< Wyoming High Wind Watch | Effective 05/12/2026 23:58

Wyoming High Wind Watch | Effective 05/12/2026 23:58

Headline: 
High Wind Watch issued May 13 at 12:58AM MDT until May 14 at 6:00PM MDT by NWS Cheyenne WY
Event: 
High Wind Watch
Urgency: 
Future
Effective: 
May 12, 2026 - 11:58pm
Expires: 
May 13, 2026 - 5:00pm
Description: 
* WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph possible. * WHERE...North Snowy Range Foothills including Arlington and Elk Mountain along Interstate 80. * WHEN...From late tonight through Thursday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be hazardous to light weight or high profile vehicles, including campers and tractor trailers.
Instruction: 
A High Wind Watch means there is the potential for a hazardous high wind event. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 MPH or gusts of 58 MPH or stronger may occur. Continue to monitor the latest forecasts.
Area Description: 
North Snowy Range Foothills
Forcast Office: 
NWS Cheyenne WY