High Wind Warning Issued for Golden Valley and Northern Stillwater Through Sunday Night
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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 parts of Montana, with west wind gusts up to 65 mph expected to create hazardous travel conditions through Sunday night.
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- Record type
- High Wind Warning
- Affected area
- Golden Valley and Northern Stillwater, Montana
- Issued
- April 6, 2026
- Issuing authority
- NWS Billings MT
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Record status: historical. It was issued 4 months ago; use the issuing agency's live warning service for current conditions in Golden Valley and Northern Stillwater, Montana.
High Wind Warning in Effect for Golden Valley and Northern Stillwater
Alert Details
A High Wind Warning has been issued by the National Weather Service in Billings, MT. The alert is in effect for a period spanning Saturday evening through late Sunday night as powerful wind gusts are expected to impact the region.
Affected Areas
The warning specifically covers Golden Valley and Northern Stillwater. Officials note that strong crosswinds will create particularly difficult travel conditions along Highway 12, stretching from Harlowton to Roundup.
What You Should Do
Residents in the warning area should take the following precautions:
- Use extra caution while driving, as winds this strong can make vehicle control difficult.
- High-profile vehicles are at particular risk; drivers should consider postponing travel until winds subside or finding an alternate route.
- Secure any loose outdoor items that could be damaged or become projectiles in high winds.
Expected Conditions
Forecasters expect west winds with gusts reaching up to 65 mph. According to the National Weather Service, the most intense period of wind activity is projected to occur on Sunday.
Timeline
The High Wind Warning is scheduled to begin at 5:00 PM MST on Saturday, March 7. The warning will remain in effect until 11:00 PM MST (midnight MDT) on Sunday, March 8.
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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