Headline:
Winter Storm Warning issued April 16 at 12:38PM MDT until April 17 at 6:00AM MDT by NWS Billings MT
Event:
Winter Storm Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 16, 2026 - 11:38am
Expires:
April 17, 2026 - 5:00am
Description:
* WHAT...Heavy snow occurring. Additional snow accumulations between
5 and 10 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.
* WHERE...Absaroka/Beartooth Mountains and Crazy Mountains.
* WHEN...Until 6 AM MDT Friday.
* IMPACTS...Recreation in the high country will be impacted by heavy
accumulating snow. Widespread blowing snow could significantly
reduce visibility. Avalanche danger may increase.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Highest snow totals expected over 8,000 feet.
Instruction:
Recreation in the backcountry will be hazardous due to falling and
blowing snow. Be alert for the possibility of increased avalanche
conditions.
Area Description:
Absaroka/Beartooth Mountains; Crazy Mountains
Forcast Office:
NWS Billings MT
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov