WEATHER UPDATE: Halloween Forecast for Mitchell as Families Prepare for Trick-or-Treating

Families in Mitchell can expect a chilly, windy Halloween night on Friday, Oct. 31, with temperatures dropping into the upper 20s and gusty northwest winds. The National Weather Service forecasts mostly cloudy skies and advises dressing warmly for evening trick-or-treating.

By Katie Wheeless October 30, 2025 10:17 am

Expect clear by cold weather for trick or treating this year. — clipart.comPrepare for a chilly and breezy Halloween weather forecast for Mitchell tomorrow night.

MITCHELL, SD (Mitchell Now) — For Halloween night this Friday, Oct. 31, families in the Mitchell area can expect chilly, breezy conditions as they head out for trick-or-treating. According to the National Weather Service forecast, the daytime high is expected to reach around 45 °F, with gusty northwest winds of 15-20 mph and gusts up to 30 mph. Evening temperatures are forecast to drop into the upper 20s under mostly cloudy skies.

The city administration’s public listing for Halloween notes: “Enjoy some fun trick or treating around town. Be safe and make sure to keep your children close to you!” No specific start or end time is provided, so residents are encouraged to coordinate within their neighborhoods and use common sense for safety.

What families should know:

Dress warmly: layers, hats, gloves and wind-resistant outerwear are advised given the gusty winds and dropping temperatures.
Since the winds will make it feel colder than the thermometer suggests, consider costumes that work over a warm base layer.
Keep to well-lit areas, walk rather than run, and use reflective materials or lights for visibility.
Be mindful of the city bulletin’s reminder to stay safe and keep children close during the trick-or-treat outing.

With the weather cooperating for the most part (no major rain or snow expected), Mitchell’s Halloween evening looks set for family-friendly fun — just bundle up and enjoy the night.

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