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Winter Storm Watch, Montana

Severe

2 to 28 inches of snow possible, gusts up to 40 mph. For MODERATE winter weather impacts, expect disruptions to normal activities.

Ended Friday, December 5, 2025.

Replaced by the Winter Weather Advisory on Friday, December 5, 10:08 in the morning.

Replaced by the Winter Storm Warning on Thursday, December 4, 12:02 in the afternoon.

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Places in this watch

How much

Snow across the area
2 to 28 inches
Wind gusts
Up to 40 mph

Map

Map of Montana with this watch The Winter Storm Watch covers Hungry Horse, Woods Bay, Coram. I-15US 93Hungry HorseWoods BayCoramWest GlacierMONTANA20 mi I-15US 93Hungry HorseWoods BayCoramMONTANA25 mi US 93Hungry HorseWoods BayCoramMONTANA50 mi US 93Hungry HorseWoods BayMONTANA50 mi
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Details from the National Weather Service

What
Heavy snow possible. There is a chance of moderate to major winter weather impacts. Total snow accumulations between 2 and 28 inches possible. Winds could gust as high as 40 mph.
Where
Essex, Glacier National Park, Highway 83 Bigfork to Swan Lake, Bad Rock Canyon, Polebridge, and Marias Pass.
When
From this afternoon through Sunday morning.
Impacts
For MODERATE winter weather impacts, expect disruptions to normal activities. Hazardous traveling conditions. Use extra caution while driving. Closures and disruptions to infrastructure may occur. For MAJOR winter weather impacts, expect considerable disruptions to normal activities. Dangerous or impossible traveling conditions. Avoid travel in the impacted areas if possible. Widespread closures and disruptions to infrastructure may occur. The hazardous conditions could impact the Friday evening commute, especially over higher passes.

Updates

  1. Snow totals raised from 10 to 25 inches to 2 to 28 inches. December 5, 2025
  2. Snow totals raised from 3 to 7 inches to 10 to 25 inches. Extended to Sunday, 7 in the morning. December 4, 2025
  3. Winter Storm Watch issued for Friday overnight through Saturday afternoon. December 3, 2025