MITCHELL, SD (Mitchell Now) Residents in Mitchell can expect a mix of fog, clouds, sunshine and rain during the workweek of Oct. 12-16, with daytime temperatures generally staying in the upper 50s to mid-60s. The week begins with drizzle and fog Monday, followed by improving conditions Tuesday and Wednesday before rain returns Thursday.
According to the National Weather Service in Sioux Falls, areas of dense fog could reduce visibility to a quarter-mile or less across portions of eastern and south-central South Dakota on Monday morning. The greatest concern for commuters is changing visibility, particularly in areas west of the James River. Thursday is expected to bring the week’s most significant chance of rain, with a 60% chance of precipitation. Sunshine is forecast to return Friday as temperatures cool into the upper 50s.
Mitchell forecast
Here’s the day-by-day outlook:
Monday, Oct. 12: Areas of morning fog and drizzle, with improving conditions later in the day. The high will be near 62 degrees, with a 10% chance of measurable precipitation in the daytime forecast.
Monday night: Mostly cloudy conditions are expected, with temperatures falling to around 44 degrees by Tuesday morning.
Tuesday, Oct. 13: Partly cloudy skies, with a high near 61 degrees. The chance of precipitation is 10%.
Tuesday night: Partly cloudy conditions, with an overnight low around 41 degrees.
Wednesday, Oct. 14: Sunny skies, with a high near 64 degrees. No measurable precipitation is forecast during the day.
Wednesday night: Clouds may increase ahead of Thursday’s weather system. Temperatures will fall to around 44 degrees.
Thursday, Oct. 15: Rain showers are expected, with a 60% chance of precipitation. The high will be near 63 degrees.
Thursday night: Rain remains possible into the evening and overnight, with a low around 38 degrees by Friday morning.
Friday, Oct. 16: Sunny skies return, with a high near 57 degrees and a 10% chance of precipitation.
Friday night: Generally clear conditions are expected, with temperatures dropping to around 35 degrees by Saturday morning.
Tips
Drivers should allow extra travel time Monday morning as dense fog could reduce visibility on highways and rural roads. Wednesday’s sunshine and temperatures in the mid-60s will provide favorable conditions for outdoor activities. Residents should prepare for rain Thursday by keeping an umbrella or rain jacket handy and watching for wet roads. With morning and evening temperatures dipping into the 30s and 40s throughout the week, dressing in layers is recommended.