50s east of the corridor, warmest across the
Nebraska Panhandle. Highs slightly cooler Thursday with cooler 700mb
temps pushing in. Lows tonight will dip down into the upper 20s to
low 30s for many locations across the CWA and colder Thursday night
with lows tanking into the mid teens and low 20s.
Now for the main event, winds, yup, you read that right. Expect
winds to really intensify Thursday evening for many locations in the
CWA east of I-25 as a deep trough dives south out of Canada. This
will interact with a dominate ridge across the West Coast, keeping
strong northerly flow into our region at all levels (250mb to
700mb). This will guide a series, two, of shortwaves that will dive
south into our CWA, with the first one tonight. This will be the
weaker of the two and ahead of the main trough. The surface gradient
will tighten tonight across the Laramie Range and surface wind
speeds increase, especially for Bordeaux along I-25. With the lack
of support aloft with this first shortwave, topography and gradient
will cause the winds to strengthen as in-house guidance suggests
probabilities of high winds near 40%. So, westerly gusts up to 55
mph are possible in this area through Thursday morning. Our CWA will
become sandwiched between the ridge across the West Coast and the
deep trough, as mentioned earlier, diving south out of Canada. As
such, the flow aloft will be aligned north/south and will guide a
more potent shortwave that pushes south along the western flank of
the deep trough to our east right into our region. So, with all the
ingredients coming together for this event Thursday night, expect
the winds to really ramp up and become widespread, even across the
Nebraska Panhandle, with west-northwest gusts to 70 mph and we are
continuing to message this with a slue of High Wind Watches.
Precipitation chances, the lesser story, will remain meager as these
shortwaves slide through due to limited moisture. Even with this
said, some of the newer guidance are increasing chances of
precipitation across the higher terrain, and as such POPs have been
increased with this forecast package for the Laramie and Snowy
Ranges Thursday evening. Dont expect a whole lot of accumulations,
generally a trace or less.
Another threat that bears watching for Thursday afternoon and hasn't
been discussed yet, what are the fire weather concern? With ample
dry conditions, minimum RH values dipping to near 20% and abundant
dry fuels, the threat is there and is something that will be closely
monitored. Stay tuned...
&&
.LONG TERM /FRIDAY THROUGH WEDNESDAY/...
Issued at 222 PM MST Wed Jan 14 2026
Over the long term forecast the ridge axis wobbles further west
as a upper level low drops into the eastern Northern Plains/
Western Great lakes area. This will send a trough to pass
through Nebraska tightening our pressure gradient Thursday into
Friday. The 500mb jetstream is expected to drop further south
with this trough to give us upper level support for enhanced
surface winds. The surface winds are expected to be rather gusty
as the 700mb jets ramps up between 70 to 80kts early Friday
morning. The LREF paints a swath of 30 to 40 percent probability
to exceed 75kts at the 700mb level across the Panhandle. When
computing the probs for exceeding 80kts that swath drops down to
10 to 20 percent. Looking at the global models omega fields,
there is some moderate to strong subsidence covering the
majority of the area east of I-25 in Southeast Wyoming into the
Nebraska Panhandle. Given the level of certainty in high winds.
The winds were increased with a blend of NBM90 and GFS20. This
should more accurate capture the areas of potential high wind.
Friday morning looks to be the timing of the strongest winds
with gusts reaching up to 65 to 75 mph in the Panhandle
depending on the where the 80kt jetstreak sets up. NAEFS also
continues to show PWAT values in the 10th Climatological
percentile across the far eastern edge of Southeast Wyoming and
most of the Nebraska Panhandle indicating a very dry airmass. RH
values look to drop into the teens by Friday afternoon with
dewpoints in the negatives. Given the low RH and the potential
for borderline Hurricane force winds, elevated fire weather to
red flag conditions may be present Friday afternoon. However,
behind the faster winds lies an arctic airmass that drops 700mb
temperatures from 4C to -4C Friday. This drop in 700mb
temperatures will be responsible for dropping the high
temperatures into the 30's on Friday. 700mb temperatures do
gradually warm back up into the 3 to 4C range Sunday into Monday
as the ridge axis wobbles back eastward. However, the region
will be lacking any significant moisture through the long term.
Long range ensembles show dry conditions lasting potentially
until the 21st of January.
&&
.AVIATION /06Z TAFS THROUGH 06Z FRIDAY/...
Issued at 1000 PM MST Wed Jan 14 2026
VFR conditions continue through much of the TAF period, with lower
ceilings moving into the region very late in the period, after about
21 to 00Z. Gusty winds return for the afternoon and evening, with
gusts between 30 and 40kts likely. Winds are expected to increase
further after about 06Z Friday.
&&
.CYS WATCHES/WARNINGS/ADVISORIES...
WY...High Wind Watch from Thursday evening through Friday afternoon
for WYZ101-102.
High Wind Watch from Thursday evening through Friday afternoon
for WYZ107-108-118-119.
High Wind Watch from late Thursday night through Friday
afternoon for WYZ110.
High Wind Watch from late Thursday night through Friday
evening for WYZ116-117.
NE...High Wind Watch from Thursday evening through Friday afternoon
for NEZ002-095.
High Wind Watch from Thursday evening through Friday afternoon
for NEZ003-019>021-054-055-096.
&&
SHORT TERM...RZ
LONG TERM...MM
AVIATION...AMHazardous weather outlook, Jan 14, 2:22 PM MST, 11 hours 27 minutes before
Hazardous Weather Outlook National Weather Service Cheyenne WY 222 PM MST Wed Jan 14 2026 NEZ002-003-019>021-054-055-095-096-WYZ101>119-152130- 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- 222 PM MST Wed Jan 14 2026 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 - No hazardous weather is expected at this time. .DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...THURSDAY THROUGH TUESDAY - A widespread strong to locally damaging wind event remains on track for much of the area, with the strongest winds Thursday night through Friday afternoon. - Elevated to near critical fire weather conditions are expected daily from Thursday onward due to gusty winds, low humidity, and dry fuels. .Spotter information statement... Spotter activation will not be needed.
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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.