Headline:
High Wind Watch issued March 5 at 11:44PM MST until March 8 at 11:00PM MST by NWS Billings MT
Event:
High Wind Watch
Urgency:
Future
Effective:
March 5, 2026 - 10:44pm
Expires:
March 6, 2026 - 10:45pm
Description:
* WHAT...West wind gusts up to 70 mph possible.
* WHERE...Portions of central and south central Montana.
* WHEN...From Saturday afternoon through Sunday evening.
* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds will make travel difficult along
Highway 191 from Big Timber through Judith Gap, and Highway 12 from
Harlowton to Lavina.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strongest period of winds will be Sunday.
Instruction:
Winds this strong can 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:
Northern Stillwater; Golden Valley; Judith Gap; Northern Sweet Grass; Melville Foothills; Southern Wheatland
Forcast Office:
NWS Billings MT
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov