Montana Winter Storm Warning | Effective 04/22/2026 22:43

Headline: 
Winter Storm Warning issued April 22 at 11:43PM MDT until April 23 at 6:00PM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT
Event: 
Winter Storm Warning
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
April 22, 2026 - 10:43pm
Expires: 
April 23, 2026 - 5:00pm
Description: 
* WHAT...Heavy, wet snow expected. Additional snow accumulations between 6 and 12 inches, with higher amounts over the mountain peaks. Winds could gust as high as 50 mph. * WHERE...Little Belt and Highwood Mountains. * WHEN...Until 6 PM MDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Expect difficult driving conditions due to slush or snow covered roadways. Falling and or blowing snow may significantly reduce visibility below a quarter mile at times. Those with outdoor plans should be prepared for dangerous outdoor conditions. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The heavy, wet snow may cause instances of power outages and or tree damage.
Instruction: 
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1 or visiting the MDT Road Report website. To see a graphical representation of the degree of stress on young livestock please visit our webpage and select Local Programs then Cold Air Advisory for Newborn Livestock.
Area Description: 
Little Belt and Highwood Mountains
Forcast Office: 
NWS Great Falls MT
Sender: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov