High Wind — Arco-mud Lake Desert, Idaho

2023-08-21 · Arco-mud Lake Desert, Idaho

Event narrative

Extensive wind gusts in the 50 to 60 mph range occurred in the Arco and Mud Lake Desert. Big Southern Butte measured 67 mph for the peak gust in the region.

Wider weather episode

Widespread wind gusts of 50 to 70 mph were recorded as the remnants of Hurricane/Tropical Storm Hilary moved through Idaho.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1131536. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.