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Locally Heavy Rainfall for the Carolinas; Thunderstorms and Fire Weather Concerns for Intermountain West

Heavy rainfall from scattered thunderstorms is expected across the Southwest, Intermountain West, and Plains. Isolated dry thunderstorms may initiate additional fires across the west. The coastal Carolinas may experience flash floods in the coming days due to repeated thunderstorms. Additionally, a wave of intense summer heat will hit the Southern Plains and central Gulf Coast States this week. Read More >

Winter Weather Awareness Class 2022

We're excited to once again return our virtual winter weather awareness class for 2022!  

This virtual, free, open to the public winter weather awareness training will last approximately 1 to 1.5 hours and cover the following topics:

-- Introduction to the National Weather Service
-- Winter science and historical winter perspectives
-- The winter outlook for the rest of this year
-- Winter weather safety in your home and vehicle
-- How to measure and report snowfall
-- Wrap up and contact information

 

 

 

Winter Safety and Awareness Resources

For those looking for more safety information, please view these resources for images and tips to stay safe this winter 

 

NWS Sioux Falls Winter Weather Resources NWS Sioux Falls Winter Weather Safety NWS Sioux Falls Winter Weather Reporting

 

NWS Sioux Falls Winter Preparedness NWS Weather Safety Page Ready.Gov Winter Weather Resources