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Blizzard Warning 2, NWS Sioux Falls, SD

March 13, 20264 states

NWS Sioux Falls, SD issued this blizzard warning at Mar 13, 2026, 9:20 PM CDT for 4 states. It took effect at Mar 14, 2026, 10:00 PM CDT. It was in force for 31 hr. 39 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
Mar 13, 2026, 9:20 PM CDT (02:20 UTC)
In effect from
Mar 14, 2026, 10:00 PM CDT
Expired
Mar 16, 2026, 5:09 AM CDT
In force
31 hr
Issued by
NWS Sioux Falls, SD
All 45 counties

Buena Vista County, IA, Cherokee County, IA, Clay County, IA, Dickinson County, IA, Ida County, IA, Lyon County, IA, O'Brien County, IA, Osceola County, IA, Plymouth County, IA, Sioux County, IA, Woodbury County, IA, Cottonwood County, MN, Jackson County, MN, Lincoln County, MN, Lyon County, MN, Murray County, MN, Nobles County, MN, Pipestone County, MN, Rock County, MN, Dakota County, NE, Dixon County, NE, Aurora County, SD, Beadle County, SD, Bon Homme County, SD, Brookings County, SD, Brule County, SD, Charles Mix County, SD, Clay County, SD, Davison County, SD, Douglas County, SD, Gregory County, SD, Hanson County, SD, Hutchinson County, SD, Jerauld County, SD, Kingsbury County, SD, Lake County, SD, Lincoln County, SD, McCook County, SD, Miner County, SD, Minnehaha County, SD, Moody County, SD, Sanborn County, SD, Turner County, SD, Union County, SD, Yankton County, SD

The radar

The Sioux Falls radar (KFSD), 16 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 02:21 UTC, the scan nearest the moment this went out.

Open the radar archive at this moment

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

What was reported inside it

TimeReportWhereRemark
Mar 15, 7:00 AM CDTFREEZING RAIN 0.13 Sse Lake Park, IA
Mar 15, 7:00 AM CDTFREEZING RAIN 0.33Sioux Rapids, IAAccumulations on a flat surface.
Mar 15, 7:00 AM CDTSNOW 22 Nne Worthington, MNCO-OP Observer station WRNM5 Worthington 2 NNE.
Mar 15, 7:00 AM CDTSNOW 29 S Dallas, SDCocorahs station SD-GY-1 Dallas 8.8 S.
Mar 15, 7:00 AM CDTSNOW 2.11 Nne Harrisburg, SDCocorahs station SD-LN-34 Harrisburg 0.8 NNE.
Mar 15, 7:00 AM CDTSNOW 2.51 E Letcher, SDCocorahs station SD-SB-4 Letcher 0.5 E.
Mar 15, 7:00 AM CDTSNOW 2.51 Sse Sioux Falls, SDCocorahs station SD-MH-147 Sioux Falls 1.1 SSE.
Mar 15, 7:00 AM CDTSNOW 2.54 Se Bruce, SDCocorahs station SD-BK-56 Brookings 6.5 NNW.
Mar 15, 7:00 AM CDTSNOW 2.54 Sw Stickney, SDCocorahs station SD-AR-8 Stickney 3.8 SW.
Mar 15, 7:00 AM CDTSNOW 2.56 Ssw Herrick, SDCocorahs station SD-GY-18 Burke 10.5 SSE.
Mar 15, 7:00 AM CDTSNOW 2.95 W Garretson, SDCocorahs station SD-MH-113 5 W Garretson.
Mar 15, 7:00 AM CDTSNOW 3Edgerton, MNCocorahs station MN-PS-6 Edgerton 0.2 WSW.
Mar 15, 7:00 AM CDTSNOW 3.13 Ese Sioux Falls, SDCocorahs station SD-MH-20 Sioux Falls 3.4 ESE.
Mar 15, 7:00 AM CDTSNOW 3.14 Wnw Rowena, SDCocorahs station SD-MH-82 Sioux Falls 5.2 E.
Mar 15, 7:00 AM CDTSNOW 3.1Hills, MNCocorahs station MN-RK-5 Hills 0.2 NW.
Mar 15, 7:00 AM CDTSNOW 3.5Brookings, SDCocorahs station SD-BK-7 Brookings 0.2 SSW.
Mar 15, 7:00 AM CDTSNOW 4.22 Se Balaton, MNCocorahs station MN-LY-21 Balaton 2.1 SE.
Mar 15, 7:00 AM CDTSNOW 4.58 Ssw Chamberlain, SDCocorahs station SD-BL-10 Chamberlain 7.5 SSW.
Mar 15, 7:00 AM CDTSNOW 4.92 S Brookings, SDCocorahs station SD-BK-57 Brookings 1.6 S.
Mar 15, 7:00 AM CDTSNOW 5.53 Ne Crooks, SDCocorahs station SD-MH-71 Renner 4.1 NW.
Mar 15, 7:00 AM CDTSNOW 61 Ssw Slayton, MNCocorahs station MN-MY-11 Slayton 0.8 SSW.
Mar 15, 7:00 AM CDTSNOW 64 Ssw Milroy, MNCocorahs station MN-LY-15 Milroy 4.1 SSW.
Mar 15, 7:55 AM CDTSNOW 4.51 Nnw Canton, SDCO-OP Observer station CNNS2 Canton.
Mar 15, 8:00 AM CDTSNOW 2.55 W Bruce, SDCocorahs station SD-BK-45 Bruce 5.3 W.
Mar 15, 8:00 AM CDTSNOW 2.71 Ne Brookings, SDCO-OP Observer station BROS2 Brookings 2 NE.
Mar 15, 8:00 AM CDTSNOW 3.5Aurora, SDCocorahs station SD-BK-59 Aurora 0.3 NNE.
Mar 15, 8:00 AM CDTSNOW 3.7Sibley, IACO-OP Observer station SIBI4 Sibley.
Mar 15, 8:00 AM CDTSNOW 61 N Marshall, MNCO-OP Observer station MMLM5 Marshall.
Mar 15, 8:00 AM CDTSNOW 65 S Cottonwood, MNCocorahs station MN-LY-14 4 S Cottonwood.
Mar 15, 8:17 AM CDTSNOW 2.8Woonsocket, SDCocorahs station SD-SB-3 Woonsocket 0.2 WSW.
Mar 15, 9:00 AM CDTSNOW 5.31 Sse Madison, SDCO-OP Observer station MRFS2 Madison 2SE.
Mar 15, 9:00 AM CDTSNOW 5.5Montrose, SDCO-OP Observer station MONS2 Montrose.
Mar 15, 9:26 AM CDTSNOW 4Howard, SDCO-OP Observer station HOWS2 Howard.
Mar 15, 11:30 AM CDTSNOW 2.31 Sse Vermillion, SDCO-OP Observer station VRMS2 1.4 S Vermillion.
Mar 15, 11:30 AM CDTSNOW 3.74 S Sioux Falls, SD
Mar 15, 12:38 PM CDTFREEZING RAIN 0.233 Wnw Spencer, IA
Mar 15, 12:52 PM CDTSNOW 6.73 Ne Tea, SD
Mar 15, 8:00 PM CDTSNOW 5.3De Smet, SDCO-OP Observer station DSMS2 De Smet.
Mar 15, 8:00 PM CDTSNOW 5.3De Smet, SDStorm Total Snowfall. CO-OP Observer station DSMS2 De Smet.

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

The nearest sounding before it

Aberdeen, SD (KABR), launched 00:00Z, 2.3 hours before the alert went out and 202 km from the middle of its area. This is the routine balloon launch nearest before it, the air the forecaster had in hand, not a measurement taken for the alert.

Skew-T log-pSkew-T log-p diagram, Aberdeen, SD at 00:00Z on 2026-03-14Temperature and dew point through the depth of the atmosphere, with the mixed-layer parcel. CAPE 0 joules per kilogram.LCL10008507005003002001001 km2 km3 km6 km9 km12 km15 km-30°-20°-10°10°20°30°40°
Temperature in red, dew point in green, the mixed-layer parcel dashed.
HodographHodograph, Aberdeen, SD at 00:00Z on 2026-03-14The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 126 square meters per square second.1939587897117136156Sfc1 km3 km6 km9 kmRMLM
The wind turning with height, colored by layer: ground to 1 km, 1 to 3 km, 3 to 6 km, 6 to 10 km.
Mixed-layer CAPE
0 J/kg
Mixed-layer CIN
No buoyant parcel
Mixed-layer LCL
1953 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
116 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
126 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
207 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
0.0

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The text

As transmitted.

521 
WWUS43 KFSD 140220
WSWFSD

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Sioux Falls SD
920 PM CDT Fri Mar 13 2026

MNZ071-072-080-081-089-090-097-SDZ040-056-141500-
/O.UPG.KFSD.WS.A.0001.260315T0000Z-260316T1200Z/
/O.NEW.KFSD.BZ.W.0002.260315T0300Z-260316T1200Z/
Lincoln-Lyon-Murray-Cottonwood-Nobles-Jackson-Pipestone-Brookings-
Moody-
Including the cities of Ivanhoe, Windom, Lake Benton, Mountain
Lake, Lakefield, Tyler, Worthington, Jackson, Flandreau,
Marshall, Pipestone, Fulda, Slayton, Hendricks, and Brookings
920 PM CDT Fri Mar 13 2026

...BLIZZARD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM SATURDAY TO 7 AM CDT 
MONDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations 
  between 6 and 13 inches and ice accumulations around a light glaze 
  possible. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of southwest Minnesota and east central South 
  Dakota.

* WHEN...From 10 PM Saturday to 7 AM CDT Monday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Whiteout 
  conditions will make travel extremely dangerous or impossible. The 
  hazardous conditions could impact the Monday morning commute. 
  Strong winds could cause tree damage.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, 
have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with 
your vehicle. The latest road conditions for the state you are 
calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

SDZ038-039-052>055-141500-
/O.UPG.KFSD.WS.A.0001.260315T0000Z-260316T0600Z/
/O.NEW.KFSD.BZ.W.0002.260315T0300Z-260316T0600Z/
Beadle-Kingsbury-Jerauld-Sanborn-Miner-Lake-
Including the cities of Wessington Springs, Alpena, Arlington,
Lake Preston, Orland, Madison, De Smet, Huron, Woonsocket, and
Howard
920 PM CDT Fri Mar 13 2026

...BLIZZARD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM SATURDAY TO 1 AM CDT 
MONDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations 
  between 5 and 9 inches. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of central and east central South Dakota.

* WHEN...From 10 PM Saturday to 1 AM CDT Monday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Whiteout conditions will 
  make travel extremely dangerous or impossible. Strong winds could 
  cause tree damage.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, 
have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with 
your vehicle. The latest road conditions for the state you are 
calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

SDZ050-057>061-063>065-141500-
/O.CON.KFSD.WS.A.0001.260315T0000Z-260316T0600Z/
Gregory-Brule-Aurora-Davison-Hanson-McCook-Charles Mix-Douglas-
Hutchinson-
Including the cities of Plankinton, Freeman, Bridgewater, Emery,
Kimball, Parkston, Tripp, Mitchell, Alexandria, White Lake,
Delmont, Marty, Stickney, Burke, Armour, Corsica, Platte, Wagner,
Chamberlain, Menno, Clayton, Salem, Canistota, Montrose, Lake
Andes, and Gregory
920 PM CDT Fri Mar 13 2026

...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY EVENING 
THROUGH LATE SUNDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions possible. Total snow accumulations 
  between 2 and 5 inches possible. Winds could gust as high as 60 
  mph.

* WHERE...Portions of south central and southeast South Dakota.

* WHEN...From Saturday evening through late Sunday night.

* IMPACTS...Visibilities may drop below 1/2 mile due to falling 
  and/or blowing snow at times. Plan on slippery road conditions. 
  Whiteout conditions may make travel extremely dangerous or 
  impossible. Strong winds could cause tree damage.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Prepare for possible blizzard conditions. Continue to monitor the 
latest forecasts for updates on this situation.

&&

$$

IAZ001-MNZ098-SDZ062-066-067-141500-
/O.CON.KFSD.WS.A.0001.260315T0600Z-260316T1200Z/
Lyon-Rock-Minnehaha-Turner-Lincoln-
Including the cities of Inwood, Hurley, Rock Rapids, Luverne,
Viborg, Marion, Irene, Centerville, Lennox, Harrisburg,
Chancellor, Canton, Sioux Falls, Larchwood, Parker, George, and
Tea
920 PM CDT Fri Mar 13 2026

...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE SATURDAY NIGHT 
THROUGH MONDAY MORNING...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions possible. Total snow accumulations 
  between 2 and 4 inches and ice accumulations around a light glaze 
  possible. Winds could gust as high as 60 mph.

* WHERE...In Iowa, Lyon County. In Minnesota, Rock County. In South 
  Dakota, Lincoln, Minnehaha, and Turner Counties.

* WHEN...From late Saturday night through Monday morning.

* IMPACTS...Visibilities may drop below 1/2 mile due to falling 
  and/or blowing snow at times. Plan on slippery road conditions. 
  Whiteout conditions may make travel extremely dangerous or 
  impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday 
  morning commute. Strong winds could cause tree damage.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Prepare for possible blizzard conditions. Continue to monitor the 
latest forecasts for updates on this situation.

&&

$$

IAZ002-003-012>014-020>022-031-032-NEZ013-014-SDZ068>071-141500-
/O.CON.KFSD.WS.A.0001.260315T0600Z-260316T1200Z/
Osceola-Dickinson-Sioux-O'Brien-Clay-Plymouth-Cherokee-Buena
Vista-Woodbury-Ida-Dixon-Dakota-Bon Homme-Yankton-Clay-Union-
Including the cities of Le Mars, Holstein, Sanborn, Allen,
Tyndall, Hartley, Elk Point, Sheldon, Battle Creek, Spirit Lake,
Beresford, Hull, Orange City, Milford, Yankton, Tabor, Rock
Valley, Wakefield, Sibley, Vermillion, Avon, Ida Grove, Sioux
City, Spencer, Scotland, North Sioux City, Cherokee, Jefferson,
Alcester, Sioux Center, Ponca, South Sioux City, Springfield,
Storm Lake, Arnolds Park, and Hawarden
920 PM CDT Fri Mar 13 2026

...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE SATURDAY NIGHT 
THROUGH MONDAY MORNING...

* WHAT...Heavy mixed precipitation and widespread blowing snow 
  possible. Total snow accumulations between 2 and 4 inches and ice 
  accumulations around a light glaze possible. Winds could gust as 
  high as 60 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of northwest and west central Iowa, northeast 
  Nebraska, and southeast South Dakota.

* WHEN...From late Saturday night through Monday morning.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Falling and blowing 
  snow, frequently reducing visibility below a half mile, may make 
  travel dangerous, especially in open country. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the Monday morning commute. Strong winds 
  could cause tree damage.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.

&&

$$

Samet
9 follow-up statements
582 
WWUS43 KFSD 140651
WSWFSD

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Sioux Falls SD
151 AM CDT Sat Mar 14 2026

MNZ071-072-080-081-089-090-097-SDZ040-056-142000-
/O.CON.KFSD.BZ.W.0002.260315T0300Z-260316T1200Z/
Lincoln-Lyon-Murray-Cottonwood-Nobles-Jackson-Pipestone-Brookings-
Moody-
Including the cities of Ivanhoe, Windom, Lake Benton, Mountain
Lake, Lakefield, Tyler, Worthington, Jackson, Flandreau,
Marshall, Pipestone, Fulda, Slayton, Hendricks, and Brookings
151 AM CDT Sat Mar 14 2026

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM THIS EVENING TO 7 
AM CDT MONDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations 
  between 5 and 11 inches and ice accumulations around a light 
  glaze. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of southwest Minnesota and east central South 
  Dakota.

* WHEN...From 10 PM this evening to 7 AM CDT Monday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Whiteout conditions will 
  make travel extremely dangerous or impossible. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the Monday morning commute. Strong winds 
  could cause tree damage.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, 
have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with 
your vehicle. The latest road conditions for the state you are 
calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

SDZ038-039-052>055-142000-
/O.CON.KFSD.BZ.W.0002.260315T0300Z-260316T0600Z/
Beadle-Kingsbury-Jerauld-Sanborn-Miner-Lake-
Including the cities of Wessington Springs, Alpena, Arlington,
Lake Preston, Orland, Madison, De Smet, Huron, Woonsocket, and
Howard
151 AM CDT Sat Mar 14 2026

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 
AM CDT MONDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations 
  between 3 and 6 inches and ice accumulations around a light glaze. 
  Winds gusting as high as 50 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of central and east central South Dakota.

* WHEN...From 10 PM this evening to 1 AM CDT Monday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Whiteout conditions 
  will make travel extremely dangerous or impossible. Gusty winds 
  could bring down tree branches.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, 
have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with 
your vehicle. The latest road conditions for the state you are 
calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

IAZ001-MNZ098-SDZ062-066-067-142000-
/O.EXT.KFSD.WS.A.0001.260315T0900Z-260316T1200Z/
Lyon-Rock-Minnehaha-Turner-Lincoln-
Including the cities of Inwood, Hurley, Rock Rapids, Luverne,
Viborg, Marion, Irene, Centerville, Lennox, Harrisburg,
Chancellor, Canton, Sioux Falls, Larchwood, Parker, George, and
Tea
151 AM CDT Sat Mar 14 2026

...WINTER STORM WATCH NOW IN EFFECT FROM LATE TONIGHT THROUGH MONDAY 
MORNING...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions possible. Total snow accumulations 
  between 1 and 3 inches and ice accumulations around a light glaze 
  possible. Winds could gust as high as 55 mph.

* WHERE...In Iowa, Lyon County. In Minnesota, Rock County. In South 
  Dakota, Lincoln, Minnehaha, and Turner Counties.

* WHEN...From late tonight through Monday morning.

* IMPACTS...Visibilities may drop below 1/2 mile due to falling 
  and/or blowing snow at times. Plan on slippery road conditions. 
  Whiteout conditions may make travel extremely dangerous or 
  impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday 
  morning commute. Strong winds could cause tree damage.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Prepare for possible blizzard conditions. Continue to monitor the 
latest forecasts for updates on this situation.

&&

$$

SDZ050-057>061-063>065-142000-
/O.EXT.KFSD.WS.A.0001.260315T0900Z-260316T0600Z/
Gregory-Brule-Aurora-Davison-Hanson-McCook-Charles Mix-Douglas-
Hutchinson-
Including the cities of Plankinton, Freeman, Bridgewater, Emery,
Kimball, Parkston, Tripp, Mitchell, Alexandria, White Lake,
Delmont, Marty, Stickney, Burke, Armour, Corsica, Platte, Wagner,
Chamberlain, Menno, Clayton, Salem, Canistota, Montrose, Lake
Andes, and Gregory
151 AM CDT Sat Mar 14 2026

...WINTER STORM WATCH NOW IN EFFECT FROM LATE TONIGHT THROUGH LATE 
SUNDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions possible. Total snow accumulations 
  between 1 and 4 inches possible. Winds could gust as high as 60 
  mph.

* WHERE...Portions of south central and southeast South Dakota.

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

* IMPACTS...Visibilities may drop below 1/2 mile due to falling 
  and/or blowing snow at times. Plan on slippery road conditions. 
  Whiteout conditions may make travel extremely dangerous or 
  impossible. Strong winds could cause tree damage.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Prepare for possible blizzard conditions. Continue to monitor the 
latest forecasts for updates on this situation.

&&

$$

IAZ002-003-012>014-020>022-031-032-NEZ013-014-SDZ068>071-142000-
/O.EXT.KFSD.WS.A.0001.260315T1200Z-260316T1200Z/
Osceola-Dickinson-Sioux-O'Brien-Clay-Plymouth-Cherokee-Buena
Vista-Woodbury-Ida-Dixon-Dakota-Bon Homme-Yankton-Clay-Union-
Including the cities of Le Mars, Holstein, Sanborn, Allen,
Tyndall, Hartley, Elk Point, Sheldon, Battle Creek, Spirit Lake,
Beresford, Hull, Orange City, Milford, Yankton, Tabor, Rock
Valley, Wakefield, Sibley, Vermillion, Avon, Ida Grove, Sioux
City, Spencer, Scotland, North Sioux City, Cherokee, Jefferson,
Alcester, Sioux Center, Ponca, South Sioux City, Springfield,
Storm Lake, Arnolds Park, and Hawarden
151 AM CDT Sat Mar 14 2026

...WINTER STORM WATCH NOW IN EFFECT FROM SUNDAY MORNING THROUGH 
MONDAY MORNING...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions possible. Total snow accumulations 
  between 1 and 4 inches and ice accumulations around a light glaze 
  possible. Winds could gust as high as 60 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of northwest and west central Iowa, northeast 
  Nebraska, and southeast South Dakota.

* WHEN...From Sunday morning through Monday morning.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Whiteout conditions 
  may make travel extremely dangerous or impossible. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the Monday morning commute. Strong winds 
  could cause tree damage.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Prepare for possible blizzard conditions. Continue to monitor the 
latest forecasts for updates on this situation.

&&

$$

Samet
003 
WWUS43 KFSD 141811
WSWFSD

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Sioux Falls SD
111 PM CDT Sat Mar 14 2026

IAZ001-MNZ098-SDZ062-066-067-150900-
/O.UPG.KFSD.WS.A.0001.260315T0900Z-260316T1200Z/
/O.EXB.KFSD.BZ.W.0002.260315T0900Z-260316T0600Z/
Lyon-Rock-Minnehaha-Turner-Lincoln-
Including the cities of Chancellor, Harrisburg, Inwood,
Larchwood, Centerville, Parker, George, Luverne, Hurley, Tea,
Sioux Falls, Viborg, Canton, Lennox, Rock Rapids, Marion, and
Irene
111 PM CDT Sat Mar 14 2026

...BLIZZARD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM SUNDAY TO 1 AM CDT MONDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations up 
  to two inches. Winds gusting as high as 60 mph.

* WHERE...In Iowa, Lyon County. In Minnesota, Rock County. In South 
  Dakota, Lincoln, Minnehaha, and Turner Counties.

* WHEN...From 4 AM Sunday to 1 AM CDT Monday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Whiteout conditions 
  will make travel extremely dangerous or impossible. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the Monday morning commute. Strong winds 
  could cause tree damage.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, 
have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with 
your vehicle. The latest road conditions for the state you are 
calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

IAZ012-150900-
/O.UPG.KFSD.WS.A.0001.260315T1200Z-260316T1200Z/
/O.EXB.KFSD.BZ.W.0002.260315T0900Z-260316T0600Z/
Sioux-
Including the cities of Sioux Center, Rock Valley, Hull, Orange
City, and Hawarden
111 PM CDT Sat Mar 14 2026

...BLIZZARD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM SUNDAY TO 1 AM CDT MONDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations up 
  to two inches. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph.

* WHERE...Sioux County.

* WHEN...From 4 AM Sunday to 1 AM CDT Monday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Whiteout conditions 
  will make travel extremely dangerous or impossible. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the Monday morning commute. Strong winds 
  could cause tree damage.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, 
have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with 
your vehicle. The latest road conditions for the state you are 
calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

SDZ050-057>061-063>065-150900-
/O.UPG.KFSD.WS.A.0001.260315T0900Z-260316T0600Z/
/O.EXB.KFSD.BZ.W.0002.260315T0900Z-260316T0600Z/
Gregory-Brule-Aurora-Davison-Hanson-McCook-Charles Mix-Douglas-
Hutchinson-
Including the cities of Clayton, Plankinton, Corsica, Emery,
Alexandria, Salem, Stickney, Armour, Parkston, Canistota,
Delmont, Gregory, Wagner, Menno, Kimball, Marty, Tripp, White
Lake, Burke, Freeman, Bridgewater, Lake Andes, Mitchell,
Montrose, Platte, and Chamberlain
111 PM CDT Sat Mar 14 2026

...BLIZZARD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM SUNDAY TO 1 AM CDT MONDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations 
  between 2 and 4 inches. Winds gusting as high as 60 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of south central and southeast South Dakota.

* WHEN...From 4 AM Sunday to 1 AM CDT Monday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Whiteout conditions 
  will make travel extremely dangerous or impossible. Strong winds 
  could cause tree damage.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, 
have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with 
your vehicle. The latest road conditions for the state you are 
calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

IAZ002-003-013-014-021-022-032-150900-
/O.UPG.KFSD.WS.A.0001.260315T1200Z-260316T1200Z/
/O.EXB.KFSD.BZ.W.0002.260315T1200Z-260316T1200Z/
Osceola-Dickinson-O'Brien-Clay-Cherokee-Buena Vista-Ida-
Including the cities of Milford, Spirit Lake, Ida Grove, Sheldon,
Hartley, Spencer, Holstein, Cherokee, Battle Creek, Storm Lake,
Sanborn, Sibley, and Arnolds Park
111 PM CDT Sat Mar 14 2026

...BLIZZARD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM SUNDAY TO 7 AM CDT MONDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations 
  between 1 and 3 inches and ice accumulations around a light glaze. 
  Winds gusting as high as 60 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of northwest and west central Iowa.

* WHEN...From 7 AM Sunday to 7 AM CDT Monday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Whiteout conditions 
  will make travel extremely dangerous or impossible. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the Monday morning commute. Strong winds 
  could cause tree damage.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, 
have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with 
your vehicle. The latest road conditions for the state you are 
calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

IAZ020-031-NEZ013-014-SDZ068>071-150900-
/O.UPG.KFSD.WS.A.0001.260315T1200Z-260316T1200Z/
/O.EXB.KFSD.BZ.W.0002.260315T1200Z-260316T0600Z/
Plymouth-Woodbury-Dixon-Dakota-Bon Homme-Yankton-Clay-Union-
Including the cities of Avon, Alcester, Tyndall, Vermillion,
Jefferson, North Sioux City, Yankton, Springfield, South Sioux
City, Allen, Tabor, Scotland, Elk Point, Wakefield, Ponca,
Beresford, Le Mars, and Sioux City
111 PM CDT Sat Mar 14 2026

...BLIZZARD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM SUNDAY TO 1 AM CDT MONDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations up 
  to two inches. Winds gusting as high as 60 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of northwest and west central Iowa, northeast 
  Nebraska, and southeast South Dakota.

* WHEN...From 7 AM Sunday to 1 AM CDT Monday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Whiteout conditions 
  will make travel extremely dangerous or impossible. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the Monday morning commute. Strong winds 
  could cause tree damage.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, 
have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with 
your vehicle. The latest road conditions for the state you are 
calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

MNZ071-072-080-081-089-090-097-SDZ040-056-150900-
/O.CON.KFSD.BZ.W.0002.260315T0300Z-260316T1200Z/
Lincoln-Lyon-Murray-Cottonwood-Nobles-Jackson-Pipestone-Brookings-
Moody-
Including the cities of Lakefield, Ivanhoe, Hendricks, Brookings,
Lake Benton, Marshall, Mountain Lake, Flandreau, Worthington,
Windom, Fulda, Tyler, Slayton, Pipestone, and Jackson
111 PM CDT Sat Mar 14 2026

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM THIS EVENING TO 7 
AM CDT MONDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations 
  between 2 and 10 inches and ice accumulations around a light 
  glaze. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of southwest Minnesota and east central South 
  Dakota.

* WHEN...From 10 PM this evening to 7 AM CDT Monday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Whiteout conditions will 
  make travel extremely dangerous or impossible. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the Monday morning commute. Strong winds 
  could cause tree damage.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, 
have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with 
your vehicle. The latest road conditions for the state you are 
calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

SDZ038-039-052>055-150900-
/O.CON.KFSD.BZ.W.0002.260315T0300Z-260316T0600Z/
Beadle-Kingsbury-Jerauld-Sanborn-Miner-Lake-
Including the cities of Lake Preston, De Smet, Madison,
Woonsocket, Huron, Wessington Springs, Howard, Arlington, Orland,
and Alpena
111 PM CDT Sat Mar 14 2026

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 
AM CDT MONDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations 
  between 3 and 5 inches. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of central and east central South Dakota.

* WHEN...From 10 PM this evening to 1 AM CDT Monday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Whiteout conditions 
  will make travel extremely dangerous or impossible. Strong winds 
  could cause tree damage.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, 
have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with 
your vehicle. The latest road conditions for the state you are 
calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

Meyers
279 
WWUS43 KFSD 150232
WSWFSD

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Sioux Falls SD
932 PM CDT Sat Mar 14 2026

MNZ071-072-080-081-089-090-097-SDZ040-056-151300-
/O.CON.KFSD.BZ.W.0002.260315T0300Z-260316T1200Z/
Lincoln-Lyon-Murray-Cottonwood-Nobles-Jackson-Pipestone-Brookings-
Moody-
Including the cities of Lake Benton, Worthington, Brookings,
Fulda, Marshall, Ivanhoe, Slayton, Lakefield, Pipestone, Tyler,
Hendricks, Windom, Jackson, Flandreau, and Mountain Lake
932 PM CDT Sat Mar 14 2026

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM CDT MONDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations 
  between 3 and 11 inches and ice accumulations around a light 
  glaze. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of southwest Minnesota and east central South 
  Dakota.

* WHEN...Until 7 AM CDT Monday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Whiteout 
  conditions will make travel extremely dangerous or impossible. The 
  hazardous conditions could impact the Monday morning commute. 
  Strong winds could cause tree damage.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, 
have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with 
your vehicle. The latest road conditions for the state you are 
calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

SDZ038-039-052>055-151300-
/O.CON.KFSD.BZ.W.0002.260315T0300Z-260316T0600Z/
Beadle-Kingsbury-Jerauld-Sanborn-Miner-Lake-
Including the cities of Madison, Wessington Springs, Lake
Preston, Huron, Alpena, Woonsocket, Howard, De Smet, Orland, and
Arlington
932 PM CDT Sat Mar 14 2026

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM CDT MONDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations 
  between 3 and 6 inches. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of central and east central South Dakota.

* WHEN...Until 1 AM CDT Monday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Whiteout conditions will 
  make travel extremely dangerous or impossible. Strong winds could 
  cause tree damage.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, 
have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with 
your vehicle. The latest road conditions for the state you are 
calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

IAZ001-012-MNZ098-SDZ062-066-067-151300-
/O.CON.KFSD.BZ.W.0002.260315T0900Z-260316T0600Z/
Lyon-Sioux-Rock-Minnehaha-Turner-Lincoln-
Including the cities of Orange City, Inwood, Luverne, Irene,
Parker, Hull, Lennox, Sioux Center, Canton, Hurley, Larchwood,
Marion, Rock Rapids, Centerville, Tea, George, Harrisburg, Sioux
Falls, Hawarden, Rock Valley, Chancellor, and Viborg
932 PM CDT Sat Mar 14 2026

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM SUNDAY TO 1 AM CDT 
MONDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations up 
  to three inches. Winds gusting as high as 60 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of northwest Iowa, southwest Minnesota, and 
  southeast South Dakota.

* WHEN...From 4 AM Sunday to 1 AM CDT Monday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Whiteout conditions 
  will make travel extremely dangerous or impossible. Strong winds 
  could cause tree damage.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, 
have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with 
your vehicle. The latest road conditions for the state you are 
calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

SDZ050-057>061-063>065-151300-
/O.CON.KFSD.BZ.W.0002.260315T0900Z-260316T0600Z/
Gregory-Brule-Aurora-Davison-Hanson-McCook-Charles Mix-Douglas-
Hutchinson-
Including the cities of Salem, Tripp, Bridgewater, Clayton,
Mitchell, Lake Andes, Montrose, Menno, White Lake, Platte, Emery,
Plankinton, Wagner, Stickney, Marty, Corsica, Burke, Chamberlain,
Gregory, Alexandria, Armour, Freeman, Delmont, Parkston, Kimball,
and Canistota
932 PM CDT Sat Mar 14 2026

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM SUNDAY TO 1 AM CDT 
MONDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations 
  between 2 and 5 inches. Winds gusting as high as 60 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of south central and southeast South Dakota.

* WHEN...From 4 AM Sunday to 1 AM CDT Monday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Whiteout conditions 
  will make travel extremely dangerous or impossible. Strong winds 
  could cause tree damage.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, 
have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with 
your vehicle. The latest road conditions for the state you are 
calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

IAZ002-003-013-014-021-022-032-151300-
/O.CON.KFSD.BZ.W.0002.260315T1200Z-260316T1200Z/
Osceola-Dickinson-O'Brien-Clay-Cherokee-Buena Vista-Ida-
Including the cities of Battle Creek, Ida Grove, Sibley,
Cherokee, Milford, Storm Lake, Spencer, Arnolds Park, Sheldon,
Spirit Lake, Holstein, Hartley, and Sanborn
932 PM CDT Sat Mar 14 2026

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM SUNDAY TO 7 AM CDT 
MONDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations 
  between 1 and 3 inches and ice accumulations around a light glaze. 
  Winds gusting as high as 60 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of northwest and west central Iowa.

* WHEN...From 7 AM Sunday to 7 AM CDT Monday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Whiteout conditions 
  will make travel extremely dangerous or impossible. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the Monday morning commute. Strong winds 
  could cause tree damage.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, 
have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with 
your vehicle. The latest road conditions for the state you are 
calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

IAZ020-031-NEZ013-014-SDZ068>071-151300-
/O.CON.KFSD.BZ.W.0002.260315T1200Z-260316T0600Z/
Plymouth-Woodbury-Dixon-Dakota-Bon Homme-Yankton-Clay-Union-
Including the cities of Sioux City, Allen, Yankton, Springfield,
Jefferson, North Sioux City, Tyndall, Avon, Scotland, Alcester,
Wakefield, Ponca, South Sioux City, Vermillion, Beresford, Elk
Point, Le Mars, and Tabor
932 PM CDT Sat Mar 14 2026

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM SUNDAY TO 1 AM CDT 
MONDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations up 
  to two inches. Winds gusting as high as 60 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of northwest and west central Iowa, northeast 
  Nebraska, and southeast South Dakota.

* WHEN...From 7 AM Sunday to 1 AM CDT Monday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Whiteout conditions 
  will make travel extremely dangerous or impossible. Strong winds 
  could cause tree damage.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, 
have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with 
your vehicle. The latest road conditions for the state you are 
calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

Samet
559 
WWUS43 KFSD 151115
WSWFSD

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Sioux Falls SD
615 AM CDT Sun Mar 15 2026

IAZ001-012-MNZ098-SDZ062-066-067-152130-
/O.CON.KFSD.BZ.W.0002.000000T0000Z-260316T0600Z/
Lyon-Sioux-Rock-Minnehaha-Turner-Lincoln-
Including the cities of Hull, Tea, Luverne, Parker, Rock Rapids,
Hawarden, Rock Valley, George, Inwood, Lennox, Hurley, Orange
City, Chancellor, Centerville, Harrisburg, Viborg, Irene, Sioux
Falls, Canton, Sioux Center, Larchwood, and Marion
615 AM CDT Sun Mar 15 2026

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM CDT MONDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions. Additional snow accumulations between 
  1 and 3 inches and ice accumulations around a light glaze. Winds 
  gusting as high as 60 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of northwest Iowa, southwest Minnesota, and 
  southeast South Dakota.

* WHEN...Until 1 AM CDT Monday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Whiteout conditions 
  will make travel extremely dangerous or impossible. Strong winds 
  could cause tree damage.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, 
have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with 
your vehicle. The latest road conditions for the state you are 
calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

MNZ071-072-080-081-089-090-097-SDZ040-056-152130-
/O.CON.KFSD.BZ.W.0002.000000T0000Z-260316T1200Z/
Lincoln-Lyon-Murray-Cottonwood-Nobles-Jackson-Pipestone-Brookings-
Moody-
Including the cities of Worthington, Brookings, Hendricks, Fulda,
Flandreau, Marshall, Ivanhoe, Slayton, Jackson, Lakefield,
Windom, Pipestone, Tyler, Lake Benton, and Mountain Lake
615 AM CDT Sun Mar 15 2026

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM CDT MONDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions. Additional snow accumulations between 
  2 and 6 inches and ice accumulations around a light glaze. Winds 
  gusting as high as 60 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of southwest Minnesota and east central South 
  Dakota.

* WHEN...Until 7 AM CDT Monday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Whiteout conditions will 
  make travel extremely dangerous or impossible. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the Monday morning commute. Strong winds 
  could cause tree damage.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, 
have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with 
your vehicle. The latest road conditions for the state you are 
calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

SDZ038-039-052>055-152130-
/O.CON.KFSD.BZ.W.0002.000000T0000Z-260316T0600Z/
Beadle-Kingsbury-Jerauld-Sanborn-Miner-Lake-
Including the cities of Alpena, Wessington Springs, De Smet,
Howard, Arlington, Madison, Huron, Woonsocket, Lake Preston, and
Orland
615 AM CDT Sun Mar 15 2026

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM CDT MONDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions. Additional snow accumulations up to 
  two inches. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of central and east central South Dakota.

* WHEN...Until 1 AM CDT Monday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Whiteout conditions 
  will make travel extremely dangerous or impossible. Strong winds 
  could cause tree damage.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, 
have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with 
your vehicle. The latest road conditions for the state you are 
calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

SDZ050-057>061-063>065-152130-
/O.CON.KFSD.BZ.W.0002.000000T0000Z-260316T0600Z/
Gregory-Brule-Aurora-Davison-Hanson-McCook-Charles Mix-Douglas-
Hutchinson-
Including the cities of Burke, Corsica, Emery, Lake Andes,
Gregory, Stickney, Platte, Marty, Armour, Salem, Menno,
Chamberlain, Kimball, Montrose, Tripp, Wagner, Mitchell,
Canistota, Bridgewater, Freeman, Plankinton, Parkston, White
Lake, Alexandria, Clayton, and Delmont
615 AM CDT Sun Mar 15 2026

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM CDT MONDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions. Additional snow accumulations between 
  1 and 3 inches. Winds gusting as high as 60 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of south central and southeast South Dakota.

* WHEN...Until 1 AM CDT Monday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Whiteout conditions 
  will make travel extremely dangerous or impossible. Strong winds 
  could cause tree damage.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, 
have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with 
your vehicle. The latest road conditions for the state you are 
calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

IAZ002-003-013-014-021-022-032-152130-
/O.CON.KFSD.BZ.W.0002.260315T1200Z-260316T1200Z/
Osceola-Dickinson-O'Brien-Clay-Cherokee-Buena Vista-Ida-
Including the cities of Spirit Lake, Milford, Ida Grove, Sanborn,
Spencer, Sheldon, Holstein, Sibley, Storm Lake, Battle Creek,
Hartley, Cherokee, and Arnolds Park
615 AM CDT Sun Mar 15 2026

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM CDT MONDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations 
  between 2 and 4 inches and ice accumulations around a light glaze. 
  Winds gusting as high as 60 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of northwest and west central Iowa.

* WHEN...Until 7 AM CDT Monday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Whiteout conditions 
  will make travel extremely dangerous or impossible. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the Monday morning commute. Strong winds 
  could cause tree damage and bring down power lines.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, 
have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with 
your vehicle. The latest road conditions for the state you are 
calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

IAZ020-031-NEZ013-014-SDZ068>071-152130-
/O.CON.KFSD.BZ.W.0002.260315T1200Z-260316T0600Z/
Plymouth-Woodbury-Dixon-Dakota-Bon Homme-Yankton-Clay-Union-
Including the cities of Tabor, Scotland, Wakefield, Vermillion,
Yankton, Sioux City, Avon, Beresford, Jefferson, Allen, Tyndall,
South Sioux City, Alcester, Springfield, Elk Point, Le Mars,
Ponca, and North Sioux City
615 AM CDT Sun Mar 15 2026

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM CDT MONDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations 
  between 1 and 3 inches. Winds gusting as high as 60 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of northwest and west central Iowa, northeast 
  Nebraska, and southeast South Dakota.

* WHEN...Until 1 AM CDT Monday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Whiteout conditions 
  will make travel extremely dangerous or impossible. Strong winds 
  could cause tree damage.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, 
have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with 
your vehicle. The latest road conditions for the state you are 
calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

Weisser
469 
WWUS43 KFSD 151931
WSWFSD

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Sioux Falls SD
231 PM CDT Sun Mar 15 2026

SDZ038-039-052>055-160600-
/O.NEW.KFSD.WW.Y.0009.260316T0000Z-260316T0600Z/
/O.EXT.KFSD.BZ.W.0002.000000T0000Z-260316T0000Z/
Beadle-Kingsbury-Jerauld-Sanborn-Miner-Lake-
Including the cities of Madison, De Smet, Orland, Alpena, Huron,
Lake Preston, Wessington Springs, Howard, Woonsocket, and
Arlington
231 PM CDT Sun Mar 15 2026

...BLIZZARD WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM CDT THIS EVENING...
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 AM 
CDT MONDAY...

* WHAT...For the Blizzard Warning, blizzard conditions. Winds 
  gusting as high as 55 mph. For the Winter Weather Advisory, 
  widespread blowing snow expected. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of central and east central South Dakota.

* WHEN...For the Blizzard Warning, until 7 PM CDT this evening. For 
  the Winter Weather Advisory, from 7 PM this evening to 1 AM CDT 
  Monday.

* IMPACTS...Widespread blowing snow, frequently reducing visibility 
  below a half mile, will make travel dangerous, especially in open 
  country. Strong winds could cause tree damage.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use caution while traveling, especially in open areas. The latest 
road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained 
by calling 5 1 1.

Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, 
have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with 
your vehicle. The latest road conditions for the state you are 
calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

SDZ050-057>061-063>065-160600-
/O.NEW.KFSD.WW.Y.0009.260316T0000Z-260316T0600Z/
/O.EXT.KFSD.BZ.W.0002.000000T0000Z-260316T0000Z/
Gregory-Brule-Aurora-Davison-Hanson-McCook-Charles Mix-Douglas-
Hutchinson-
Including the cities of Kimball, Parkston, Delmont, Tripp, Burke,
White Lake, Montrose, Chamberlain, Freeman, Bridgewater, Salem,
Stickney, Mitchell, Platte, Wagner, Corsica, Alexandria, Marty,
Clayton, Armour, Canistota, Menno, Emery, Plankinton, Lake Andes,
and Gregory
231 PM CDT Sun Mar 15 2026

...BLIZZARD WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM CDT THIS EVENING...
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 AM 
CDT MONDAY...

* WHAT...For the Blizzard Warning, blizzard conditions. Winds 
  gusting as high as 60 mph. For the Winter Weather Advisory, 
  widespread blowing snow expected. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of south central and southeast South Dakota.

* WHEN...For the Blizzard Warning, until 7 PM CDT this evening. For 
  the Winter Weather Advisory, from 7 PM this evening to 1 AM CDT 
  Monday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing 
  snow, frequently reducing visibility below a half mile, will make 
  travel dangerous, especially in open country. Strong winds could 
  cause tree damage.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use caution while traveling, especially in open areas. The latest 
road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained 
by calling 5 1 1.

Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, 
have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with 
your vehicle. The latest road conditions for the state you are 
calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

IAZ001-012-MNZ098-SDZ062-066-067-160600-
/O.CON.KFSD.BZ.W.0002.000000T0000Z-260316T0600Z/
Lyon-Sioux-Rock-Minnehaha-Turner-Lincoln-
Including the cities of Orange City, Canton, Luverne, George,
Larchwood, Irene, Sioux Center, Chancellor, Inwood, Centerville,
Sioux Falls, Hawarden, Marion, Viborg, Tea, Lennox, Hull, Rock
Rapids, Rock Valley, Hurley, Parker, and Harrisburg
231 PM CDT Sun Mar 15 2026

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM CDT MONDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions. Additional snow accumulations up to 
  one inch. Winds gusting as high as 60 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of northwest Iowa, southwest Minnesota, and 
  southeast South Dakota.

* WHEN...Until 1 AM CDT Monday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Ground blizzards 
  create whiteout conditions that make travel extremely dangerous or 
  impossible. Strong winds could cause tree damage.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, 
have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with 
your vehicle. The latest road conditions for the state you are 
calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

IAZ002-003-013-014-021-022-032-161200-
/O.CON.KFSD.BZ.W.0002.000000T0000Z-260316T1200Z/
Osceola-Dickinson-O'Brien-Clay-Cherokee-Buena Vista-Ida-
Including the cities of Spirit Lake, Arnolds Park, Ida Grove,
Storm Lake, Holstein, Cherokee, Sibley, Sanborn, Sheldon,
Milford, Hartley, Battle Creek, and Spencer
231 PM CDT Sun Mar 15 2026

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM CDT MONDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions. Additional snow accumulations up to 
  two inches. Winds gusting as high as 60 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of northwest and west central Iowa.

* WHEN...Until 7 AM CDT Monday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Ground blizzards 
  create whiteout conditions that make travel extremely dangerous or 
  impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday 
  morning commute. Strong winds could cause tree damage.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, 
have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with 
your vehicle. The latest road conditions for the state you are 
calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

IAZ020-031-NEZ013-014-SDZ068>071-160600-
/O.CON.KFSD.BZ.W.0002.000000T0000Z-260316T0600Z/
Plymouth-Woodbury-Dixon-Dakota-Bon Homme-Yankton-Clay-Union-
Including the cities of Ponca, Tabor, Alcester, Elk Point,
Jefferson, North Sioux City, Le Mars, Vermillion, Tyndall,
Beresford, Avon, Sioux City, Allen, Yankton, Scotland, Wakefield,
South Sioux City, and Springfield
231 PM CDT Sun Mar 15 2026

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM CDT MONDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions. Additional snow accumulations up to 
  one inch. Winds gusting as high as 60 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of northwest and west central Iowa, northeast 
  Nebraska, and southeast South Dakota.

* WHEN...Until 1 AM CDT Monday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Ground blizzards 
  create whiteout conditions that make travel extremely dangerous or 
  impossible. Strong winds could cause tree damage.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, 
have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with 
your vehicle. The latest road conditions for the state you are 
calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

MNZ071-072-080-081-089-090-097-SDZ040-056-161200-
/O.CON.KFSD.BZ.W.0002.000000T0000Z-260316T1200Z/
Lincoln-Lyon-Murray-Cottonwood-Nobles-Jackson-Pipestone-Brookings-
Moody-
Including the cities of Ivanhoe, Lake Benton, Flandreau,
Pipestone, Slayton, Brookings, Hendricks, Worthington, Mountain
Lake, Fulda, Jackson, Windom, Lakefield, Tyler, and Marshall
231 PM CDT Sun Mar 15 2026

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM CDT MONDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions. Additional snow accumulations up to 
  two inches. Winds gusting as high as 60 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of southwest Minnesota and east central South 
  Dakota.

* WHEN...Until 7 AM CDT Monday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Ground blizzards 
  create whiteout conditions that make travel extremely dangerous or 
  impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday 
  morning commute. Strong winds could cause tree damage.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, 
have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with 
your vehicle. The latest road conditions for the state you are 
calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

Meyers
519 
WWUS43 KFSD 152348
WSWFSD

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Sioux Falls SD
648 PM CDT Sun Mar 15 2026

SDZ038-039-050-052>055-057>061-063>065-160600-
/O.EXP.KFSD.BZ.W.0002.000000T0000Z-260316T0000Z/
/O.CON.KFSD.WW.Y.0009.260316T0000Z-260316T0600Z/
Beadle-Kingsbury-Gregory-Jerauld-Sanborn-Miner-Lake-Brule-Aurora-
Davison-Hanson-McCook-Charles Mix-Douglas-Hutchinson-
Including the cities of Menno, Salem, Madison, Canistota,
Mitchell, Kimball, Alexandria, Tripp, Bridgewater, Platte, Lake
Andes, White Lake, Huron, Armour, Montrose, Corsica, De Smet,
Plankinton, Burke, Gregory, Stickney, Wagner, Lake Preston,
Freeman, Woonsocket, Orland, Emery, Alpena, Marty, Wessington
Springs, Howard, Parkston, Chamberlain, Delmont, Arlington, and
Clayton
648 PM CDT Sun Mar 15 2026

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM CDT MONDAY...
...BLIZZARD WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 7 PM CDT THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Widespread blowing snow expected. Winds gusting as high as 
  50 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of central, east central, south central, and 
  southeast South Dakota.

* WHEN...Until 1 AM CDT Monday.

* IMPACTS...Widespread blowing snow, frequently reducing visibility 
  below a half mile, will make travel dangerous, especially in open 
  country. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use caution while traveling, especially in open areas. The latest 
road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained 
by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

IAZ001-012-MNZ098-SDZ062-066-067-160600-
/O.CON.KFSD.BZ.W.0002.000000T0000Z-260316T0600Z/
Lyon-Sioux-Rock-Minnehaha-Turner-Lincoln-
Including the cities of Hurley, Rock Rapids, Centerville,
Chancellor, Lennox, Luverne, Marion, Parker, Orange City,
Hawarden, Harrisburg, Rock Valley, Inwood, Tea, Hull, Canton,
Larchwood, Irene, Viborg, George, Sioux Center, and Sioux Falls
648 PM CDT Sun Mar 15 2026

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM CDT MONDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of northwest Iowa, southwest Minnesota, and 
  southeast South Dakota.

* WHEN...Until 1 AM CDT Monday.

* IMPACTS...Ground blizzards create whiteout conditions that make 
  travel extremely dangerous or impossible. Gusty winds could bring 
  down tree branches.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, 
have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with 
your vehicle. The latest road conditions for the state you are 
calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

IAZ002-003-013-014-021-022-032-161200-
/O.CON.KFSD.BZ.W.0002.000000T0000Z-260316T1200Z/
Osceola-Dickinson-O'Brien-Clay-Cherokee-Buena Vista-Ida-
Including the cities of Battle Creek, Cherokee, Spencer, Sibley,
Sanborn, Storm Lake, Sheldon, Hartley, Arnolds Park, Spirit Lake,
Milford, Ida Grove, and Holstein
648 PM CDT Sun Mar 15 2026

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM CDT MONDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions. Additional snow accumulations up to 
  one inch. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of northwest and west central Iowa.

* WHEN...Until 7 AM CDT Monday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Ground blizzards 
  create whiteout conditions that make travel extremely dangerous or 
  impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday 
  morning commute. Strong winds could cause tree damage.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, 
have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with 
your vehicle. The latest road conditions for the state you are 
calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

IAZ020-031-NEZ013-014-SDZ068>071-160600-
/O.CON.KFSD.BZ.W.0002.000000T0000Z-260316T0600Z/
Plymouth-Woodbury-Dixon-Dakota-Bon Homme-Yankton-Clay-Union-
Including the cities of Allen, Ponca, Tyndall, Avon, Yankton,
North Sioux City, Elk Point, Sioux City, Tabor, Scotland,
Beresford, Alcester, Vermillion, Jefferson, South Sioux City,
Springfield, Wakefield, and Le Mars
648 PM CDT Sun Mar 15 2026

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM CDT MONDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions. Additional snow accumulations up to 
  one inch. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of northwest and west central Iowa, northeast 
  Nebraska, and southeast South Dakota.

* WHEN...Until 1 AM CDT Monday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Ground blizzards 
  create whiteout conditions that make travel extremely dangerous or 
  impossible. Strong winds could cause tree damage.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, 
have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with 
your vehicle. The latest road conditions for the state you are 
calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

MNZ071-072-080-081-089-090-097-SDZ040-056-161200-
/O.CON.KFSD.BZ.W.0002.000000T0000Z-260316T1200Z/
Lincoln-Lyon-Murray-Cottonwood-Nobles-Jackson-Pipestone-Brookings-
Moody-
Including the cities of Mountain Lake, Worthington, Brookings,
Flandreau, Ivanhoe, Lake Benton, Fulda, Lakefield, Tyler,
Pipestone, Windom, Slayton, Marshall, Jackson, and Hendricks
648 PM CDT Sun Mar 15 2026

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM CDT MONDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions. Additional snow accumulations up to 
  one inch. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of southwest Minnesota and east central South 
  Dakota.

* WHEN...Until 7 AM CDT Monday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Ground blizzards 
  create whiteout conditions that make travel extremely dangerous or 
  impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday 
  morning commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, 
have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with 
your vehicle. The latest road conditions for the state you are 
calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

Samet
640 
WWUS43 KFSD 160132
WSWFSD

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Sioux Falls SD
832 PM CDT Sun Mar 15 2026

NEZ013-SDZ062-066>070-160600-
/O.CAN.KFSD.BZ.W.0002.000000T0000Z-260316T0600Z/
/O.EXA.KFSD.WW.Y.0009.000000T0000Z-260316T0600Z/
Dixon-Minnehaha-Turner-Lincoln-Bon Homme-Yankton-Clay-
Including the cities of Hurley, Centerville, Chancellor, Lennox,
Marion, Parker, Springfield, Avon, Harrisburg, Tea, Allen,
Canton, Tabor, Vermillion, Wakefield, Ponca, Irene, Tyndall,
Yankton, Viborg, Sioux Falls, and Scotland
832 PM CDT Sun Mar 15 2026

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM CDT MONDAY...
...BLIZZARD WARNING IS CANCELLED...

* WHAT...Widespread blowing snow. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of northeast Nebraska and southeast South Dakota.

* WHEN...Until 1 AM CDT Monday.

* IMPACTS...Widespread blowing snow, frequently reducing visibility 
  below a half mile, will make travel dangerous, especially in open 
  country. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use caution while traveling, especially in open areas. The latest 
road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained 
by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

SDZ040-056-160600-
/O.CAN.KFSD.BZ.W.0002.000000T0000Z-260316T1200Z/
/O.EXA.KFSD.WW.Y.0009.000000T0000Z-260316T0600Z/
Brookings-Moody-
Including the cities of Flandreau and Brookings
832 PM CDT Sun Mar 15 2026

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM CDT MONDAY...
...BLIZZARD WARNING IS CANCELLED...

* WHAT...Widespread blowing snow. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.

* WHERE...Brookings and Moody Counties.

* WHEN...Until 1 AM CDT Monday.

* IMPACTS...Widespread blowing snow, frequently reducing visibility 
  below a half mile, will make travel dangerous, especially in open 
  country. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday morning 
  commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use caution while traveling, especially in open areas. The latest 
road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained 
by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

IAZ001-012-MNZ098-160600-
/O.CON.KFSD.BZ.W.0002.000000T0000Z-260316T0600Z/
Lyon-Sioux-Rock-
Including the cities of Orange City, Rock Rapids, Hawarden, Hull,
George, Luverne, Sioux Center, Larchwood, Rock Valley, and Inwood
832 PM CDT Sun Mar 15 2026

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM CDT MONDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions. Additional snow accumulations up to 
  one inch. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.

* WHERE...In Iowa, Lyon and Sioux Counties. In Minnesota, Rock 
  County.

* WHEN...Until 1 AM CDT Monday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Ground blizzards 
  create whiteout conditions that make travel extremely dangerous or 
  impossible. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, 
have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with 
your vehicle. The latest road conditions for the state you are 
calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

IAZ002-003-013-014-021-022-032-161145-
/O.CON.KFSD.BZ.W.0002.000000T0000Z-260316T1200Z/
Osceola-Dickinson-O'Brien-Clay-Cherokee-Buena Vista-Ida-
Including the cities of Battle Creek, Cherokee, Spencer, Sibley,
Sanborn, Storm Lake, Sheldon, Hartley, Arnolds Park, Spirit Lake,
Milford, Ida Grove, and Holstein
832 PM CDT Sun Mar 15 2026

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM CDT MONDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions. Additional snow accumulations up to 
  one inch. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of northwest and west central Iowa.

* WHEN...Until 7 AM CDT Monday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Ground blizzards 
  create whiteout conditions that make travel extremely dangerous or 
  impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday 
  morning commute. Strong winds could cause tree damage.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, 
have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with 
your vehicle. The latest road conditions for the state you are 
calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

IAZ020-031-NEZ014-SDZ071-160600-
/O.CON.KFSD.BZ.W.0002.000000T0000Z-260316T0600Z/
Plymouth-Woodbury-Dakota-Union-
Including the cities of North Sioux City, Elk Point, Sioux City,
Alcester, Beresford, Jefferson, South Sioux City, and Le Mars
832 PM CDT Sun Mar 15 2026

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM CDT MONDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph.

* WHERE...In Iowa, Plymouth and Woodbury Counties. In Nebraska, 
  Dakota County. In South Dakota, Union County.

* WHEN...Until 1 AM CDT Monday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Ground blizzards 
  create whiteout conditions that make travel extremely dangerous or 
  impossible. Strong winds could cause tree damage.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, 
have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with 
your vehicle. The latest road conditions for the state you are 
calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

MNZ071-072-080-081-089-090-097-161145-
/O.CON.KFSD.BZ.W.0002.000000T0000Z-260316T1200Z/
Lincoln-Lyon-Murray-Cottonwood-Nobles-Jackson-Pipestone-
Including the cities of Mountain Lake, Worthington, Ivanhoe, Lake
Benton, Fulda, Lakefield, Tyler, Pipestone, Windom, Slayton,
Marshall, Jackson, and Hendricks
832 PM CDT Sun Mar 15 2026

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM CDT MONDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph.

* WHERE...A portion of southwest Minnesota.

* WHEN...Until 7 AM CDT Monday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Ground blizzards 
  create whiteout conditions that make travel extremely dangerous or 
  impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday 
  morning commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, 
have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with 
your vehicle. The latest road conditions for the state you are 
calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

SDZ038-039-050-052>055-057>061-063>065-160600-
/O.CON.KFSD.WW.Y.0009.000000T0000Z-260316T0600Z/
Beadle-Kingsbury-Gregory-Jerauld-Sanborn-Miner-Lake-Brule-Aurora-
Davison-Hanson-McCook-Charles Mix-Douglas-Hutchinson-
Including the cities of Menno, Salem, Madison, Canistota,
Mitchell, Kimball, Alexandria, Tripp, Bridgewater, Platte, Lake
Andes, White Lake, Huron, Armour, Montrose, Corsica, De Smet,
Plankinton, Burke, Gregory, Stickney, Wagner, Lake Preston,
Freeman, Woonsocket, Orland, Emery, Alpena, Marty, Wessington
Springs, Howard, Parkston, Chamberlain, Delmont, Arlington, and
Clayton
832 PM CDT Sun Mar 15 2026

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM CDT MONDAY...

* WHAT...Areas of blowing snow. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of central, east central, south central, and 
  southeast South Dakota.

* WHEN...Until 1 AM CDT Monday.

* IMPACTS...Blowing snow will lead to areas of quick and sudden 
  reductions to visibility, making travel difficult, especially in 
  rural areas that are prone to blowing snow. Gusty winds could 
  bring down tree branches.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use caution while traveling, especially in open areas. The latest 
road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained 
by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

Samet
216 
WWUS43 KFSD 160552
WSWFSD

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Sioux Falls SD
1252 AM CDT Mon Mar 16 2026

IAZ001-012-020-031-MNZ098-NEZ014-SDZ071-160700-
/O.EXP.KFSD.BZ.W.0002.000000T0000Z-260316T0600Z/
Lyon-Sioux-Plymouth-Woodbury-Rock-Dakota-Union-
Including the cities of Orange City, Rock Rapids, Hawarden, Hull,
North Sioux City, Elk Point, George, Sioux City, Luverne, Le
Mars, Sioux Center, Alcester, Larchwood, Beresford, Jefferson,
South Sioux City, Rock Valley, and Inwood
1252 AM CDT Mon Mar 16 2026

...BLIZZARD WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 1 AM CDT EARLY THIS MORNING...

Conditions continue to improve, though blowing snow may continue to 
lead to brief drops in visibilities through this morning.

$$

NEZ013-SDZ038>040-050-052>070-160700-
/O.EXP.KFSD.WW.Y.0009.000000T0000Z-260316T0600Z/
Dixon-Beadle-Kingsbury-Brookings-Gregory-Jerauld-Sanborn-Miner-
Lake-Moody-Brule-Aurora-Davison-Hanson-McCook-Minnehaha-Charles
Mix-Douglas-Hutchinson-Turner-Lincoln-Bon Homme-Yankton-Clay-
Including the cities of Menno, Flandreau, Hurley, Centerville,
Salem, Chancellor, Madison, Canistota, Lennox, Mitchell, Marion,
Kimball, Parker, Alexandria, Tripp, Bridgewater, Platte, Lake
Andes, White Lake, Huron, Armour, Springfield, Harrisburg, Avon,
Montrose, Corsica, De Smet, Plankinton, Allen, Tea, Burke,
Gregory, Stickney, Canton, Wagner, Lake Preston, Tabor, Freeman,
Woonsocket, Orland, Emery, Vermillion, Alpena, Wakefield, Ponca,
Brookings, Marty, Irene, Tyndall, Yankton, Wessington Springs,
Howard, Viborg, Parkston, Chamberlain, Sioux Falls, Delmont,
Arlington, Scotland, and Clayton
1252 AM CDT Mon Mar 16 2026

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 1 AM CDT EARLY THIS 
MORNING...

Conditions have improved across the area. Be aware of any slick 
spots on roads from any leftover areas of drifting this morning.

$$

IAZ002-003-013-014-021-022-032-161200-
/O.CON.KFSD.BZ.W.0002.000000T0000Z-260316T1200Z/
Osceola-Dickinson-O'Brien-Clay-Cherokee-Buena Vista-Ida-
Including the cities of Battle Creek, Cherokee, Spencer, Sibley,
Sanborn, Storm Lake, Sheldon, Hartley, Arnolds Park, Spirit Lake,
Milford, Ida Grove, and Holstein
1252 AM CDT Mon Mar 16 2026

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM CDT THIS MORNING...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of northwest and west central Iowa.

* WHEN...Until 7 AM CDT this morning.

* IMPACTS...Ground blizzards create whiteout conditions that make 
  travel extremely dangerous or impossible. The hazardous conditions 
  could impact the Monday morning commute. Gusty winds could bring 
  down tree branches.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, 
have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with 
your vehicle. The latest road conditions for the state you are 
calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

MNZ071-072-080-081-089-090-097-161200-
/O.CON.KFSD.BZ.W.0002.000000T0000Z-260316T1200Z/
Lincoln-Lyon-Murray-Cottonwood-Nobles-Jackson-Pipestone-
Including the cities of Mountain Lake, Worthington, Ivanhoe, Lake
Benton, Fulda, Lakefield, Tyler, Pipestone, Windom, Slayton,
Marshall, Jackson, and Hendricks
1252 AM CDT Mon Mar 16 2026

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM CDT THIS MORNING...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.

* WHERE...A portion of southwest Minnesota.

* WHEN...Until 7 AM CDT this morning.

* IMPACTS...Ground blizzards create whiteout conditions that make 
  travel extremely dangerous or impossible. The hazardous conditions 
  could impact the Monday morning commute. Gusty winds could bring 
  down tree branches.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, 
have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with 
your vehicle. The latest road conditions for the state you are 
calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

Samet
901 
WWUS43 KFSD 161009
WSWFSD

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Sioux Falls SD
509 AM CDT Mon Mar 16 2026

IAZ002-003-013-014-021-022-032-MNZ071-072-080-081-089-090-097-161115-
/O.CAN.KFSD.BZ.W.0002.000000T0000Z-260316T1200Z/
Osceola-Dickinson-O'Brien-Clay-Cherokee-Buena Vista-Ida-Lincoln-
Lyon-Murray-Cottonwood-Nobles-Jackson-Pipestone-
Including the cities of Jackson, Lakefield, Fulda, Arnolds Park,
Cherokee, Pipestone, Spirit Lake, Hartley, Storm Lake, Sibley,
Hendricks, Holstein, Slayton, Sanborn, Sheldon, Worthington,
Marshall, Ivanhoe, Spencer, Mountain Lake, Ida Grove, Windom,
Lake Benton, Tyler, Milford, and Battle Creek
509 AM CDT Mon Mar 16 2026

...BLIZZARD WARNING IS CANCELLED...

While some blowing and drifting snow will remain possible into the 
early morning hours, the widespread whiteout conditions are no 
longer expected. A few wind gusts to around 40 mph will gradually 
diminish to 25 to 35 mph by late morning. Roads will remain slick 
and hazardous after yesterdays freezing rain and snow.

$$

Weisser

The office that day

Everything else NWS Sioux Falls, SD issued on the same UTC day.

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Mar 14, 1:11 PM CDTHigh Wind WarningFSDBon Homme, Charles Mix, Clay, Gregory, Lincoln, Union and 1 more36 hr

Nearby

Blizzard Warnings in South Dakota, 2026Blizzard Warnings in Iowa, 2026Blizzard Warnings in Minnesota, 2026Every blizzard warning in 2026

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.