South Dakota Wind Advisory | Effective 04/23/2026 12:17

Headline: 
Wind Advisory issued April 23 at 1:17PM MDT until April 23 at 6:00PM MDT by NWS Rapid City SD
Event: 
Wind Advisory
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
April 23, 2026 - 12:17pm
Expires: 
April 23, 2026 - 5:00pm
Description: 
* WHAT...Northwest winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 55 mph. * WHERE...Butte, Harding, Northern Meade Co Plains, Northern Perkins, Southern Meade Co Plains, Southern Perkins, Sturgis/Piedmont Foothills, and Pennington Co Plains. * WHEN...Until 6 PM MDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Sudden wind gusts can cause drivers to lose control, especially in lightweight or high profile vehicles. Strong winds can cause blowing dust, reduced visibility, and flying debris.
Instruction: 
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
Area Description: 
Harding; Northern Perkins; Butte; Northern Meade Co Plains; Pennington Co Plains; Sturgis/Piedmont Foothills; Southern Meade Co Plains; Southern Perkins
Forcast Office: 
NWS Rapid City SD