We track a warm front lifting in from Southwest Montana today.
Warmer weather is forecast for Southwest Montana up to Helena.
Temperatures in these areas still remain well-below average but warmer than we’ve seen in a while.
Central and Northeast Montana top out much cooler in the teens and single digits once again.
Snow remains isolated to the Rocky Mountain Front today.
Moderate to heavy snow showers fall tonight through the Divide before light to moderate snow showers become widespread through Central Montana by tomorrow morning.
A Winter Storm Warning and Winter Weather Advisory are in effect for parts of the Rocky Mountain Front.
These areas are forecasted to see the highest amount of snow accumulation.
URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Great Falls MT 409 AM MST Tue Feb 12 2019 MTZ009-122315- /O.EXT.KTFX.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-190214T0000Z/ Northern Rocky Mountain Front- Including Logan Pass, Marias Pass, Browning, and Heart Butte 409 AM MST Tue Feb 12 2019 ...WINTER STORM WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow occurring. Additional snow accumulations Tuesday through Wednesday of 4 to 7 inches at lower elevations east of U.S. Highway 89; 7 to 12 inches up to 6000 feet in elevation, including on Marias Pass; and up to 20 inches above 6000 feet. * WHERE...Northern Rocky Mountain Front. * WHEN...Until 5 PM MST Wednesday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible from East Glacier to Marias Pass, as well as on portions of Highway 89. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. 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. 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.
URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Great Falls MT 409 AM MST Tue Feb 12 2019 MTZ048-122315- /O.EXT.KTFX.WW.Y.0010.000000T0000Z-190214T0000Z/ Southern Rocky Mountain Front- Including Bynum, Choteau, and Augusta 409 AM MST Tue Feb 12 2019 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...Snow occurring. Additional snow accumulations Tuesday through Wednesday of 3 to 5 inches at lower elevations; mostly 6 to 10 inches above 6000 feet in elevation; but up to 15 inches on the mountain peaks. * WHERE...Southern Rocky Mountain Front. * WHEN...Until 5 PM MST Wednesday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel could be very difficult for canyon access into the Rocky Mountain Front. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. 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.
