MITCHELL S.D. (Mitchell Now) – Residents in Mitchell, South Dakota, can expect a chilly and breezy start to the work week as rain and thunderstorms move through the area Monday before temperatures slowly rebound later in the week.

According to the National Weather Service, thunderstorms Monday could produce small hail and gusty winds as a cooler air mass settles into southeastern South Dakota. Conditions remain breezy through Tuesday before sunshine returns midweek.

Mitchell forecast
Here’s the day-by-day outlook:

Monday: Breezy and cool with periods of rain and thunderstorms. Some storms could produce hail and damaging winds. High near 51, low around 40. Winds northwest 15 to 25 mph.

Monday night: Mostly cloudy with lingering showers possible early. Low around 40 with breezy northwest winds.

Tuesday: Cloudy, breezy and cool. High near 57, low around 34. North winds 15 to 20 mph.

Tuesday night: Partly cloudy and chilly. Low near 34 with lighter winds overnight.

Wednesday: Mostly sunny with a few passing clouds. High near 66, low around 46. Winds becoming lighter through the afternoon.

Wednesday night: Partly cloudy and milder. Low around 46.

Thursday: Mainly cloudy and breezy with mild temperatures. High near 67, low around 49. South winds increasing during the afternoon.

Thursday night: Mostly cloudy with isolated showers possible late. Low near 49.

Friday: Intervals of clouds and sunshine with scattered showers possible. High near 67, low around 50. Breezy at times.

Tips: Drivers should be alert for reduced visibility and slick roads during Monday’s thunderstorms. Residents are encouraged to secure outdoor items due to gusty winds early in the week and monitor local forecasts for any severe weather alerts.