National Weather Service - Aberdeen, SD

Late January Extreme Cold; Watching East Coast Storm Threat This Weekend

The next blast of Arctic air surges south down the Plains, across the Great Lakes and through the Southeast and East Friday through Saturday. This could be longest duration of cold in several decades. Forecast models are being closely monitored for potential of another significant winter storm to impact the eastern United States this coming weekend. Confidence in coastal impacts has increased. Read More >

Recreation Forecast

The Recreational Forecast contains forecasts and reports on conditions for resort and recreational areas. The forecast will be issued one per day between 4am LST and 6am LST and will include a site specific forecast for the following weather elements:

Maximum Temperatures

Minimum Temperatures

Sky/Weather

Wind Speed and Direction

Lightning

2 Day Extended Forecast

The Recreational Forecast will be issued for the following areas (see graphic below):

Northern Lake Oahe in north-central South Dakota

Southern Lake Oahe and Lake Sharpe in south-central South Dakota

Glacial Lake Region of northeastern South Dakota

Big Stone Lake and Lake Traverse in west-central Minnesota

Lake Kampeska in eastern South Dakota

Late January Extreme Cold; Watching East Coast Storm Threat This Weekend

National Weather Service - Aberdeen, SD - Recreation Forecast

Recreation Forecast