MITCHELL SD (Mitchell Now) – Memorial Day weekend in Mitchell will bring a changing weather pattern, beginning with breezy conditions and a chance for scattered rain before turning much warmer through the holiday weekend. Residents and visitors planning outdoor gatherings, travel or ceremonies should expect improving conditions Saturday into Sunday, with summerlike heat possible by Memorial Day Monday.
According to the National Weather Service, rain chances remain limited early in the weekend but increase at times around Saturday night into Sunday depending on storm development. Temperatures are forecast to rise each day, with Memorial Day shaping up to be the warmest day of the stretch. Forecast details may continue to adjust as the weekend approaches.
Mitchell forecast
Here’s the day-by-day outlook:
Friday, May 22: Breezy with occasional rain possible. High near 67 degrees with morning and afternoon clouds at times. Winds may remain noticeable through the day.
Friday night: Cooler and mostly dry with a low around 45 degrees.
Saturday, May 23: Cloudier and warmer with highs approaching 79 degrees. Isolated showers or thunderstorms may develop later in the day or overnight.
Saturday night: Mild with lows around 52 degrees and a continued chance of showers and thunderstorms.
Sunday, May 24: A warm holiday weekend day with sunshine and highs reaching the mid-80s. Outdoor conditions appear favorable, though keep an eye on changing thunderstorm chances.
Sunday night: Partly cloudy and mild with temperatures falling into the upper 50s.
Monday, May 25 (Memorial Day): Hot and breezy with abundant sunshine and highs potentially reaching the mid-90s. Those attending ceremonies, cookouts or spending extended time outdoors should plan for summerlike conditions.
Monday night: Mild with lows in the lower 60s.
Tips:
Plan outdoor events for Saturday afternoon through Sunday if possible, but keep rain gear nearby early in the weekend. By Memorial Day, stay hydrated, wear lightweight clothing and limit strenuous outdoor activity during peak afternoon heat. Monitor updated forecasts before travel or extended outdoor plans.