Billings Forecast: Dry, Mild Stretch With Rising Foothill Winds

Overview

• Patchy morning valley fog is likely in low river and creek valleys and could reduce visibility during the next few mornings.
• Foothill winds will begin increasing later this week and will be the primary weather concern for communities west of Billings.
• Gusts could reach strong levels, with the chance of speeds above 50 mph present but currently below 50 percent and most impacts expected to be localized.
• A shortwave late in the week could bring only light, isolated precipitation, mostly rain in low elevations and a little snow in mountain zones focused on south-central Montana.
• Upper-level ridging and building high pressure should return warm, mostly dry conditions into next week, leaving the main hazards as patchy fog and localized wind damage or travel issues.