Billings, MT Warnings, Watches and Advisories

Do not drive vehicles through flooded areas. The water depth or fast flowing water/mud/debris from a flash flood will make road conditions unsafe. Do not rely soley on data presented here or other third-party websites - always check your official national and local weather service agency website, socials, radio and/or TV stations for making critical decisions related to weather events.

Please carefully read each posted Warning and Alert as it relates to the area(s) being affected. We may provide a wider range of issued severe weather warnings for surrounding cities and counties, so some alerts may not directly impact this location. This is done to help with preparing for severe weather that may overlap or be heading towards Billings.

Use the Radar Maps link provided to understand the trajectory of a storm.

Lake Wind Advisory issued November 6 at 2:25AM MST until November 6 at 8:00AM MST by NWS Glasgow MT

* WHAT...Northwest winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 35 mph. * WHERE...Central and Southeast Phillips, Central and Southern Valley, Garfield, McCone, and Petroleum Counties. * WHEN...Until 8 AM MST this morning. * IMPACTS...Strong lake winds could produce rough waves which can overturn or swamp small craft.

Winter Weather Advisory issued November 6 at 2:22AM MST until November 6 at 11:00AM MST by NWS Glasgow MT

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations up to one inch. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph. * WHERE...Garfield County. * WHEN...Until 11 AM MST this morning. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Low visibility from blowing snow is possible.

Winter Storm Warning issued November 6 at 2:08AM MST until November 6 at 5:00AM MST by NWS Great Falls MT

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations of 1 to 4 inches. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph. * WHERE...The Highwood, Little Belt, Judith, and Snowy Mountains. * WHEN...Until 5 AM MST early this morning. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible, 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 damage to trees and power lines.

Winter Storm Warning issued November 6 at 2:08AM MST until November 6 at 5:00AM MST by NWS Great Falls MT

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations of 1 - 2 inches. * WHERE...Fergus County below 4500ft and Judith Basin County and Judith Gap. * WHEN...Until 5 AM MST early this morning. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions.

Winter Storm Warning issued November 6 at 2:08AM MST until November 6 at 5:00AM MST by NWS Great Falls MT

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations up to two inches. * WHERE...Gallatin and Madison County Mountains and Centennial Mountains. * WHEN...Until 5 AM MST early this morning. * IMPACTS...Tire chains may be required for some vehicles if traveling through mountain passes. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.

Winter Weather Advisory issued November 6 at 1:46AM MST until November 6 at 11:00AM MST by NWS Billings MT

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations up to one inch. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph creating areas of blowing snow. * WHERE...Musselshell, Treasure, and Northern Rosebud. * WHEN...Until 11 AM MST this morning. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, are slick and hazardous in spots. Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions will impact the Wednesday morning commute. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The heaviest snowfall will be over the higher hills on north facing slopes.

Winter Weather Advisory issued November 6 at 1:46AM MST until November 6 at 11:00AM MST by NWS Billings MT

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations between 1 and 3 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph creating areas of blowing snow. * WHERE...Portions of south central and southeast Montana and north central Wyoming. * WHEN...Until 11 AM MST this morning. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, are slick and hazardous in spots. Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions will impact the Wednesday morning commute. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The heaviest snow accumulations will be in the higher hills on north facing slopes.

Winter Storm Warning issued November 6 at 1:46AM MST until November 6 at 11:00AM MST by NWS Billings MT

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations between 2 and 5 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph creating areas of blowing and drifting snow. * WHERE...In Montana, Pryor/Northern Bighorn Mountains. In Wyoming, Northeast Bighorn Mountains. * WHEN...Until 11 AM MST this morning. * IMPACTS...Recreation in the high country will be impacted by heavy accumulating snow. Travel could be very difficult on US-14. Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches and recently burned timber. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The heaviest snowfall will be on north and northwest facing slopes to the north of Burgess Junction.

Winter Weather Advisory issued November 6 at 1:46AM MST until November 6 at 11:00AM MST by NWS Billings MT

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations up to one inch. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph creating areas of blowing snow. * WHERE...Judith Gap. * WHEN...Until 11 AM MST this morning. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, are slick and hazardous in spots. Travel could be very difficult from Harlowton through Judith Gap. Widespread blowing snow could produce near whiteout conditions at times. The hazardous conditions could impact this evening and Wednesday morning commutes. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The heaviest snowfall will be in the higher foothills of the Little Belt and Big Snowy mountains.