3-7-19: Snow ending in SE SD today, blizzard conditions possible on Saturday/Saturday night. B.

Today’s Video: 

Good Thursday morning everyone. Snow is working out of SE SD this morning, but some additional light accumulations are possible this morning: 

As we work into late tomorrow and into Saturday, snow will begin to develop in Western SD as a very strong storm system tracks into the area. The upper-level dynamics are very favorable for heavy precipitation across the area and the strong surface low will lend to very strong wind gusts on Saturday afternoon and into Sunday. Blizzard conditions likely develop on Saturday afternoon with heavy snow ongoing across the area: 

Temperatures will continue to average well below normal behind this storm system with temperatures dropping back below zero Sunday night into Monday morning: 

Here’s a look at hourly charts for Minneapolis, Pierre, Bismarck and Fargo: 

Here’s a look at 7 day precipitation totals: 

If you have any questions, do not hesitate to reach out via [email protected]! Have a great day!