CASPER, Wyo. – Weather conditions are expected to take a significant turn over the next 24 hours as a winter storm system approaches central Wyoming. According to the National Weather Service in Riverton, a "Winter Storm Warning" will go into effect starting Thursday morning, April 17, 2025, at 6:00 AM MDT, lasting until Friday, April 18, 2025, at noon. The storm is predicted to bring as much as 8 inches of snow to Natrona County, along with wind gusts reaching up to 45 mph.
On Wednesday, April 16, residents can expect mild and blustery weather, with a high of 72 degrees and wind gusts up to 34 mph later in the afternoon. The day will start off sunny and breezy, but as night falls, temperatures will drop to around 35 degrees.
As the storm system rolls in, rain showers are expected to begin in the early hours of Thursday, transitioning to patchy snow later in the morning and continuing throughout the day. The temperature will drop considerably, with a high of only 37 degrees anticipated, while wind gusts will vary between 38 to 45 mph in some areas.
Snow and patchy snow will persist overnight into Friday, with temperatures dipping down to a low of 21 degrees. Winds will continue to gust up to 34 mph, making conditions feel even colder. Friday morning will see ongoing snow and patchy blowing snow, but the weather is expected to clear somewhat by early afternoon. The high on Friday is forecasted to be around 36 degrees, with gusts up to 30 mph likely.
Looking ahead to the weekend, Saturday, April 19, 2025, will offer a reprieve with sunny and blustery conditions, a high of 45 degrees, and wind gusts around 21 mph. Easter Sunday, April 20, is expected to be sunny and breezy, with a high of 55 degrees, followed by a Monday that could see temperatures rise to 58 degrees along with mostly sunny skies.
The Wyoming Department of Transportation has reported that, as of April 16, conditions are dry and clear in and around Casper, with travel along Interstate-25 and Interstate-80 also being reported as clear throughout the state. However, residents are advised to prepare for the impending winter weather as the storm approaches.
As the community gears up for this late-season snow event, officials remind everyone to stay updated on the latest weather forecasts and to take necessary precautions while traveling. With unpredictable weather patterns becoming more common, staying informed is crucial for safety.
