Headline:
Winter Weather Advisory issued April 21 at 2:20PM MDT until April 24 at 12:00PM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT
Event:
Winter Weather Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 21, 2026 - 1:20pm
Expires:
April 22, 2026 - 5:15am
Description:
* WHAT...Wet snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 3 and 8
inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.
* WHERE...Portions of central, north central, and southwest Montana.
* WHEN...From 6 PM Wednesday to noon MDT Friday.
* IMPACTS...Expect difficult driving conditions due to slush or snow
covered roadways. Falling and or blowing snow may significantly
reduce visibility at times. Tire chains may be required for some
vehicles if traveling through mountain passes. Those with outdoor
plans should be prepared for dangerous outdoor conditions.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The wet snow may cause isolated instances of
power outages and or tree damage.
Instruction:
Slow down and use caution while traveling. 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:
Southern Rocky Mountain Front; Upper Blackfoot and MacDonald Pass; Gates of the Mountains; Elkhorn and Boulder Mountains; Northwest Beaverhead County; Ruby Mountains and Southern Beaverhead Mountains
Forcast Office:
NWS Great Falls MT
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov