High Wind Warning Issued for Central and South Central Montana Through Tuesday Evening
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NOAA issued it on April 6, 2026, 4 months ago. Warnings of this kind stay in effect for hours to a few days, so this page is a historical record of what was issued, not a current warning. For conditions where you are right now, check weather.gov (US), weather.gc.ca (Canada), the Met Office (UK), or the Bureau of Meteorology (Australia).
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The National Weather Service has issued a High Wind Warning for portions of central and south central Montana, with wind gusts up to 65 mph expected on Tuesday.
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- Record type
- High Wind Warning
- Affected area
- Central and South Central Montana
- Issued
- April 6, 2026
- Issuing authority
- NWS Billings MT
Wind notices are issued against local thresholds and a defined time window. Confirm both in the original notice before making a current-condition decision.
Record status: historical. It was issued 4 months ago; use the issuing agency's live warning service for current conditions in Central and South Central Montana.
Alert Details
The National Weather Service in Billings, MT, has issued a High Wind Warning (Alert Level: Severe) for portions of central and south central Montana. The warning is effective starting Tuesday morning as strong westerly winds move through the region.
Affected Areas
The warning covers the following geographic regions in Montana:
- Northern Stillwater
- Golden Valley
- Judith Gap
- Northern Sweet Grass
- Melville Foothills
- Southern Wheatland
What You Should Do
Residents and travelers in the affected areas are advised to take the following precautions:
- Exercise Caution While Driving: Winds this strong can make driving difficult, particularly for high-profile vehicles.
- Travel Planning: Consider postponing travel until winds subside or seek alternate routes that may be less exposed to high winds.
- Secure Property: Ensure all loose outdoor objects are properly secured to prevent damage or injury from flying debris.
Expected Conditions
- Wind Speed: West wind gusts are expected to reach up to 65 mph.
- Impacts: Travel is expected to be difficult, especially for high-profile vehicles navigating open roads.
Timeline
The High Wind Warning is scheduled to begin at 8:00 AM MST on Tuesday, February 17, 2026. The alert is currently set to expire at 8:00 PM MST on Tuesday evening.
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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