Warm, Windy Friday Grips Northern Rockies as High-Elevation Snow Builds

Overview

• Downslope flow is pushing temperatures well above normal Friday, ranging from the mid-50s in the west to mid-60s in the east.
• Strong southwest winds are the main hazard, with ridgetop gusts topping 50 mph and an early peak near 55–65 mph along the Livingston I‑90 corridor before easing.
• Valley gusts generally run 20–30 mph, though the Butte/Blackfoot Region could see stronger bursts near 40–50 mph.
• Snow levels near 8,500 feet focus accumulations on high, west-facing slopes, with locally heavy totals noted by KTVQ but with lower confidence on exact amounts.
• Isolated light showers are possible in the southeast this evening, a milder Saturday follows, then a slower trough Sunday night into Monday could bring valley rain, additional mountain snow, cooler 40s to near 50, and an unsettled stretch into midweek.