Thunderstorm Wind in Potter County, South Dakota

Thunderstorm Wind August 8, 2025 · Potter County, South Dakota

66 mph

Measured gust (57 kt)

Where the report was made, with tornadoes recorded within 15 miles over the years.

The wider storm

A cluster of storms moving across north-central and northeast South Dakota generated widespread strong winds during the early morning hours. Numerous weather stations across the area recorded gusts between 60 and 70 mph.

Began near Gorman (45.0100, -100.2400).

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event 1270741. Narratives are written by the National Weather Service forecast office that issued the report.

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