Montana Special Weather Statement | Effective 05/17/2026 07:02

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued May 17 at 8:02AM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
May 17, 2026 - 7:02am
Expires: 
May 17, 2026 - 9:00am
Description: 
A band of rain and snow is shifting southward across the region this morning, resulting in localized impacts. Visibility reduction is the primary concern, with a few localized areas seeing briefly slushy roads as the snow is heaviest. Plan on localized winter driving conditions this morning if traveling.
Area Description: 
Gates of the Mountains
Forcast Office: 
NWS Great Falls MT
Sender: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov