May 17-19, 2017 Late Spring Snowstorm

Overview

A strong, moisture-laden late spring storm produced heavy snow and rain across southeast Wyoming and the Nebraska Panhandle from May 17th through 19th. Snow totals across southeast Wyoming ranged from 4 inches lower elevations to 36 inches over the mountains. Across the Nebraska Panhandle, rain changed to snow early Thursday morning, with heavy snow falling Thursday and Thursday night. Numerous tree damage and power outages were reported.

Snow reports received on May 19th.

Winter storm watches, warnings, and advisories issued May 17

May 17, National Weather Service Weather Story Graphic

Snow Amounts
Photos & Video

Snow Reports:

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Snowfall north Cheyenne, WY Credit: Amber Reese	Snowfall measurement at Cheyenne, WY Credit: Oliver Smith	Snowfall at Horse Creek, WY Credit: Chad Bunch

Snowfall near Happy Jack Rd. MM 10 Credit: Shannon Fischer	Snowfall measurement at Chugwater, WY Credit: Jana Strahan	Tree clean-up after the snow storm at Cheyenne. Credit: Wyoming Tribune Eagle