MITCHELL, SD (Mitchell Now) – According to the National Weather Service, Mitchell will experience a mix of freezing fog, wind-driven showers, intermittent snow and sharply dropping temperatures through Friday.
Mitchell, S.D. forecast
Here’s the day-by-day outlook:
Monday night: Mostly cloudy. Low near 26 °F (–3°C).
Tuesday, Dec. 9: Cloudy skies becoming windy by afternoon with a chance of a passing shower or two — gusty winds may blow around unsecured objects. High near 48°F (9°C), low near 22°F (–6°C).
Tuesday night: Mostly cloudy and windy. Low near 22°F (–6°C).
Wednesday, Dec. 10: Breezy in the morning; clouds stick around with much colder air moving in. High near 25°F (–4°C), low near 16°F (–9°C).
Wednesday night: Cloudy with a chance of light snow. Low near 16°F (–9°C).
Thursday, Dec. 11: Intermittent snow showers or flurries possible, especially in the afternoon as breezy conditions return. High near 26°F (–3°C), low around 6°F (–14°C).
Thursday night: Mostly cloudy with a chance of more snow. Low around 6°F (–14°C).
Friday, Dec. 12: Mostly cloudy, cold and windy. High near 11°F (–12°C), low near –1°F (–18°C).
Tips:
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Secure outdoor decorations or items Tuesday to avoid gust-related damage.
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Dress in warm layers Thursday and Friday — sub-zero overnight lows could pose frostbite risks.
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If venturing out Thursday or Friday, allow extra time for travel; expect possible icy patches and wind chill.
Photo caption: A snow-dusting on early December grasses near Mitchell Municipal Airport foreshadows a week of winter chill.
