MITCHELL, SD (Mitchell Now) – A mild and mostly dry start to the weekend is expected across Mitchell, with changing conditions arriving by Sunday as a system brings the potential for rain.
According to the National Weather Service, high pressure will keep conditions calm Friday before a developing system increases winds Saturday and introduces rain chances into the region by Sunday. Residents should prepare for shifting conditions, especially for outdoor plans later in the weekend. For more details, visit https://www.weather.gov.
Mitchell forecast
Here’s the day-by-day outlook:
Friday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 68. Light northwest wind becoming 5 to 10 mph in the afternoon.
Friday night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 45. Winds becoming light.
Saturday: Partly sunny, with a high near 70. Breezy, with a south wind 10 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph.
Saturday night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 50. Chance of showers late. Breezy conditions continue.
Sunday: Showers likely, mainly in the morning. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 62. Chance of precipitation is 60%.
Sunday night: Chance of showers, with a low around 44. Mostly cloudy skies.
Tips:
Drivers should be cautious of gusty winds on Saturday, especially on open roads. If you have outdoor plans Sunday, consider rain gear and allow extra travel time due to wet conditions.