Winter Storm Warning/Watch/Advisory
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Note: Be sure to pay close attention to the date and time of each warning.
This document contains all warnings in the state so please read the
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WWUS45 KBYZ 161103
WSWBYZ
URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Billings MT
503 AM MDT Thu Apr 16 2026
MTZ067-068-171115-
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Absaroka/Beartooth Mountains-Crazy Mountains-
Including the locations of Cooke City
503 AM MDT Thu Apr 16 2026
...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM MDT FRIDAY...
* WHAT...Heavy snow and blowing snow. Total snow accumulations of 1
to 2 feet. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.
* WHERE...Absaroka/Beartooth Mountains and Crazy Mountains.
* WHEN...Until 6 AM MDT Friday.
* IMPACTS...Recreation in the high country will be impacted by heavy
accumulating snow. Widespread blowing snow could significantly
reduce visibility. Avalanche danger may increase.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Highest snow totals expected over 8,000 feet.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Recreation in the backcountry will be hazardous due to falling and
blowing snow. Be alert for the possibility of increased avalanche
conditions.
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MTZ040-171115-
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Northern Park-
Including the locations of Clyde Park and Wilsall
503 AM MDT Thu Apr 16 2026
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM MDT FRIDAY...
* WHAT...Snow. Total snow accumulations between 1 and 3 inches.
* WHERE...Northern Park.
* WHEN...Until 6 AM MDT Friday.
* IMPACTS...Plan on slick road conditions and poor visibility at
times. The hazardous conditions will impact the Thursday morning
and evening commutes.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Locations close to the mountains may see
locally higher snow totals.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Slow down and use caution while traveling. For the latest road
conditions, call 5 1 1.
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MTZ056-065-066-171115-
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Red Lodge Foothills-Livingston Area-Beartooth Foothills-
Including the locations of Roscoe, Roberts, Red Lodge, McLeod,
Fishtail, Nye, Springdale, and Livingston
503 AM MDT Thu Apr 16 2026
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM MDT FRIDAY...
* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations up to 4 inches. Winds
gusting as high as 35 mph.
* WHERE...Beartooth Foothills, Livingston Area, and Red Lodge
Foothills.
* WHEN...Until 6 AM MDT Friday.
* IMPACTS...Falling snow and breezy winds may lead to visibility
reductions due to blowing snow. The hazardous conditions will
impact the Thursday morning and evening commutes.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Locations close to the mountains may see
locally higher snow totals.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Slow down and use caution while traveling. For the latest road
conditions, call 5 1 1.
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MTZ064-171115-
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Paradise Valley-
Including the locations of Emigrant
503 AM MDT Thu Apr 16 2026
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM MDT FRIDAY...
* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations between 2 and 5 inches.
Winds gusting as high as 30 mph.
* WHERE...Paradise Valley.
* WHEN...Until 6 AM MDT Friday.
* IMPACTS...Falling snow and breezy winds may lead to visibility
reductions due to blowing snow. The hazardous conditions will
impact the Thursday morning and evening commutes.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Locations on the east side of the valley may
see locally higher snow totals, esepcailly in the higher
elevations. Areas near Gardiner may also see totals over 3 inches.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Slow down and use caution while traveling. For the latest road
conditions, call 5 1 1.
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MTZ171-WYZ198-171115-
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Pryor/Northern Bighorn Mountains-NortheastBighorn Mountains-
Including the locations of Burgess Jct and Story
503 AM MDT Thu Apr 16 2026
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM THIS MORNING
TO 6 AM MDT FRIDAY...
* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow. Total snow accumulations between 6
and 12 inches. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph.
* WHERE...In Montana, Pryor/Northern Bighorn Mountains. In Wyoming,
Northeast Bighorn Mountains.
* WHEN...From 9 AM this morning to 6 AM MDT Friday.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult at times, including
Highway 14. Blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The
hazardous conditions will impact the Thursday morning and evening
commutes.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Slow down and use caution while traveling. For the latest road
conditions, call 5 1 1.
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MTZ138-WYZ199-171115-
/O.CON.KBYZ.WW.Y.0015.260416T1800Z-260417T1200Z/
Southern Big Horn-Sheridan Foothills-
Including the locations of Pryor, Wyola, Big Horn, Lodge Grass,
Dayton, Ranchester, Sheridan, and Clearmont
503 AM MDT Thu Apr 16 2026
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 6 AM
MDT FRIDAY...
* WHAT...Snow. Total snow accumulations up to three inches. Winds
gusting as high as 40 mph.
* WHERE...In Montana, Southern Big Horn. In Wyoming, Sheridan
Foothills.
* WHEN...From noon today to 6 AM MDT Friday.
* IMPACTS...Falling snow and breezy winds may lead to visibility
reductions due to blowing snow. The hazardous conditions will
impact the Thursday evening commute.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow totals near Sheridan and along I-90 will
generally be around 1 inch. The highest snowfall totals are
expected close to the mountains. Heaviest snowfall is expected
during the evening hours.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Slow down and use caution while traveling. For the latest road
conditions, call 5 1 1.
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Additional graphics for this hazard can be found at
http://www.weather.gov/billings
Chambers
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WWUS45 KMSO 161556
WSWMSO
URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Missoula MT
956 AM MDT Thu Apr 16 2026
MTZ002-170000-
/O.NEW.KMSO.WW.Y.0020.260416T1556Z-260417T0000Z/
West Glacier Region-
956 AM MDT Thu Apr 16 2026
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM MDT THIS EVENING...
* WHAT...Snow. There is a likelihood of developing or ongoing minor
winter weather impacts. Additional snow accumulations up to 5
inches.
* WHERE...Polebridge, Glacier National Park, Marias Pass, Essex,
Highway 83 Bigfork to Swan Lake, and Bad Rock Canyon.
* WHEN...Until 6 PM MDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Winter traveling conditions. For MINOR winter weather
impacts, expect a few inconveniences to normal activities. Use
caution while driving. The hazardous conditions could impact the
Thursday evening commute, especially over higher passes.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road
conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by
calling 5 1 1.
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WWUS45 KTFX 161538
WSWTFX
URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Great Falls MT
938 AM MDT Thu Apr 16 2026
MTZ301-307-317-161645-
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East Glacier Park Region-Southern Rocky Mountain Front-Little
Belt and Highwood Mountains-
Including the following locations: Rogers Pass, Marias Pass,
Saint Mary, Neihart, Monarch, Logan Pass, Kiowa, Kings Hill Pass,
Babb, and East Glacier Park
938 AM MDT Thu Apr 16 2026
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...
The threat has ended.
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MTZ326-170600-
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/O.EXA.KTFX.WS.W.0005.000000T0000Z-260417T0600Z/
Gallatin Valley-
Including the following locations: Bozeman and Gallatin Gateway
938 AM MDT Thu Apr 16 2026
...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT MDT TONIGHT...
* WHAT...Heavy Snow. Additional snow accumulations between 4 and 6
inches.
* WHERE...Gallatin Valley.
* WHEN...Until midnight MDT tonight.
* IMPACTS...Slushy snow covered roads may make travel difficult,
especially Thursday morning. The hazardous conditions could impact
the Thursday evening commute. Power outages and or tree damage is
possible. Falling snow will significantly reduce visibility.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
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.
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MTZ330-170600-
/O.CON.KTFX.WS.W.0005.000000T0000Z-260417T0600Z/
Gallatin and Madison County Mountains and Centennial Mountains-
Including the following locations: Raynolds Pass, Big Sky,
Targhee Pass, and West Yellowstone
938 AM MDT Thu Apr 16 2026
...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT MDT
TONIGHT...
* WHAT...Heavy snow. Storm total snow accumulations between 4 and 10
inches.
* WHERE...Gallatin and Madison County Mountains and Centennial
Mountains.
* WHEN...Until midnight MDT tonight.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult and tire chains may be
required for some vehicles. Falling and or blowing snow may
significantly reduce visibility. Those in the backcountry should
ensure they are prepared for dangerous conditions. Isolated power
outages and or tree damage possible.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
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.
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MTZ320-161800-
/O.CON.KTFX.WW.Y.0021.000000T0000Z-260416T1800Z/
Big Belt, Bridger and Castle Mountains-
Including the following locations: Maudlow, Deep Creek Pass,
Trident, Battle Ridge Pass, and Bozeman Pass
938 AM MDT Thu Apr 16 2026
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON MDT TODAY...
* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 2 and 6
inches. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph.
* WHERE...Big Belt, Bridger and Castle Mountains.
* WHEN...Until noon MDT today.
* IMPACTS...Slushy snow covered roads may make travel difficult.
Falling and or blowing snow may significantly reduce visibility.
Those in the backcountry should ensure they are prepared for
dangerous conditions.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Slow down and use caution while traveling. 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.
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MTZ325-170000-
/O.CON.KTFX.WW.Y.0021.000000T0000Z-260417T0000Z/
Madison River Valley-
Including the following locations: McAllister, Cameron, Norris,
Ennis, and Jeffers
938 AM MDT Thu Apr 16 2026
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM MDT THIS
EVENING...
* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations up to one inch.
* WHERE...Madison River Valley.
* WHEN...Until 6 PM MDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Slushy snow covered roads may make travel difficult,
especially Thursday morning. The hazardous conditions could impact
the Thursday evening commute.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Slow down and use caution while traveling. 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.
Remember, a Winter Weather Advisory means that there is at least an
80% chance of minor impacts due to winter weather conditions during
the advisory period.
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