Headline:
High Wind Warning issued March 6 at 11:23PM MST until March 8 at 11:00PM MST by NWS Billings MT
Event:
High Wind Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
March 6, 2026 - 10:23pm
Expires:
March 7, 2026 - 10:30pm
Description:
* WHAT...Periods of strong west winds gusting 60 to 75 mph expected.
* WHERE...Judith Gap, Southern Wheatland, Melville Foothills, and
Northern Sweet Grass.
* WHEN...From 8 AM MST Saturday to midnight MDT Sunday Night.
* IMPACTS...Strong to dangerous crosswinds will make travel difficult
along Highway 191 from Big Timber through Judith Gap.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Gusts to 60 mph are forecast on Saturday
before weakening Saturday night. Winds will increase on Sunday,
becoming strong to dangerous with gusts to 75 mph.
Instruction:
Winds this strong will make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution and consider postponing travel
until winds subside, or take an alternate route. Secure loose outdoor
items.
Area Description:
Judith Gap; Northern Sweet Grass; Melville Foothills; Southern Wheatland
Forcast Office:
NWS Billings MT
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov