Montana Winter Weather Advisory | Effective 05/16/2026 19:44

Headline: 
Winter Weather Advisory issued May 16 at 8:44PM MDT until May 17 at 6:00AM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT
Event: 
Winter Weather Advisory
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
May 16, 2026 - 7:44pm
Expires: 
May 17, 2026 - 5:00am
Description: 
* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches possible. * WHERE...Gallatin Valley and Madison River Valley. * WHEN...Until 6 AM MDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow will start accumulating on grassy areas and elevated roadways such as bridges and overpasses before eventually accumulating on paved roads as snow continues through the night.
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. Be prepared for slippery roads. Slow down and use caution while driving. If you are going outside, watch your first few steps taken on stairs, sidewalks, and driveways. These surfaces could be icy and slippery, increasing your risk of a fall and injury. Remember, a Winter Weather Advisory means that there is at least an 80% chance of minor impacts due to winter weather conditions during the advisory period.
Area Description: 
Madison River Valley; Gallatin Valley
Forcast Office: 
NWS Great Falls MT
Sender: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov