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Winter Storm Warning
Snowy Range
Winter Storm Warning issued May 4 at 3:15AM MDT until May 6 at 12:00PM MDT by NWS Cheyenne WY
Alert Description
* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 10 and 18 inches mainly above 9000 ft in elevation and on the northern and eastern sides of the range. * WHERE...Snowy Range. * WHEN...From 9 PM this evening to noon MDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Outdoor recreation could become dangerous to those caught unprepared for hazardous winter conditions. Hunters, hikers, and snowmobilers may become disoriented and lost due to low visibility in falling and blowing snow.
Safety Instructions
Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.
Time Information
Effective
May 5, 2026, 3:00 AM
Expires
May 5, 2026, 12:00 AM
Issued
May 4, 2026, 9:15 AM
Alert Details
Severity
Severe
Urgency
Expected
Certainty
Likely
Category
Met
Issued By
NWS Cheyenne WY
National Weather Service