Headline:
Winter Storm Warning issued April 2 at 10:05AM MDT until April 3 at 12:00PM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT
Event:
Winter Storm Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 2, 2026 - 9:05am
Expires:
April 3, 2026 - 12:15am
Description:
* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 6 and
12 inches, with amounts approaching 20 inches above 7500 feet in
the Gallatin and Madison Ranges. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph
will create areas of blowing and drifting snow Thursday night.
* WHERE...Little Belt and Highwood Mountains and Gallatin and
Madison County Mountains and Centennial Mountains.
* WHEN...Until noon MDT Friday.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult and tire chains may be
required for some vehicles. Those in the backcountry should ensure
they are prepared for dangerous conditions.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow accumulations on road surfaces may be
limited through the afternoon hours, with impacts to travel
increasing from this evening and through the morning hours on
Friday as snow accumulates on roads and blowing snow reduces
visibility.
Instruction:
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1 or visiting the MDT Road Report website.
To see a graphical representation of the degree of stress on young
livestock please visit our webpage and select Local Programs then
Cold Air Advisory for Newborn Livestock.
Area Description:
Little Belt and Highwood Mountains; Gallatin and Madison County Mountains and Centennial Mountains
Forcast Office:
NWS Great Falls MT
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