Winter Storm Warning Issued for Powder River and Southern Rosebud Through Sunday Morning
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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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A Winter Storm Warning is in effect for parts of Montana from midnight tonight through Sunday, with up to 10 inches of snow and 30 mph wind gusts expected.
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- Record type
- Winter Storm Warning
- Affected area
- Southeastern Montana
- Issued
- April 6, 2026
- Issuing authority
- NWS Billings
Storm notices can cover different combinations of wind, hail, lightning, and rainfall. Use the original notice for the hazards and boundaries attached to this specific record.
Record status: historical. It was issued 4 months ago; use the issuing agency's live warning service for current conditions in Southeastern Montana.
Alert Details
The National Weather Service in Billings, MT has issued a Winter Storm Warning for Powder River and Southern Rosebud. This alert is effective from midnight tonight through 6:00 AM MDT Sunday, March 15.
Affected Areas
The warning specifically impacts Powder River and Southern Rosebud counties. Forecasters note that travel could become difficult at times, particularly in the vicinity of the Lame Deer Divide.
Expected Conditions
Residents can expect periods of snow throughout the warning period, with the heaviest snowfall totals anticipated on Friday night. Total snow accumulations are projected to be between 5 and 10 inches. In addition to the snow, wind gusts are expected to reach as high as 30 mph. These conditions will likely cause roads, bridges, and overpasses to become slick and hazardous.
Timeline
- Start Time: Midnight tonight, March 13, 2026
- Peak Conditions: Heaviest snow expected Friday night
- End Time: 6:00 AM MDT Sunday, March 15, 2026
What You Should Do
If you must travel, the National Weather Service advises keeping an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest road conditions and travel updates, residents are encouraged to call 5 1 1.
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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