Montana Braces for 60+ mph Gap Winds Tuesday as Cold Front Moves In

Overview

• Temperatures remain above normal today, with highs in the mid-40s to low-50s before a midweek cool-down.
• The strongest winds are expected Tuesday afternoon through Wednesday, with gap winds from the Livingston/Nye area through Big Timber toward Judith Gap likely exceeding 60 mph.
• Localized gusts up to about 75 mph are possible along the Rocky Mountain Front and the plains west of I-15.
• A stronger system brings a rain and snow mix to the plains early Tuesday with little to no accumulation, while mountains see ongoing light to moderate snow with a 50% chance of at least a foot on favored Absaroka/Beartooth slopes.
• Forecasters note an elevated grass-fire concern on the dry plains and a brief freezing-rain risk in the Helena Valley through early Monday.