Headline:
Winter Weather Advisory issued October 10 at 4:13PM MDT until October 12 at 6:00AM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT
Event:
Winter Weather Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
October 10, 2026 - 3:13pm
Expires:
October 11, 2026 - 6:15am
Description:
* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of between 2 to 5
inches across lower elevations, with 5 to 8 inches in the
mountains. Locally higher amounts possible. Winds gusting as high
as 50 mph.
* WHERE...Portions of central and southwest Montana.
* WHEN...Until 6 AM MDT Monday.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be difficult. Gusty winds combined with the
wet and heavy nature of the snow could bring down tree branches.
Isolated power outages are possible.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snowfall amounts will vary drastically from
grassy surfaces to roadways, most notably at lower elevations, with
accumulations on non-grassy surfaces being confined mainly to
between the evening through late morning hours.
Instruction:
Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions
for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.
Area Description:
Helena Valley; Canyon Ferry Area; Missouri Headwaters; Madison River Valley; Gallatin Valley; Northwest Beaverhead County; Beaverhead and Western Madison below 6000ft; Ruby Mountains and Southern Beaverhead Mountains; Gallatin and Madison County Mountains and Centennial Mountains
Forcast Office:
NWS Great Falls MT
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov