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Frigid Airmass to Bring Significantly Colder Temperatures; Snow Continues Downwind of the Great Lakes

A frigid cold airmass will bring significantly colder weather across the eastern two thirds of the country early this week. Record low temperatures are expected in the Southeast by Tuesday morning. Moderate to heavy lake effect snow will continue downwind of the Great Lakes through Monday. Several inches of snow accumulation is expected, including in portions of the Chicago Metro Read More >

Recreation Forecast


The Recreational Forecast contains forecasts and reports on conditions for resort and recreational areas. The forecast will be issued one per day between 4am LST and 6am LST and will include a site specific forecast for the following weather elements:

  • Maximum Temperatures
  • Minimum Temperatures
  • Sky/Weather
  • Wind Speed and Direction
  • Lightning
  • 2 Day Extended Forecast

The Recreational Forecast will be issued for the following areas (see graphic below):

  • Northern Lake Oahe in north-central South Dakota
  • Southern Lake Oahe and Lake Sharpe in south-central South Dakota
  • Glacial Lake Region of northeastern South Dakota
  • Big Stone Lake and Lake Traverse in west-central Minnesota
  • Lake Kampeska in eastern South Dakota

 

Recreation Forecast