Strong Wind — Phillips County, Colorado

2024-12-30 · Phillips County, Colorado

Event narrative

Wind gusts of 45-55 were reported in the area. The strongest wind gust reached 57 mph, at station south of Holyoke.

Wider weather episode

Gusty west to northwest winds developed in and near the foothills on the morning of December 30th. These winds spread eastward and continued into the afternoon hours across the eastern plains. There were a few wind gusts of 60 to 75 mph along and near the foothills. Most locations across the plains did not reach high wind criteria, but wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph were common across the plains.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1224681. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.