Headline:
Winter Weather Advisory issued May 16 at 11:52AM MDT until May 18 at 6:00PM MDT by NWS Riverton WY
Event:
Winter Weather Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 16, 2026 - 10:52am
Expires:
May 17, 2026 - 6:30am
Description:
* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations 1 to 3 inches.
Winds gusting as high as 55 mph.
* WHERE...Southwest Bighorn Basin and Cody Foothills.
* WHEN...From 6 PM Sunday to 6 PM MDT Monday.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be difficult due to a combination of snow
and wind. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday morning
and evening commutes.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...There is potential for a steep gradient in
snow totals along the mountains, with snow totals quickly going
from around 1 inch to 4 inches or more.
Instruction:
Slow down and use caution while traveling.
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:
Cody Foothills; Southwest Bighorn Basin
Forcast Office:
NWS Riverton WY