Wyoming high wind warnings
There are no high wind warnings in Wyoming right now. The last one was issued on November 2, 2026.
Damaging winds are expected, commonly sustained near 40 mph or gusts of 58 mph or higher.
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Active high wind warnings in Wyoming
None right now. Other active alerts in Wyoming: none.
High Wind Warnings in Wyoming by year
Wyoming averaged 83.5 high wind warnings per year from 2016 to 2025, and has had 66 so far in 2026. The most recent was issued on November 2, 2026.
Counties with the most high wind warnings
| County | 2016–2025 |
|---|---|
| Platte County | 392 |
| Laramie County | 227 |
| Carbon County | 122 |
| Natrona County | 115 |
| Converse County | 96 |
| Goshen County | 63 |
| Johnson County | 53 |
| Sweetwater County | 50 |
| Niobrara County | 37 |
| Campbell County | 34 |
What a high wind warning means
High wind warnings are issued for strong winds that are not caused by thunderstorms, such as intense low-pressure systems, mountain wave winds and downslope winds. Common criteria are sustained winds of 40 mph or more for at least an hour or gusts of 58 mph or more. Winds this strong can down trees and power lines and overturn high-profile vehicles.
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What to do
- Secure or bring in outdoor objects.
- Avoid travel in high-profile vehicles and trailers.
- Stay away from trees and downed power lines.
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