Local weather forecast

Weather in Wheatland, WY

Updated 2026-08-11 11:45 local time · ZIP codes 82201

Sunny
Now87°F

Sunny

High / Low98° / 70°
Rain chance0%
Wind13 mph
Weather alerts

Active alerts

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Red Flag Warning issued August 10 at 9:27PM MDT until August 11 at 9:00PM MDT by NWS Cheyenne WY

* AFFECTED AREA...Fire weather zone 428 to 430. * WIND... Northerly winds 10 to 15 gusting up to 30 mph. * HUMIDITY... 10 to 15 percent. * IMPACTS...any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.

Safety instructions

A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions are either occurring now, or will shortly. A combination of strong winds, low relative humidity, and warm temperatures can contribute to extreme fire behavior.

Red Flag Warning issued August 10 at 9:27PM MDT until August 11 at 9:00PM MDT by NWS Cheyenne WY

...RED FLAG WARNING HAS EXPIRED FOR LOW RH AND GUSTY WINDS MPH FOR FIRE WEATHER ZONES 417, 418, 419, 420, 421, 422, 423, 424, 425, 426, AND 427... The National Weather Service in Cheyenne has issued a Red Flag Warning, which is in effect from noon to 9 PM MDT Tuesday. * AFFECTED AREA...Fire weather zones 417 through 427. * WIND...North to northwest at 15 to 20 mph with gusts up to 35 mph. * HUMIDITY...Between 9 and 16 percent. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Isolated high-based showers will have the potential to produce gusty and erratic winds along with a few strikes of lightning without much, if any, rainfall during the afternoon and evening hours. * IMPACTS...any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.

Safety instructions

A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions are either occurring now, or will shortly. A combination of strong winds, low relative humidity, and warm temperatures can contribute to extreme fire behavior.

Red Flag Warning issued August 11 at 1:08AM MDT until August 11 at 9:00PM MDT by NWS Cheyenne WY

The National Weather Service in Cheyenne has issued a Red Flag Warning, which is in effect from noon to 9 PM MDT Tuesday. * AFFECTED AREA...Fire weather zones 417 through 430. * WIND...West to northwest at 15 to 20 mph with gusts up to 35 mph, turning northerly into the evening hours. * HUMIDITY...Between 8 and 16 percent. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Isolated high-based showers will have the potential to produce gusty and erratic winds along with a few strikes of lightning without much, if any, rainfall during the afternoon and evening hours. * IMPACTS...any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.

Safety instructions

A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions are either occurring now, or will shortly. A combination of strong winds, low relative humidity, and warm temperatures can contribute to extreme fire behavior.

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Next hours

NowSunny87°0% rain
1 PMSunny98°0% rain
2 PMSunny98°0% rain
3 PMSunny98°0% rain
4 PMSunny97°0% rain
5 PMSunny97°0% rain
6 PMSunny95°0% rain
7 PMSunny91°0% rain
8 PMSunny85°0% rain
9 PMClear81°0% rain
10 PMClear78°0% rain
11 PMPartly Cloudy71°2% rain
Forecast

3-day weather forecast

Today2026-08-11
Sunny
98° 70°Sunny
Rain 0%Gust 19 mph
Tomorrow2026-08-12
Sunny
92° 62°Sunny
Rain 36%Gust 15 mph
Thursday2026-08-13
Sunny
89° 59°Sunny
Rain 65%Gust 27 mph
Conditions

Weather details

Feels like83°F
Humidity23%
Pressure30.00 inHg
Visibility10 mi
Wind13 mph WNW
Wind gusts15 mph
Precipitation0.00 in
UV index5
Daylight

Sunrise, sunset and moon

Sunrise06:04 AM
Sunset08:06 PM
Moonrise04:06 AM
Moon phaseNew Moon
Practical guide

Weather insights for today

Umbrella not essential

Rain chance stays relatively low over the next 12 hours (up to 2%).

Light layers should work

It feels like 83°F with winds near 13 mph.

Best window: 8 PM

85°F, 0% rain chance and 14 mph wind.

Allow a little extra driving time

Visibility is around 10 mi; gusts may reach 27 mph.

Running conditions are less comfortable

Current temperature is 87°F, wind 13 mph, rain chance up to 2%.

Moderate UV protection recommended

UV index is 5. Sunscreen and sunglasses are sensible for longer outdoor time.

Wheatland weather today

Sunny and 87°F in Wheatland, WY. Today's high is 98°F with a 0% rain chance. Winds are around 13 mph with gusts near 15 mph. Relative humidity is 23%, pressure is 30.00 inHg, and visibility is about 10 miles.

Tonight and tomorrow in Wheatland

Sunrise is at 06:04 AM and sunset is at 08:06 PM. Tomorrow's forecast calls for Sunny with a high near 92°F and a low near 62°F. The maximum rain chance is 36%.

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