High Wind — Arco-mud Lake Desert, Idaho

2024-04-29 · Arco-mud Lake Desert, Idaho

Event narrative

A peak wind gust of 59 mph occurred at Craters of the Moon. Several mesonet sites reported over 50 mph wind gusts during the afternoon and early evening.

Wider weather episode

A strong cold front brought high winds to parts of southeast Idaho with 50 to 65 mph wind gusts widespread.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1178363. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.