Welcome Spring...April Fool's!
As a spring storm made its way across the state, Jerauld County residents awoke Tuesday to approximately four inches of heavy, wet snow on April 1, 2025. The Wessington Springs School District called a 10 a.m. start, which prompted many students to ask, 'is this an April Fool's Day prank?'
Snow showers early will evolve to steady rain for the afternoon and an expected high of 40F with winds ESE at 20 to 30 mph. Winds could occasionally gust over 40 mph.
Showers are expected this evening, becoming a steady rain overnight with a low of 32F and winds ENE at 10 to 15 mph. The chance of rain 70% with rainfall near a quarter of an inch.
On Wednesday, rain and snow with a high of 37F is in the forecast. The chance of precip is 70% with snow accumulations less than one inch. Winds could occasionally gust over 40 mph.