South Dakota winter storm watches
There are no winter storm watches in South Dakota right now. The last one was issued on April 3, 2026.
A significant winter storm with heavy snow, sleet or ice is possible in the next one to two days.
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Active winter storm watches in South Dakota
None right now. Other active alerts in South Dakota: none.
Winter Storm Watches in South Dakota by year
South Dakota averaged 20.1 winter storm watches per year from 2016 to 2025, and has had 5 so far in 2026. The most recent was issued on April 3, 2026.
Counties with the most winter storm watches
| County | 2016–2025 |
|---|---|
| Roberts County | 45 |
| Clark County | 42 |
| Marshall County | 41 |
| Codington County | 41 |
| Deuel County | 41 |
| Grant County | 40 |
| Day County | 40 |
| Hamlin County | 39 |
| Moody County | 36 |
| Brookings County | 36 |
What a winter storm watch means
A winter storm watch gives early notice that conditions could meet winter storm warning criteria, usually 12 to 48 hours before the storm. Confidence in the track or precipitation type is not yet high enough for a warning. Watches are later upgraded to warnings, changed to advisories, or cancelled.
More about winter storm watches and the national map →
What to do
- Stock up on food, water, medicines and fuel before the storm.
- Plan to delay travel and work remotely if possible.
- Get vehicles ready with a full tank and winter supplies.
More South Dakota alerts
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- Extreme Cold Warnings
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