Headline:
Winter Storm Warning issued April 15 at 12:40AM MDT until April 17 at 6:00PM MDT by NWS Riverton WY
Event:
Winter Storm Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 14, 2026 - 11:40pm
Expires:
April 15, 2026 - 5:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 9 and
18 inches. Winds gusting as high as 60 mph.
* WHERE...Wind River Mountains.
* WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to 6 PM MDT Friday.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult, especially across South
Pass. Strong winds will cause limited visibility.
Instruction:
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency.
For graphical depictions of the snowfall forecast, including the
official NWS forecast, high end amounts, and low end amounts, visit
https://weather.gov/riw/winter .
For winter road conditions from the Wyoming Department of
Transportation, visit https://wyoroad.info .
Area Description:
Wind River Mountains West; Wind River Mountains East
Forcast Office:
NWS Riverton WY