Hot Temps. & Heavy Rain Coming to South Dakota, Iowa & Minnesota

Welcome to a Midwest summer featuring warm temperatures and lots of rain!

South Dakota, Iowa, and Minnesota will see major storms to begin the week, followed by hot temperatures to kick off the official start of summer.

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Buckle up and get ready for a weather rollercoaster in South Dakota, Iowa, and Minnesota.

Details are still unfolding about the strength potential of the new storm systems heading toward parts of the Sioux Empire. However, the National Weather Service in Sioux Falls explains severe thunderstorms are possible today through early Tuesday morning.

While most of South Dakota and Iowa will be under a "slight threat" for severe weather, the southwest region of Minnesota has the potential to develop strong and impactful storms.

For Monday, the area of greatest concern looks to be southwestern Minnesota. Confidence in storms forming Monday is low, but if they do form they have the potential to be highly impactful. Large hail the size of golf balls, wind gusts of 70+ mph, and an isolated tornado are all possible.

Besides the chances of severe weather, warmer temperatures will make a major return towards the end of the week in the Sioux Empire.

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Our weather partners at Dakota News Now are staying alert with all the weather possibilities for the week. At the time of this post, Dakota News Now is anticipating temperatures to climb to the 90s by Friday. Here's the current forecast for the week:

Monday, June 16th: 89 for the high with possibilities for scattered thunderstorms
Tuesday, June 17th: 80 for the high and more chances for thunderstorms
Wednesday, June 18th: 79 for the high and scattered thunderstorms possible
Thursday, June 19th: 87 for the high and yes...more scattered thunderstorm chances
Friday, June 20th: Sunny and 92 for the high
Saturday, June 21st: Partly cloudy and 93
Sunday, June 22nd: 91 and mostly sunny skies

You can never be too careful when it comes to crazy summertime weather in South Dakota, Iowa, and Minnesota. Drink plenty of water this week!

Keep up with the National Weather Service in Sioux Falls and our news partners at Dakota News Now for the latest weather updates throughout your Monday and severe weather alerts.

10 Wild South Dakota Snowstorms

Even though snow is blanketing the Sioux Empire, some snowstorms still do not compare to these ten dreadful snowstorms that hit South Dakota.

Only In Your State highlighted ten snowstorms in South Dakota as a reminder for people to always be aware of the road during the winter. South Dakotans are well aware of the fact that the state’s winters can be harsh which is why it is always a good idea to plan ahead and prepare for the worst.

Do you remember any major snowstorms that hit South Dakota?

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Dives Worth a Drive in South Dakota, Iowa and Minnesota

Almost every small South Dakota town has a watering hole. It’s where the locals go to kick back a few brews and engage in conversation.

Some of these establishments are located in buildings almost as old as the town itself. There might be a fresh coat of paint on the walls or new vinyl on the booth seats, but the ambiance is still reminiscent of a good ol’ dive.

If you think a "dive" is all about the sketchy clientele, the smell of the Devil’s lettuce, and stale Grain Belt, you’d be wrong. Not every dive has a bad reputation.

What makes a dive, a dive?

A dive has character. Neon beer signs and local memorabilia adorn the walls.

You might find a pool table, dart board, and a few video lottery machines.

The bartender knows the regulars by name and they know what you drink.

Some dives don't even serve food except for bags of chips and pickled eggs that sit in a jar of brine on the bar.

Dives aren't fancy. You might see 70's-style wood panels on the walls and wobbly tables leveled with a folded napkin.

Finally, the bathrooms. The bathrooms in dives are in a class by themselves and could be a whole topic on its own.

There are several small-town dives in our area with friendly faces, cheap booze with a burn, and even really good food! We use the term "dive" in the most affectionate way.

Here are some of the best and why you should go there.

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