Montana Winter Storm Watch | Effective 04/21/2026 13:20

Headline: 
Winter Storm Watch issued April 21 at 2:20PM MDT until April 23 at 6:00PM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT
Event: 
Winter Storm Watch
Urgency: 
Future
Effective: 
April 21, 2026 - 1:20pm
Expires: 
April 22, 2026 - 5:15am
Description: 
* WHAT...Heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 8 inches, with isolated higher amounts possible. Winds could gust over 50 mph. * WHERE...Snowy and Judith Mountains, Fergus County below 4500ft, and Judith Basin County and Judith Gap. * WHEN...From late Wednesday night through Thursday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Plan for 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. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The heavy, wet snow may cause instances of power outages and or tree damage.
Instruction: 
Remember, a Winter Storm Watch means that there is at least a 50% chance of impactful winter weather conditions during the watch period. 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: 
Judith Basin County and Judith Gap; Fergus County below 4500ft; Snowy and Judith Mountains
Forcast Office: 
NWS Great Falls MT
Sender: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov