Forecast

As summer approaches, farmers are gearing up for a season that could be hotter and drier than ever in South Dakota.

As fall gives way to winter in the upper plains, the big question is...will we have a white Christmas?

Using their long-range models and looking at a very strong La Niña pattern, the forecast tells us the brace for a "wet winter whirlwind." Gee...that sounds swell.

Here's what to expect when it comes to extreme heat and heavy rain this summer.

There is some good news, though.

"Wet and Broiling!" South Dakota could see some crazy weather patterns this summer.

Believe it or not, prior to being dubbed 'The Mount Rushmore State' officially in 1992, South Dakota was also nicknamed 'The Sunshine State."

Our only hope now lies in the Punxsutawney Phil ground hog and weather he'll see his shadow tomorrow,

The Farmers' Almanac has come up with some very interesting catchphrases to describe our future winter weather.

Depending on what half of South Dakota you're in, the winter could be either very snowy with storms, or not too bad. At least according to this 230 year old almanac.