Headline:
Winter Storm Warning issued October 9 at 11:29AM MDT until October 12 at 6:00AM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT
Event:
Winter Storm Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
October 9, 2026 - 10:29am
Expires:
October 10, 2026 - 5:00am
Description:
* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 10 and
20 inches, with the exception of the Lincoln valley where up to 6
inches is expected. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.
* WHERE...Gates of the Mountains, Upper Blackfoot and MacDonald Pass,
Southern High Plains, and Southern Rocky Mountain Front.
* WHEN...From noon Saturday to 6 AM MDT Monday.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be very 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:
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your
vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for the
state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.
Area Description:
Southern Rocky Mountain Front; Southern High Plains; Upper Blackfoot and MacDonald Pass; Gates of the Mountains
Forcast Office:
NWS Great Falls MT
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov