Headline:
Winter Storm Warning issued October 10 at 10:40PM MDT until October 12 at 6:00AM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT
Event:
Winter Storm Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
October 10, 2026 - 9:40pm
Expires:
October 11, 2026 - 2:15pm
Description:
* WHAT...Heavy, wet snow expected. Total snow accumulations between
10 and 20 inches, with the exception of the Lincoln valley where up
to 7 inches is expected. Isolated amounts approaching 30 inches
within the Bob Marshall Wilderness. Winds gusting as high as 45
mph.
* WHERE...Portions of central and north central Montana.
* WHEN...Until 6 AM MDT Monday.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Gusty winds combined with
the wet and heavy nature of the snow could bring down tree
branches. Isolated power outages are possible.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snowfall amounts will vary drastically from
grassy surfaces to roadways, most notably at lower elevations, with
accumulations on non-grassy surfaces being confined mainly to
between the evening through late morning hours.
Instruction:
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.
Area Description:
East Glacier Park Region; Northern High Plains; Southern Rocky Mountain Front; Southern High Plains; Upper Blackfoot and MacDonald Pass; Gates of the Mountains
Forcast Office:
NWS Great Falls MT
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov