Weather Warnings for Montana

Issued by the National Weather Service

Current watches, warnings, and advisories for Montana
Alerts Updated: March 29, 2026, 8:18 pm  UTC


Lake Wind Advisory issued March 29 at 2:18PM MDT until March 31 at 3:00AM MDT by NWS Glasgow MT

Summary: * WHAT...Northwest winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 35 mph expected. * WHERE...Fort Peck Lake. * WHEN...From noon Monday to 3 AM MDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds and rough waves on area lakes will create hazardous conditions for small craft.
Severity:  Moderate    Effective:  March 29, 2026, 2:18 pm      Expires:  March 30, 2026, 3:00 am
Area:  Central and Southeast Phillips; Central and Southern Valley; Petroleum; Garfield; McCone


Winter Weather Advisory issued March 29 at 12:36PM MDT until March 30 at 10:00AM MDT by NWS Great Falls MT

Summary: * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches across lower elevations, with 4 to 8 inches near Marias Pass and up to 15 inches over the highest peaks of Glacier National Park. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph, with localized gusts up to 65 mph. * WHERE...East Glacier Park Region Zone. * WHEN...From 8 PM this evening to 10 AM MDT Monday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be difficult, with reductions in visibility due to blowing snow. The Monday morning commute will be impacted.
Severity:  Moderate    Effective:  March 29, 2026, 12:36 pm      Expires:  March 30, 2026, 3:45 am
Area:  East Glacier Park Region


Winter Weather Advisory issued March 28 at 8:18PM MDT until March 30 at 10:00AM MDT by NWS Missoula MT

Summary: * WHAT...Snow expected above 4000 feet. There is a likelihood of minor to moderate winter weather impacts. Total snow accumulations between 2 and 6 inches above 4000 feet. Total snow accumulations of less than 2 inches below 4000 feet. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph. * WHERE...Glacier National Park and Marias Pass. * WHEN...From 8 PM Sunday to 10 AM MDT Monday. * IMPACTS...For MODERATE winter weather impacts, expect disruptions to normal activities. Hazardous traveling conditions. Use extra caution while driving. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday morning commute, especially over higher passes.
Severity:  Moderate    Effective:  March 28, 2026, 8:18 pm      Expires:  March 29, 2026, 8:30 pm
Area:  West Glacier Region