Winter Storm Watch, Montana

Severe

8 to 15 inches of snow possible, gusts up to 60 mph. Travel could be very difficult and tire chains may be required for some vehicles.

Ended Friday, December 5, 2025.

Replaced by the Winter Weather Advisory on Friday, December 5, 1:10 in the afternoon.

Replaced by the Winter Storm Warning on Thursday, December 4, 1:46 in the afternoon.

Issued: Wednesday, December 3, 1:33 in the afternoon
Expires: Sunday, December 7, 8 in the morning
Updated: December 5, 2025

Places in this watch

How much

Snow across the area: 8 to 15 inches
Wind gusts: Up to 60 mph

Map

This watch
Interstates
US highways
US border

Alert area: National Weather Service. Borders and highways: U.S. Census Bureau. Lakes, rivers and other countries: Natural Earth. Open this area in OpenStreetMap

Details from the National Weather Service

What: Heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations 8 to 15 inches possible. Winds could gust as high as 60 mph.
Where: The Continental Divide along the Rocky Mountain Front.
When: From 5 in the evening this afternoon through Sunday morning.
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. Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. Strong winds could cause tree damage.

Updates

Friday 7:52 in the morning
Reissued with no change to the times or amounts. December 5, 2025
Friday 3:44 in the morning
Snow totals raised from 6 to 12 inches to 8 to 15 inches. December 5, 2025
Thursday 1:46 in the afternoon
Extended to Sunday, 8 in the morning. December 4, 2025
Thursday 9:07 in the morning
Reissued with no change to the times or amounts. December 4, 2025
Thursday 2:19 in the morning
Reissued with no change to the times or amounts. December 4, 2025
Wednesday 1:33 in the afternoon
Winter Storm Watch issued for Friday morning through Saturday evening. December 3, 2025