Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued April 17 at 12:10PM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 17, 2026 - 11:10am
Expires:
April 17, 2026 - 1:00pm
Description:
Scattered rain and snow showers will move southward through
Central MT this afternoon. These showers will affect areas around
Choteau, Simms, Great Falls, Monarch and Stanford through the
early afternoon hours.
Expect a brief period of reduced visibility as the showers move
through. Most snow accumulations will remain just on grassy
areas. An isolated lightning strike is also possible.
Those traveling across Central MT this afternoon should be alert
for changing road conditions and areas of reduced visibility.
Area Description:
Southern High Plains; Eastern Pondera and Eastern Teton; Cascade County below 5000ft; Judith Basin County and Judith Gap; Gates of the Mountains; Little Belt and Highwood Mountains
Forcast Office:
NWS Great Falls MT
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