Montana Wind Advisory | Effective 05/12/2026 23:00

Headline: 
Wind Advisory issued May 13 at 12:00AM MDT until May 14 at 9:00PM MDT by NWS Billings MT
Event: 
Wind Advisory
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
May 12, 2026 - 11:00pm
Expires: 
May 13, 2026 - 11:00pm
Description: 
* WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected. Strongest winds through Thursday morning. * WHERE...Beartooth Foothills and Livingston Area. * WHEN...From 6 PM Wednesday to 9 PM MDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. Strong crosswinds will make travel difficult along Interstate 90 from Livingston to Big Timber and roads along the Beartooth Foothills. Warm, dry and windy conditions could cause rapid fire spread. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds Wednesday evening will be erratic due to isolated thunderstorm activity.
Instruction: 
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution and consider postponing travel until winds subside, or take an alternate route. Secure outdoor objects. Avoid any burning activities.
Area Description: 
Livingston Area; Beartooth Foothills
Forcast Office: 
NWS Billings MT