Glasgow, Montana – Exhaust plumes hang in the air and snow crunches underfoot as dangerous cold tightens its grip across northeast Montana this morning. Temperatures sit in the single digits, but the wind makes it feel far colder.
According to the National Weather Service in Glasgow, wind chill values dip between 10 below zero and zero through the day as northwest winds increase. Cloud cover limits daytime warming, with highs only reaching the lower 20s. Even brief exposure can become uncomfortable quickly, especially for holiday travelers and outdoor workers.
Snow becomes a growing concern late tonight and into Tuesday. Light snow develops after midnight, with additional snow possible Tuesday morning and again Tuesday night. While accumulations remain light, generally under half an inch at a time, visibility may drop suddenly in open country. Blowing snow could affect stretches of U.S. Highway 2 and nearby rural roads.
Winds strengthen further Wednesday. Gusts near 30 mph combine with highs near 20 degrees, creating blustery conditions and renewed wind chill concerns. Loose snow may drift back across roads, especially north and west of Glasgow. Drivers should plan extra time and keep emergency kits ready.
By Thursday, the cold deepens again. Highs struggle to reach the single digits, and nighttime lows plunge well below zero. Frostbite risk increases quickly during the morning and evening hours. Limit time outdoors, dress in layers, and ensure pets and livestock have shelter.
Longer-range outlooks keep temperatures below normal across Montana while warmer air builds across the Southwest. No major snowstorms appear imminent, but repeated light snow and persistent cold keep winter hazards active.
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Five-Day Outlook for Glasgow, MT
Today: Cloudy, high near 21, wind chills below zero
Tuesday: Snow chances, high near 25, breezy
Wednesday: Blustery, mostly sunny, high near 20
Thursday: Mostly cloudy, colder, high near 9
Friday: Mostly sunny, bitter cold, high near 3
