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Light precipitation is expected today, with most of the precipitation falling over North Central MT as rain, and snow falling over the Rocky Mountain Front, mostly for elevations above 5000 feet. #mtwx
Light Precipitation Today

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At 310 AM, heavy snow is moving through the West Yellowstone area. Visibility is less than one mile in some areas. Roadways are becoming snow covered. Drive with caution in this area. #mtwx
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A special weather statement has been issued for Lakeview MT and Monida MT until 1:00 AM MDT
This graphic displays a special weather statement plotted on a map. The statement is in effect until 1:00 AM MDT. The statement includes Lakeview MT and Monida MT. A LINE OF SHOWERS AND THUNDERSTORMS WILL IMPACT SOUTHEASTERN BEAVERHEAD AND SOUTH CENTRAL MADISON COUNTIES UNTIL 1 AM MDT. The threats associated with this storm are wind gusts up to 30 MPH and no hail is expected. Seek shelter in a sturdy structure until the storm passes.

ALT This graphic displays a special weather statement plotted on a map. The statement is in effect until 1:00 AM MDT. The statement includes Lakeview MT and Monida MT. A LINE OF SHOWERS AND THUNDERSTORMS WILL IMPACT SOUTHEASTERN BEAVERHEAD AND SOUTH CENTRAL MADISON COUNTIES UNTIL 1 AM MDT. The threats associated with this storm are wind gusts up to 30 MPH and no hail is expected. Seek shelter in a sturdy structure until the storm passes.

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Light snow starts tonight, with a few inches of snow accumulations, mostly in the mountains of Southwest MT and along the Continental Divide. Be alert for snow covered roadways at higher elevations. #mtwx
Light Snow Starts Tonight

ALT Light Snow Starts Tonight

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Areas of dense fog will continue to affect Southwest MT through this morning. Visibility will be below a quarter of a mile at times. Some roadways could be slippery from frost. Drive with caution. #mtwx
Dense Fog Continues This Morning

ALT Dense Fog Continues This Morning

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At 2 AM, areas of dense fog continue to affect portions of Southwest MT, including areas around West Yellowstone, Big Hole Pass, Boulder, Elk Park and Bozeman. Visibility is poor. Reduce driving speeds in areas of poor visibility. #mtwx
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A Pacific weather system will bring light snow Monday night into Tuesday. Accumulating snow will mostly be confined to the mountains, especially along the divide and over SW MT. Plan for variable road conditions, particularly over the passes. #MTwx
A Pacific weather system will bring light snow Monday night into Tuesday. Accumulating snow will mostly be confined to the mountains, especially along the divide and over SW MT. Plan for variable road conditions, particularly over the passes.

ALT A Pacific weather system will bring light snow Monday night into Tuesday. Accumulating snow will mostly be confined to the mountains, especially along the divide and over SW MT. Plan for variable road conditions, particularly over the passes.

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Patchy dense fog will remain a concern through Monday morning and may expand in coverage tonight, especially along the divide, southwest Montana, and portions of the plains. Watch for highly variable visibility and slippery spots from frost deposition. #MTwx
Patchy dense fog will remain a concern through Monday morning and may expand in coverage tonight, especially along the divide, southwest Montana, and portions of the plains. Watch for highly variable visibility and slippery spots from frost deposition.

ALT Patchy dense fog will remain a concern through Monday morning and may expand in coverage tonight, especially along the divide, southwest Montana, and portions of the plains. Watch for highly variable visibility and slippery spots from frost deposition.

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Patchy dense fog will remain a concern for the remainder of the morning, especially along the divide and over the southwest valleys. Watch for highly variable visibility and slippery spots from frost deposition. #MTwx
Patchy dense fog will remain a concern for the remainder of the morning, especially along the divide and over the southwest valleys. Watch for highly variable visibility and slippery spots from frost deposition.

ALT Patchy dense fog will remain a concern for the remainder of the morning, especially along the divide and over the southwest valleys. Watch for highly variable visibility and slippery spots from frost deposition.

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At 110 AM, patchy dense fog has developed over portions of Southwest MT, including areas around Bozeman, West Yellowstone and Wisdom. Visibility will be below one half mile in some areas. Reduce driving speeds in areas of poor visibility. #mtwx
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Pacific weather systems will bring periods of light snow this week. The early week accumulating snow will mostly confined to the mountains, especially along the divide and over SW MT. Plan for variable road conditions, especially over the passes. #MTwx
Pacific weather systems will bring periods of light snow this week. The early week accumulating snow will mostly confined to the mountains, especially along the divide and over SW MT. Plan for variable road conditions, especially over the passes.

ALT Pacific weather systems will bring periods of light snow this week. The early week accumulating snow will mostly confined to the mountains, especially along the divide and over SW MT. Plan for variable road conditions, especially over the passes.

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820 AM - Patchy dense fog has developed along I90 from Bozeman to the Missouri headwaters area. Watch for variable vis down to a quarter mile and lingering slick spots. #MTwx image : MDT Three Forks
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With the recent rain and snow, currently this is Helena's 6th wettest October on record, while it is Great Falls 2nd wettest October on record, with a few more days to go. #mtwx
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At 230 AM, patchy dense fog is developing over portions of North Central and Southwest MT. Be alert for quickly changing visibility conditions if driving early this morning. #mtwx
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Cool temperatures will linger through this weekend into the upcoming work week. It will also be dry through Monday. #mtwx
Graphic showing temperatures for the week for select cities across North-central, Central, and Southwestern Montana. Most locations will see lows in the mid 20s this week and highs in the low to mid 40s this week.

ALT Graphic showing temperatures for the week for select cities across North-central, Central, and Southwestern Montana. Most locations will see lows in the mid 20s this week and highs in the low to mid 40s this week.

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Gusty northwesterly winds continue and rain will change to snow at most locations by this evening. Watch for rapidly changing conditions including slippery roads and reduced visibility from snow, especially over mountain passes. #MTwx
Gusty northwesterly winds continue and rain will change to snow at most locations by this evening. Watch for rapidly changing conditions including slippery roads and reduced visibility from snow, especially over mountain passes.

ALT Gusty northwesterly winds continue and rain will change to snow at most locations by this evening. Watch for rapidly changing conditions including slippery roads and reduced visibility from snow, especially over mountain passes.

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Strong winds are expected at time later this morning and into the evening hours over portions of North Central MT. The strong winds could create difficult driving conditions for high profile vehicles. #mtwx
Strong Winds Today

ALT Strong Winds Today

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A cold front dives southward and brings gusty northwesterly winds and a period of snow Friday afternoon and evening. Watch for rapidly changing conditions including slippery roads and reduced visibility from snow, especially over mountain passes. #MTwx
A cold front dives southward and brings gusty northwesterly winds and a period of snow Friday afternoon and evening. Watch for rapidly changing conditions including slippery roads and reduced visibility from snow, especially over mountain passes.

ALT A cold front dives southward and brings gusty northwesterly winds and a period of snow Friday afternoon and evening. Watch for rapidly changing conditions including slippery roads and reduced visibility from snow, especially over mountain passes.

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Temperatures will fall on Friday as the cold front sweeps through the region. #mtwx
Three images show falling temperatures as time progresses on Friday. Most of the region will have the high temperature of the day occur during the morning.

ALT Three images show falling temperatures as time progresses on Friday. Most of the region will have the high temperature of the day occur during the morning.

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Strong wind gusts are possible from late Friday morning through Friday evening over the northern portions of North Central MT. The strong wind gusts could make travel difficult for high profile vehicles along portions of Highway 2 from Havre to Cut Bank on Friday. #mtwx
Strong Wind Gusts Possible Friday

ALT Strong Wind Gusts Possible Friday

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